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Emily Donald

Ames

Summary

Elementary education professional endorsed in Reading and English Language Arts with comprehensive experience and readiness to excel in teaching roles. Strong focus on fostering collaborative environments and driving results. Reliable team player known for adapting to changing needs. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and differentiated instruction, with passion for nurturing young minds and promoting inclusive education.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Coach/Manager

Trip Hedrick's Cyclone Swim School
01.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced swim lesson effectiveness by incorporating various teaching methods and styles tailored to individual student needs.
  • Built strong relationships with students' families, creating open communication channels for feedback on lesson quality and overall satisfaction. Resolved conflicts between parents and other employees by adapting lesson sequencing for specific swimmer needs and parent goals.
  • Promoted a culture of inclusiveness by adapting lesson plans to accommodate students with different abilities or special needs.

Student Teacher, Fifth Grade

Big Creek Elementary School
02.2025 - 05.2025
  • Encouraged students to think critically and develop problem-solving skills.
  • Wrote and completed practice lesson plans, incorporating student feedback and teacher comments for comprehensive success.
  • Reported back to faculty advisor about personal progress, identifying areas for improvement and making plans for enhanced progress.
  • Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts, and in-depth subject matter.

Student Teacher

Madrid Elementary School, Kindergarten
01.2025 - 03.2025
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
  • Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
  • Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Iowa State University
Ames, IA
05-2025

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Group leadership
  • Student engagement
  • Growth mindset
  • Differentiated instruction

Timeline

Student Teacher, Fifth Grade

Big Creek Elementary School
02.2025 - 05.2025

Student Teacher

Madrid Elementary School, Kindergarten
01.2025 - 03.2025

Coach/Manager

Trip Hedrick's Cyclone Swim School
01.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Iowa State University
Emily Donald