Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Awards
References
Timeline
Teacher
Colleen Dyra

Colleen Dyra

Saint John,IN

Summary

Entry-level teaching professional with solid time management and communication skills combined with enduring devotion to student success. Familiar with different instructional approaches and technology options used in K- 3rd classrooms. Knowledgeable about lesson planning and individual student mentoring approaches.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Teacher

Kolling Elementary School
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Observed and acted in the classroom while providing help and teaching in the classroom
  • Developed an understanding classroom management and acted in flexibility when needed.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.

Practicum Student Teacher

Ball State University
08.2021 - 12.2023
  • Had understanding with using technology with using creative resources while engaging students into their learning.
  • Assisted in conducting assessments, gathering essential data for accurate diagnosis and tailored intervention strategies.
  • Understanding how lesson plans facilitated into instruction while being flexible with student learning.

Daycare Teacher

Janelle Kramer Daycare's
10.2022 - 04.2023
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Understanding how to incorporate fine motor skills into instruction.
  • Understanding daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, and naptime.

College Mentors for Kids

Ball State University
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Incorporating activities that go along with the academic standards
  • Building student relationships.
  • Providing student engagement by introducing real-life examples and relatable scenarios in mentoring sessions.

Boys and Girls Club Volunteer

Boys And Girls Club
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Incorporating and understanding how to use life skills with students
  • Understanding transitions with students' safety.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.

Education

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, ELEMENTARY EDUCATION - Concentration in PRIMARY GRADES K-2ND

Ball State University
Muncie, IN
05.2024

Skills

  • Collaborative
  • Engaging
  • Organized
  • Compassionate
  • Flexible
  • Understanding

Awards

DEANS LIST RECIPENT, 08/01/22, 12/31/23, Ball State University

References

  • Danielle Hill, 2nd grade Teacher, Kolling Elementary School, (219) 577-3969
  • Cassandra Cruz, Principal, Kolling Elementary School, (219) 365-8577
  • Joan Casey, Former Nurse Manager, North Shore University Health Systems, (847) 570-2122

Timeline

Student Teacher

Kolling Elementary School
01.2024 - 05.2024

Daycare Teacher

Janelle Kramer Daycare's
10.2022 - 04.2023

College Mentors for Kids

Ball State University
01.2022 - 05.2022

Practicum Student Teacher

Ball State University
08.2021 - 12.2023

Boys and Girls Club Volunteer

Boys And Girls Club
01.2021 - 01.2022

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, ELEMENTARY EDUCATION - Concentration in PRIMARY GRADES K-2ND

Ball State University
Colleen Dyra