Ella Edwards
Summary
Elementary education and multi-categorical special education graduate with experience in residency, substitute teaching, and private tutoring. Skilled in planning and delivering standards-aligned instruction, supporting students with diverse learning needs, and fostering positive classroom environments. Passionate about helping all students grow academically, socially, and emotionally.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Residency II - Elementary and Multi-Categorical
Kellogg Elementary School
Huntington
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Planned and delivered standards-aligned instruction in both general education and special education classroom settings.
- Differentiated lessons and instructional materials to meet diverse academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs.
- Implemented accommodations and modifications in accordance with students' IEPs and individualized learning goals.
- Assessed student learning through formative and summative assessments and used data to guide instructional decisions.
- Collaborated with mentor teachers, school staff, and families to support student learning and promote academic success.
- Established positive classroom environments through effective classroom management and relationship-building strategies.
Substitute Teacher
Wayne County Board Of Education
Wayne
03.2026 - Current
- Managed classrooms and facilitated engaging learning activities across grade levels and subject areas.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies to promote positive student behavior and a productive learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers and school personnel to support student learning and meet individual needs.
- Adapted lesson plans and instructional strategies to address diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Provided academic and behavioral support in accordance with students' IEPs, 504 Plans, SAT Plans, and individualized behavior plans.
- Designed and taught standards-aligned lessons during long-term assignments.
Private Tutor
Self-Employed
Kenova
04.2025 - Current
- Provided one-on-one tutoring in mathematics and language arts to support student academic growth.
- Designed and implemented personalized learning plans based on assessment data and individual student needs.
- Assessed student progress regularly and adjusted instructional strategies to improve learning outcomes.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to identify student needs and support academic success.
Operations Assistant
Bulldog Creative Services
Huntington
08.2023 - 01.2025
- Facilitated communication between departments and clients to support daily operations.
- Entered, analyzed, and reported data using multiple software applications.
- Supported organizational operations through administrative and record-keeping tasks.
- Organized and maintained filing systems to ensure efficient access to important documents.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Marshall University
Huntington, WV05-2026
Skills
- Lesson Planning and Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Student Assessment and Progress Monitoring
- IEP and 504 Plan Implementation
- Behavior Management
- Small Group Instruction
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Educational Technology
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Family communication
Certification
- Professional Teaching Certificate - Elementary Education K-6
- Professional Teaching Certificate - Multi-Categorical (LD, BD, ID, DD) K-6
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Wayne County Board Of Education
03.2026 - Current
Residency II - Elementary and Multi-Categorical
Kellogg Elementary School
08.2025 - 05.2026
Private Tutor
Self-Employed
04.2025 - Current
Operations Assistant
Bulldog Creative Services
08.2023 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Marshall University