Erin Collins
Natrona Heights,PA
Summary
Passionate 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
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Teacher
West Hill Elementary, Sharon School District
- Supported program administrators in curriculum development efforts, aligning instructional materials with educational objectives and industry standards.
- Actively participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge and skill sets as a Field Instructor.
- Developed strong relationships with students, establishing trust and promoting open communication for better understanding of course material.
- Enhanced field learning experiences by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world scenarios into lesson plans.
Summer Camp Counselor
Pittsburgh Indoor Sports Arena
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Acted as positive role model and mentor to provide campers with constructive guidance and promote healthy habits and attitudes.
- Managed daily operations of camp programs, ensuring smooth transitions between activities and maintaining participant engagement throughout the day.
Building Substitute Teacher
Kiski Area School District
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Established high expectations for all learners, fostering a growth mindset that encouraged persistent effort toward academic goals.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Provided individualized support to struggling learners, enabling them to reach their full potential academically.
- Designed engaging curricular units aligned with state standards while incorporating real-world applications.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Field Student Teacher Learning Support
Summit Elementary School, Butler School District
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Assisted struggling students with targeted one-on-one support, leading to increased confidence and academic success.
- Improved classroom management strategies by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Utilized data-driven instruction methods to identify areas for improvement and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments, adjusting instructional methods accordingly for optimal results.
Student Teacher, Fourth Grade
Summit Elementary, Butler Area School
01.2023 - 03.2023
- 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.
- Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
Field Student Teacher Autistic Support
Emily Brittain Elementary, Area School
11.2022 - 12.2022
- Cultivated critical thinking skills among students by asking probing questions during lessons and encouraging thoughtful debate on relevant topics.
- Assisted struggling students with targeted one-on-one support, leading to increased confidence and academic success.
- Improved classroom management strategies by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting a comprehensive understanding of subjects.
- Supported special education students through accommodations and modifications in lesson delivery, ensuring equal access to educational opportunities.
Kindergarten Teacher
Wilkinsburg School District
08.2024 - Current
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
Field Teacher, Sixth Grade
Butler Middle School
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
5th Grade Teacher
Christ The Divine Teacher Catholic Academy/st. Scholastica School
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices in teaching 5th grade students.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, modifying instruction as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, connecting subject matter across various topics.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
- Cultivated critical thinking skills among students by challenging them with complex problem-solving tasks and thought-provoking discussions.
Education
Special Education
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PAHigh School Diploma - undefined
Highlands High School
Natrona Heights, PA2019
Skills
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Relationship building
- Collaboration techniques
- Student engagement
- Curriculum implementation
- Data-driven instruction
Certification
State of Pennsylvania Teacher License
Elementary K-4
Special Education K-12
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Wilkinsburg School District
08.2024 - Current
5th Grade Teacher
Christ The Divine Teacher Catholic Academy/st. Scholastica School
08.2023 - 07.2024
Field Student Teacher Learning Support
Summit Elementary School, Butler School District
03.2023 - 05.2023
Student Teacher, Fourth Grade
Summit Elementary, Butler Area School
01.2023 - 03.2023
Field Student Teacher Autistic Support
Emily Brittain Elementary, Area School
11.2022 - 12.2022
Summer Camp Counselor
Pittsburgh Indoor Sports Arena
06.2022 - 08.2024
Building Substitute Teacher
Kiski Area School District
01.2022 - 05.2023
Field Teacher, Sixth Grade
Butler Middle School
10.2021 - 12.2021
High School Diploma - undefined
Highlands High School
Field Teacher
West Hill Elementary, Sharon School District
Special Education
Slippery Rock University
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