Destini Clark
Kennesaw,GA
Summary
Attentive and adaptable Teacher skilled in management of classroom operations. Effective in leveraging student feedback to create dynamic lesson plans that address individual strengths and weaknesses. Dedicated and motivated to encourage student growth through carefully monitored academic progress.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Engagement Coordinator/ Team Lead
Jumpstart AmeriCorps
Kennesaw, Georgia
09.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented successful strategies for increasing volunteer engagement within the community.
- Organized meetings with key stakeholders to discuss current initiatives and develop new ideas for collaboration.
- Created content for social media platforms that highlighted the positive impact of our organization in the community.
- Provided leadership and guidance to team members, ensuring that tasks were completed on time and to a high standard.
- Trained new staff in relevant processes and procedures.
YearLong Clinical Experience 1 & 2 , 4th Grade
Hickory Hills Elementary
Marietta, GA
07.2024 - 05.2025
- Provided individualized instruction to students based on their learning needs.
- Assisted in the development of lesson plans and activities for 4th grade classes.
- Facilitated meaningful classroom discussions about curriculum topics.
- Participated in professional development sessions related to teaching methods and best practices.
- Developed positive relationships with students, colleagues, parents, and administrators.
- Utilized technology such as educational software programs to enhance instruction.
- Led extra-curricular activities such as field trips or after school clubs.
- Attended parent and teacher conferences and IEP meetings to discuss student progress.
Block 2 Field Experience, 5th Grade
Hickory Hills Elementary School
Marietta, GA
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Prepared lesson plans and materials for daily instruction.
- Helped develop student's critical thinking skills through problem-solving exercises.
- Observed teachers and teaching methods to take notes and develop understanding.
Assistant Teacher
Kids Kademy
Lithonia, GA
05.2022 - 01.2024
- Assisted classroom teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans.
- Supervised small group activities.
- Helped maintain a safe and orderly learning environment.
- Organized instructional materials, bulletin boards, displays, and demonstrations.
Preschool Field Experience
Starlight Learning Academy
Kennesaw, GA
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted with the planning of age-appropriate activities for children in a preschool setting, based on the standards identified in GELDS.
- Facilitated small group activities such as arts and crafts projects.
- Collaborated with other teachers to develop effective learning strategies.
Block 1 Field Experience, 1st Grade
Fair Oaks Elementary School
Marietta, Georgia
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Assessed student progress in order to determine areas of strength and weaknesses.
- Created a positive learning environment that encouraged critical thinking and problem solving.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans for teaching first grade students basic reading, writing, math, science, and social studies skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA05-2025
High School Diploma -
Shiloh High School
Snellville, GA05-2021
Skills
- Social-emotional learning
- Classroom technology
- Technology integration
- Group and individual instruction
- Oral communication
- Behavioral management
Accomplishments
- Dean's List
- President's List
Certification
- GAPSC Pre-service certificate GAPSC Certification ID:1907971 Effective:3/31/2023
- GA Ethics Exam Passed:3/14/23
Timeline
YearLong Clinical Experience 1 & 2 , 4th Grade
Hickory Hills Elementary
07.2024 - 05.2025
Block 2 Field Experience, 5th Grade
Hickory Hills Elementary School
01.2024 - 05.2024
Community Engagement Coordinator/ Team Lead
Jumpstart AmeriCorps
09.2023 - Current
Preschool Field Experience
Starlight Learning Academy
08.2023 - 12.2023
Block 1 Field Experience, 1st Grade
Fair Oaks Elementary School
08.2023 - 12.2023
Assistant Teacher
Kids Kademy
05.2022 - 01.2024
- GAPSC Pre-service certificate GAPSC Certification ID:1907971 Effective:3/31/2023
- GA Ethics Exam Passed:3/14/23
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Kennesaw State University
High School Diploma -
Shiloh High School
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