Emily Easley
Hayden,ID
Summary
Passionate Tech Prep Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Coeur D'Alene School District
08.2023 - Current
- Managed daily classroom routines efficiently, promoting a structured environment conducive to learning.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and consistently enforced consequences to maintain an orderly classroom conducive to learning.
- Enhanced classroom management skills by implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for behavior.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive learning environment that promoted academic growth.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and improve teaching techniques.
- Implemented creative teaching methods that engaged students in the learning process while still adhering to curriculum requirements and state educational standards.
- Provided individualized support to students struggling academically, tailoring instruction to meet their unique needs.
- Consistently received positive feedback from parents, students, and administrators for dedication to student success and creating a supportive learning environment.
- Fostered a sense of community within the classroom by cultivating respect amongst peers and facilitating team-building activities that encouraged collaboration among students.
- Utilized technology effectively to enhance lessons, engage students, and streamline administrative tasks such as grading assignments or communicating with parents/guardians about their child's performance.
- Followed classroom plans left by the class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as a substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and consistently enforced consequences in order to maintain an orderly classroom conducive to learning.
Tech Prep Teacher
Coeur D'Alene School District
08.2022 - Current
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into the classroom.
- Enhanced student knowledge of technology by integrating various web-based applications for research and assignments.
- Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts, and in-depth subject matter.
- Fostered team collaboration between students through projects.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into the classroom.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses.
- Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Taught correct hand placement for typing and basic computer skills.
- Trained and developed students' skills in word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs.
- Planned and implemented curriculum to teach up-to-date technology to over 300 students.
- Maintained inventory and upkeep for 32 Chromebook devices.
- Designed classes on Schoology for Tech Prep students.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
- Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
- Conducted ongoing professional development in educational technology, keeping the teaching approach current and effective.
Lead Copy Cat Volunteer
John Adams Academy
03.2016 - 05.2019
- Facilitated, organized, and maintained copy center, known as CopyCats, for staff and teachers at John Adams Academy for grades TK through 12th grade.
- Operated copiers and printers, trimmed stock to particular sizes, and bound booklets using spiral techniques to complete teacher job requests.
- Led, trained, supported, and organized parent volunteers in laminating tasks for both classroom, Parent Service Organization, and school-wide projects, fliers, workbook assembling, and document coping, as well as office supply organization and delegation.
- Also assisted in playground supervision, field trip chaperone, classroom assistance, performed Room Parent duties and responsibilities, New Family Welcome Committee member, Parent Service Organization Head Chair Committee member, and various school safety or organization tasks as needed.
- Improved organizational efficiency by streamlining volunteer onboarding processes.
- Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
- Coordinated volunteer training sessions to ensure consistent delivery of services across teams.
Kidsway Childcare Worker and Assistant Coordinator
Bridgeway Christian Church
01.2013 - 03.2019
- Planned, organized, directed, managed, and supervised children and childcare programs from infancy through elementary, focusing extensively on preschool through kindergarten-aged children.
- Used various teaching methods and techniques such as storytelling, games, music, and art to teach children basic social skills and Christian curriculum.
- Taught children educational games to reinforce learning of alphabets and numbers.
- Provided continuous supervision to children during indoor and outdoor activities to maintain safe learning and playing environments.
- Distributed food, napkins, and beverages in preparation for snack time.
- Supported children's emotional and social development by encouraging positive self-concepts and understanding of others.
- Facilitated positive relations among staff, parents, and volunteers.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play, and learning and developmental activities.
- Trained, supported, and supervised coworkers and volunteers in classroom management, curriculum lesson planning and execution, communication, creativity, classroom sanitization, and leadership.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education Studies
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT08.2025
Two Certifications of Completion - Healthcare Information Technology
Cosumnes River College
Sacramento, CA05.2013
Skills
- Technology Integration
- Creative Lesson Plan Development
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Innovative Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- Classroom Instruction
- Team Teaching and Collaboration
- Coding Understanding
- PC Expertise
- Google and Microsoft Windows Proficient
- Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI)
- K-5 Substitute Teacher
Additional Information
- Honors & Awards , Phi Theta Kappa Alumni - Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society International
Creative Experience
Fiber Artist | Hayden, ID | 1996- Present
- Created original artworks across various media, including watercolor, acrylic paint, pastel, chalk, digital, fabric, etc.
- Designed custom pieces for clients and participated in local exhibitions.
- Utilized strong attention to detail, color theory, and composition.
- Managed client communications, project timelines, and social media presence.
Quote
Technology will not replace great teachers, but technology in the hands of great teachers can be transformational.
George Couros
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Coeur D'Alene School District
08.2023 - Current
Tech Prep Teacher
Coeur D'Alene School District
08.2022 - Current
Lead Copy Cat Volunteer
John Adams Academy
03.2016 - 05.2019
Kidsway Childcare Worker and Assistant Coordinator
Bridgeway Christian Church
01.2013 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education Studies
Western Governors University
Two Certifications of Completion - Healthcare Information Technology
Cosumnes River College
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