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Education
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Certification
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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, NE
12-2024

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
Darby Drake