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Elizabeth McDowell

Elizabeth McDowell

Grove City

Summary

Dynamic educator and organizer with a proven track record at The Freedom School, enhancing student engagement through innovative teaching strategies and project-based learning. Excelled in building relationships and tailoring instruction to diverse needs, significantly boosting academic performance. Skilled in lesson planning and activity coordination, demonstrating a strong ability to connect and communicate effectively across various roles.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mentor Teacher

The Freedom School
09.2023 - Current
  • Developed innovative lesson plans, resulting in increased student engagement and retention of material.
  • Established strong rapport with students through genuine interest in their well-being, academic growth, and personal achievements.
  • Integrated project-based learning activities into instruction, encouraging critical thinking skills and real-world connections for students.
  • Strengthened student performance through consistent feedback, assessment, and targeted support.

Life Enrichment Lead of Independent Living

StoryPoint Senior Living
05.2024 - 09.2024
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Release Teacher

Beautiful Savior Evangelical Lutheran Church & School
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Educated students in various subjects to improve academic performance and critical thinking skills.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans for diverse student needs.
  • Engaged students through interactive learning activities, enhancing participation and interest.
  • Improved class performance by adapting teaching methods to suit different learning styles.

Executive Secretary

Outreach Ministries
06.2016 - 08.2021
  • Handled confidential information in professional manner.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality in all aspects of personal, financial, and corporate information.
  • Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
  • Served as a liaison between executives, staff members, clients, and stakeholders to maintain effective communication channels.

P.A.R.K. Leader

Grove City Ohio Government
08.2015 - 06.2016

Implemented and planned engaging before and after school programs.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Family And Consumer Sciences

Mount Vernon Nazarene University
Mount Vernon

Skills

  • Teaching strategies
  • Project-based learning
  • Student engagement
  • Relationship building
  • Lesson planning
  • Activity planning

Certification

  • First Aid Certification
  • OAE Family and Consumer Sciences

Timeline

Life Enrichment Lead of Independent Living

StoryPoint Senior Living
05.2024 - 09.2024

Mentor Teacher

The Freedom School
09.2023 - Current

Release Teacher

Beautiful Savior Evangelical Lutheran Church & School
08.2022 - 05.2023

Executive Secretary

Outreach Ministries
06.2016 - 08.2021

P.A.R.K. Leader

Grove City Ohio Government
08.2015 - 06.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Family And Consumer Sciences

Mount Vernon Nazarene University
Elizabeth McDowell