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Erin Lowe

Des Moines,IA

Summary

I shall work on this later Dedicated elementary educator with expertise in instructional technology and core curriculum implementation. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and parents, ensuring personalized instruction that meets individual student needs and drives academic growth.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Elementary Teacher, Third Grade

Des Moines Public Schools-Hillis Elementary
Des Moines, IA
08.2023 - Current
  • Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and classroom activities.
  • Implemented the core instruction of Illustrative Mathematics and EL Education with appropriate scaffolds to meet the needs of diverse learners.
  • Facilitated small group instruction to support individual student growth.

Student Teacher, Fourth Grade

Hartford Elementary: Carlisle Public Schools
Carlisle, Iowa
03.2023 - 05.2023
  • Collaborated with teachers to assess student progress and adapt instruction.
  • Developed deeper understanding of teaching strategies with increasing responsibility for student learning.

Student Teacher, Kindergarten

Hillis Elementary
Des Moines, IA
01.2023 - 03.2023
  • Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles in kindergarten classroom.
  • Collaborated with supervising teacher to assess student progress and adapt instruction.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Iowa State University
Ames, IA
05-2023

Skills

  • Student engagement strategies: BeGlad strategies
  • Instructional technology: Kami, Clever, Canva, Google, Canvas, GoGuardian, Excel, and Sheets
  • Core curriculum implementation: Illustrative Mathematics, EL Education, OpenSciEd
  • Intervention implementation: 95% phonics, UFLI, Building Fact Fluency
  • Adaptability to change
  • Creative problem solving
  • Classroom management

Leadership Experience

PLC Lead, Hillis Elementary                                                                                                        08/2025-Current

  • Developed and implemented PLC agendas to analyze curriculum, student work and teaching practices to enhance lessons for the best student outcomes
  • Implemented the GLEAM lesson unpacking process
  • Collaborated with grade level team and supporting educators to analyze student data and make instructional decisions

Culture and Climate Team Lead, Hillis Elementary 08/2025-Current

  • Organized meetings and implemented practices to fosutre a positive student and staff climate and culture

PTO Teacher Representative, Hillis Elementary                                                                        08/2023-Current

  • Attended monthly meetings with the parent teacher organization and developed necessary paper communication for families
  • Communicated relevant information to teachers

Additional Experience

Head Pool Manager and Swimming Lessons Supervisor, City of West Des Moines               06/2021-Current

  • Developed and implemente lifeguard training sessions
  • Supervised and supported lifeguard and additional staff
  • Effectively controlled situations with unhappy people
  • Organized swimming lessons for ____ participants and effectively communicated with customers

Coach, Girls on the run                                                                                                                 05/2019-Current

  • Implemented SEL curriculum for bi-weekly practices
  • Communicated with parents and community partners to ensure a positive experience for each participant

Timeline

Elementary Teacher, Third Grade

Des Moines Public Schools-Hillis Elementary
08.2023 - Current

Student Teacher, Fourth Grade

Hartford Elementary: Carlisle Public Schools
03.2023 - 05.2023

Student Teacher, Kindergarten

Hillis Elementary
01.2023 - 03.2023

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Iowa State University
Erin Lowe