Darby Drake
Comstock Park,MI
Summary
Dedicated Elementary Teacher skilled in fostering a positive learning environment and enhancing student engagement. Demonstrated leadership as a former college diver, chosen as team captain, which honed strong communication abilities. Committed to empowering students to become their best selves through tailored educational strategies and support.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Millard Public Schools
Omaha, Nebraska
01.2025 - Current
- Created classroom environment that was conducive to learning, including establishing rules and procedures.
- Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
- Pulled small groups from Kindergarten and 4th grade classrooms.
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Millard Public Schools
Omaha, Nebraska
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Utilized effective classroom management techniques to maintain order in the classroom.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Provided positive feedback with emphasis on learning from mistakes to establish solid foundation for progress.
Head Diving Coach
Happy Hollow Country Club
Omaha, Nebraska
05.2022 - 09.2023
- Facilitated open communication between swimmers, divers as well as coaches, parents, administrators.
- Organized competitions, meets, tournaments and other events related to diving activities.
- Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
Daycare Assistant Teacher
A Little School House At Centre Ice
Traverse City, Michigan
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Developed positive relationships with families by communicating regularly about their child's progress.
- Encouraged creative thinking through art projects, storytelling and music appreciation activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Early Childhood Education
University of Nebraska At Omaha
Omaha, NE12-2024
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Child development
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
- Differentiated instruction
Affiliations
- Division 1 College Diver
- Volunteering
- Crafting
Accomplishments
- Diving Captain
- 12 Time Conference Diver of the Week
- 3 Time Most Valuable Diver
- 5 Times on Chancellor List
- 2 Times on Deans List
Certification
- Currently Hold Conditional Teaching Permit in the State of Nebraska
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Millard Public Schools
01.2025 - Current
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Millard Public Schools
08.2024 - 12.2024
Head Diving Coach
Happy Hollow Country Club
05.2022 - 09.2023
Daycare Assistant Teacher
A Little School House At Centre Ice
10.2019 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Early Childhood Education
University of Nebraska At Omaha
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