EMILY O'CONNOR
Orlando,US
Summary
Offering passion for education and strong desire to contribute to supportive learning environment. Brings ability to quickly adapt to new teaching methods and educational tools. Ready to use and develop classroom management and lesson planning skills in teaching roles.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Third Grade Teacher
SunRidge Elementary
Winter Garden, FL
08.2025 - Current
- Designed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to foster student learning.
- Implemented differentiated instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs of students.
- Utilized assessment tools to track student progress and inform instructional adjustments.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student development and resolve concerns.
Tutor
SYLVAN LEARNING
Ocoee, FL
09.2023 - 04.2026
- Engaged actively with students to build confidence in subject matter and help improve study methods.
- Tutored students in math, reading and writing to help them improve their grades and confidence.
Kindergarten Teacher
SUNRIDGE ELEMENTARY
Winter Garden, FL
08.2024 - 08.2025
- Developed and implemented creative lesson plans to engage students in learning activities.
- Provided individualized instruction and support to students, addressing their unique needs and learning styles.
- Used appropriate behavior management techniques to enhance student learning.
- Established and maintained open communication with parents and guardians to ensure a collaborative approach to learning.
First Grade Teacher
SUNRIDGE ELEMENTARY
Winter Garden, FL
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Communicated regularly with parents through newsletters, phone calls, and conferences.
- Provided individual attention to struggling learners using differentiated instruction techniques.
- Created classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to age-level and interests of students.
Special Education Teacher
ORIOLE ELEMENTARY
Fort Lauderdale, FL
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Provided academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support for students in need.
- Reviewed IEP with student's parents, school administrators and student's general education teachers.
- Utilized technology to supplement instruction and enhance student learning.
- Maintained records on each student's progress throughout the school year.
Education
Masters - Special Education
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL, US12-2022
Bachelors - Elementary Education
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL, US12-2021
Skills
- Classroom instruction
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Team collaboration
- Special education
Certification
Florida Teaching Certificate
Timeline
Third Grade Teacher
SunRidge Elementary
08.2025 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
SUNRIDGE ELEMENTARY
08.2024 - 08.2025
Tutor
SYLVAN LEARNING
09.2023 - 04.2026
First Grade Teacher
SUNRIDGE ELEMENTARY
08.2023 - 05.2024
Special Education Teacher
ORIOLE ELEMENTARY
08.2022 - 07.2023
Bachelors - Elementary Education
University of Florida
Masters - Special Education
University of Florida