Emily Parris
Othello
Summary
Experienced educator skilled in behavior management and fostering student self-esteem. Committed to enhancing learning experiences through hands-on activities and strong partnerships with parents and staff.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Othello School District
Othello
08.2025 - Current
- Implemented daily activities that promote social and emotional development.
- Collaborated with parents to share student progress and concerns.
- Facilitated group activities to enhance teamwork and cooperation skills.
- Developed positive relationships with students, families, staff members, and outside agencies.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies such as setting limits while encouraging self-discipline.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles.
Second Grade Teacher
Othello School District
Othello
08.2021 - 06.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain student focus.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and other pertinent information.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Administered tests and assessed results to evaluate student understanding of material.
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
Camp Director
Camp Adventure Youth Services
Cedar Falls
02.2016 - 08.2017
- Developed program materials to enhance learning experiences for campers.
- Communicated regularly with parents about camper progress and events.
- Engaged children in interactive activities and organized arts and crafts, sports games and field trips.
- Facilitated weekly meetings with counselors to discuss any issues that may have arisen during the week along with upcoming events planned for the following week.
- Planned curriculum and daily schedules in collaboration with professionals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Washington State University
Pullman, WA12-2018
Master of Science - Social Work
Capella University
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Behavior management
- Community involvement
- Creative teaching strategies
- Effective communication
- Program coordination
- Lesson planning
- Student needs assessment
- Child development
- Disciplinary techniques
- Student counseling
- Social skills
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Othello School District
08.2025 - Current
Second Grade Teacher
Othello School District
08.2021 - 06.2025
Camp Director
Camp Adventure Youth Services
02.2016 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Washington State University
Master of Science - Social Work
Capella University
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