Emma Dawson
Charlottesville,VA
Summary
Has a passion for nurturing children’s emotional and cognitive development. Notable for strong organizational skills, patience, and adaptability in diverse classroom environments. Committed to fostering a positive learning atmosphere that encourages curiosity and growth.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher
Brookneal Elementary and William Campbell
Brookneal, VA
01.2025 - Current
- Facilitated lessons and fostered connections between students and teachers.
- Enhanced leadership capabilities while gaining hands-on experience in managing classrooms.
- Collaborating with the grade-level team and other support staff.
Volunteer Worker for Students With Special Needs
Thomas Road Baptist Church
Lynchburg, VA
12.2021 - 12.2024
- Provided one-on-one supervision and companionship for students with special needs.
- Communicated with parents.
- Collaborated with a team of volunteers to set up and tear down the events.
Practicum Student
Various Settings
Lynchburg, VA
09.2022 - 11.2024
- Fostered positive relationships with students and faculty from diverse backgrounds.
- Communicated with teachers regularly regarding scheduling and due dates.
- Created and taught lessons based on the varying needs of my students.
Preschool Camp Counselor
Millstone of Ivy
Charlottesville, VA
06.2021 - 08.2024
- I was interacting with children, creating a fun learning environment for them over the summer.
- Worked alongside other counselors to collaborate on projects, and communicated scheduling and routine.
- I was in charge of student safety and well-being.
- Interacted with parents on a daily basis.
Volunteer Teacher's Assistant
Liberty Christian Academy (LCA)
Lynchburg, VA
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Assisted a 4th-grade English teacher
- Supported the teacher by grading vocabulary, student writing, and reading comprehension assignments
- enabled the teacher to spend more quality time teaching
Education
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education W/ Special Education Add-On
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2025
Skills
- Activity Preparation
- Collaboration
- Group and individual teaching
- Lesson plan development
- Technology (Canva, Word, Google Docs, PowerPoint)
- Organization
Accomplishments
- Nominated by faculty and accepted to National Society of Collegiate Scholars
- Member of Professional Association of Christian Educators (PACE)
Affiliations
- Play soccer
- Create art
- Enjoy Hiking
Timeline
Student Teacher
Brookneal Elementary and William Campbell
01.2025 - Current
Practicum Student
Various Settings
09.2022 - 11.2024
Volunteer Teacher's Assistant
Liberty Christian Academy (LCA)
02.2022 - 04.2022
Volunteer Worker for Students With Special Needs
Thomas Road Baptist Church
12.2021 - 12.2024
Preschool Camp Counselor
Millstone of Ivy
06.2021 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education W/ Special Education Add-On
Liberty University
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