Finn Hardin
Asheville,NC
Summary
Dedicated and diligent educator with a relentless drive to innovate and elevate teaching practices. Committed to exploring novel methodologies to cultivate positive and enriching learning environments. Possesses a deep passion for education and a proven track record of fostering academic growth and personal development in students. Highly skilled in leveraging a diverse range of instructional techniques to engage learners and promote lasting comprehension. Ready to bring enthusiasm, creativity, and a tireless work ethic to any educational setting, driven by a genuine love for the art of teaching
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
FernLeaf Community Charter School
08.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles, fostering an inclusive and engaging learning environment.
- Utilized alternative teaching methods to promote active participation and comprehension among students.
- Facilitated fieldwork planning, coordinating enriching experiences beyond the classroom to enhance learning outcomes.
- Created interactive activities to sustain student engagement throughout the learning day, ensuring a dynamic and stimulating educational experience.
- Designed and led mindfulness activities to promote emotional regulation and mental well-being among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate mindfulness practices into daily routines, fostering a supportive and mindful school culture.
Student Teacher, Sixth Grade
Clemson University
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Analyzed test scores to identify areas for improvement and develop targeted strategies to enhance student performance.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to implement interventions and adjustments to curriculum and teaching methods based on assessment data.
- Provided individualized support and resources to students to address specific academic needs and improve test scores.
- Monitored student progress and assessed the effectiveness of interventions through ongoing evaluation and data analysis.
Camp Counselor
Camp Royall, Autism Society Of NC.
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Clemson University
Clemson, SC05.2023
Skills
- Proficient in using remote teaching platforms such as Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, or similar tools
- Strong communication skills for effectively delivering lessons and engaging with students in a virtual setting
- Ability to create engaging and interactive virtual lessons and activities to maintain student interest and participation
- Experience with online assessment tools and methods to evaluate student progress and performance remotely
- Adaptability and flexibility to adjust teaching strategies and materials for remote learning environments
- Organizational skills to manage virtual classrooms, assignments, and communication with students and parents
- Technological proficiency to troubleshoot technical issues and ensure smooth delivery of online instruction
- Collaboration skills for working with colleagues, administrators, and support staff in a remote team environment
- Knowledge of digital resources and educational technology tools to enhance remote teaching effectiveness
- Strong classroom management skills to maintain discipline and focus during virtual lessons
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
FernLeaf Community Charter School
08.2023 - Current
Student Teacher, Sixth Grade
Clemson University
08.2022 - 05.2023
Camp Counselor
Camp Royall, Autism Society Of NC.
06.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Clemson University