Grace Edwards
Nashville,TN
Summary
Professional with hands-on experience in collaborative environments, prepared to contribute to classroom and school success. Known for reliability and adaptability in new environments. Exhibits strong organizational abilities and effective communication skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
1st Grade Intern
Brickey Mcloud Elementary School
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Participated in weekly meetings with a mentor teacher, sharing insights from various learning experiences throughout the internship program.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within Knox County, applying learned concepts directly into relevant teaching situations.
Afternoon Teacher
University of Tennessee Early Learning Center
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
- Enhanced classroom environment with relevant visual aids, fostering a positive learning atmosphere.
- Utilized differentiated instruction methods to accommodate diverse learner needs within the classroom setting.
Afternoon teacher
First Church Pre School
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents through consistent communication about progress and goals.
- Led afternoon activities that were engaging from student ranging from ages two to six years old.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow teachers.
Summer Intern, Reading Teacher, Art Teacher
Preston Taylor Ministries
05.2018 - 03.2020
- Worked with multiple groups of children during after school programs as an art and reading teacher for children ages four to thirteen.
- Leveraged exceptional problem-solving abilities when faced with unexpected challenges or difficult situations during daily activities as a summer intern.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
Education
Master of Science - Child And Family Studies Early Childhood Education
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Child And Family Studies Early Childhood Education
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN12.2023
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Strong organizational skills
Certification
- Google Certified Level 1 Educator (August, 2024)
- Training for Intervention Procedures (TIPs) (September 2024)
- Literacy Success Act Training (November 2024)
Timeline
1st Grade Intern
Brickey Mcloud Elementary School
08.2024 - 05.2025
Afternoon Teacher
University of Tennessee Early Learning Center
05.2023 - 12.2023
Afternoon teacher
First Church Pre School
01.2022 - 05.2023
Summer Intern, Reading Teacher, Art Teacher
Preston Taylor Ministries
05.2018 - 03.2020
- Google Certified Level 1 Educator (August, 2024)
- Training for Intervention Procedures (TIPs) (September 2024)
- Literacy Success Act Training (November 2024)
Master of Science - Child And Family Studies Early Childhood Education
University of Tennessee
Bachelor of Science - Child And Family Studies Early Childhood Education
University of Tennessee
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