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El Marks

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Enthusiastic and dedicated recent college graduate with experience in elementary education and childcare. Adaptable and quick to learn, with demonstrated skills in leadership and instruction. Passionate about collaborative creativity and compassionate education.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Tutor & Babysitter

Freelance
Brooklyn, NY
01.2021 - Current
  • Tutored students aged 6-12 in reading, writing, math, and general homework help
  • Integrated technology into tutoring sessions to improve student engagement
  • Assessed student progress and created individualized learning plans
  • Fostered a positive and supportive learning environment where curiosity is encouraged

Counselor & Teaching Assistant at Wricampia Summer Camp

Writopia Lab
Peru, MA
07.2024 - 08.2024
  • Assisted an instructor in leading a creative writing workshop for teens, emboldening young writers with detailed editorial feedback and support in crafting their stories
  • Supervised and encouraged campers as they navigated an unfamiliar environment, while utilizing effective time management and communication to keep campers on a tight schedule and help them build connections

Group Leader

After School All Stars
Brooklyn, NY
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Worked with DOE teachers to build students' skills in writing, reading and math in an educational summer program
  • Ensured students' safety and wellbeing through observation, leadership and empathetic communication
  • Led activities, games and lessons and kept students engaged

Volunteer Teaching Intern

Writopia Lab
Brooklyn, NY
07.2019 - 08.2019
  • Mentored children aged 6-9 in a creative writing-focused summer workshop, contributing to their understanding of character, story structure and language

Education

B.S. - English; Minors in Japanese Language and Art Studio

Skidmore College
Saratoga Springs, NY
05.2025

Skills

  • High-quality, attentive childcare
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Elementary education
  • Student motivation
  • Emergency assessment and care
  • Small group and individualized instruction
  • Classroom management
  • Problem-solving and analysis
  • Hospitality and customer service
  • 90 WPM typing speed

Hobbies and Interests

  • Creative writing; Classical piano; Jewelry making; Reading; Ceramics; Drawing

Timeline

Counselor & Teaching Assistant at Wricampia Summer Camp

Writopia Lab
07.2024 - 08.2024

Group Leader

After School All Stars
06.2023 - 08.2023

Tutor & Babysitter

Freelance
01.2021 - Current

Volunteer Teaching Intern

Writopia Lab
07.2019 - 08.2019

B.S. - English; Minors in Japanese Language and Art Studio

Skidmore College
El Marks