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Hi, I’m
Grace Hourigan
Teacher
PLANT CITY,FL
Summary
Passionate Middle School Teacher with highly developed computer skills and in-depth experience using technology in classroom to maximize learning experience. Conveys subject material in accessible and compelling formats.
Overview
4
years of professional experience
1
years of post-secondary education
7
Years of working with young people
Work History
First Baptist Brandon Christian AcademyBrandon, Florida
Middle School Teacher
2019.08 - Current (6 education.years_Label & 11 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Teaches history for the whole of middle school while also responsible for Physical Science, sixth grade Bible, and Art.
- Experienced in teaching Journalism and seventh grade Bible
- Certified by the state of Florida in social science grades 5-9 and by Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
- Integrates Scripture in the curriculum that students would be molded into faithful, thinking citizens ready to witness to the world
- Adopts the style of transformational teaching through class activities (STEM, simulations, etc.)
- Creates projects assesses the students beyond the usual essay format
- Organized a science fair in November 2022
- Serves as the middle school advisor for school’s NJHS chapter
- Sat in on classes of fellow teaching professionals to learn innovative methods for dispensing information to students.
- Developed and distributed study guides to reinforce lecture details and help students with test preparation.
- Volunteers to help out with Elementary Afterschool LEGO League program and STEM program
Drobots Camps: Rancho Camps, FL
Summer Camp Instructor
2022.05 - 2022.07 (2 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Built positive and productive relationships with students and parents to further program objectives and overall success.
- Planned and delivered interactive crafts and activities to groups of four to eight kids.
- Educated children on social emotional and technology subjects.
- Taught kids ages five to eleven rules and gameplay of different drone or robot races
- Factored-in abilities, needs and interests of participants in development of events and programs.
- Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
- Modeled appropriate behavior to help children develop decision making, problem-solving and other essential life skills.
Catapult LearningTampa, FL
Summer School Teacher
2021.06 - 2021.06
Job overview
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Planned engaging activities to bring material to life.
- Built positive relationships with students and team members to achieve smooth and productive program experience.
- Developed and implemented activities to reinforce learning concepts.
YMCA Plant City, FL
Lead Summer Camp Counselor
2019.05 - 2019.07 (2 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Implemented camp activities fostering physical, social and emotional growth.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Directed a junior counselor during her working hours inhow she could best help my operations
Temple Baptist Church Powell, TN
Ministries Secretary
2018.08 - 2018.11 (3 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Updated spreadsheets to support executives
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance church's ministry outreach.
- Assisted the head of the missions department, Tim Carte, in facilitating several events (i.e. Temple Baptist Church’s World Missions Conference in October 2018 and Temple Baptist Church’s Parade of Nations in November 2018) for the church
YMCA Camp CristinaRiverview, FL
Summer Day Camp Counselor
2018.05 - 2018.08 (3 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Implemented camp activities fostering physical, social and emotional growth.
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching and participating with campers.
- Counseled individuals on self-discipline and personal accountability.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill and developmental levels.
- Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
Crown CollegePowell, TN
Student Librarian Assistant
2016.08 - 2018.08 (2 education.years_Label)
Job overview
- Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
- Placed books on proper shelves when returned to circulation.
- Maintained secure environment by monitoring visitors at front desk.
- Entered new transactions and updated records of library users.
- Gained strong understanding of various methods for cataloging books and other materials.
- Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.
Camp VictorySamson, AL
Summer Camp Counselor
2016.05 - 2017.07 (1 education.year_Label & 2 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Implemented camp activities fostering physical, social and emotional growth.
- Supervised groups of children in cabins for sleepaway camp.
- Washed dishes and helped maintain facilities in rotation with other volunteers.
- Participated in meetings to coordinate with other staff on campers' progress, issues and goal achievement.
- Counseled individuals on self-discipline and personal accountability.
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Served as lifeguard.
- Checked children prior to entering boats, canoes or kayaks to check life jacket usage and maintain overall safety standards.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill and developmental levels (elementary through high school)
- Walked alongside troubled or homesick campers during day hikes and expeditions.
Education
Florida Southern CollegeLakeland, FL
Master of Arts from Transformational Curriculum And Instruction
2022.05 - Current (4 education.years_Label & 2 education.months_Label)
The Crown College of The BiblePowell, TN
Bachelor of Arts from Secondary Education
2016.08 - 2019.05 (2 education.years_Label & 9 education.months_Label)
University Overview
- Awarded Salutatorian
- Employed by student work study
- Completed a student teaching internship
- Served as a dorm room leader
- Maintained a 4.0 GPA
University of South FloridaTampa, FL
Bachelor of Science from Pre-Nursing
2015.08 - 2016.05 (9 education.months_Label)
University Overview
- Member of Ethics Bowl team
- Transferred after one year
Hillsborough Virtual SchoolTampa, FL
High School Diploma
2013.08 - 2015.05 (1 education.year_Label & 9 education.months_Label)
University Overview
- Awarded Salutatorian
- Member of Youth in Government (Camp Chapter)
- Received Bright Futures
- Member of Choir
- Completed 22 hours of dual enrollment
Skills
Organizational ability
Field trips
Learning assessments
2 Years working as a lifeguard
Time management
Verbal and written communication
Four years of teaching history
Art education
Citizenship promotion
Lesson Planning
Tech savy
Interests
Kickboxing
Culinary Arts
Language
Travel
Timeline
Summer Camp Instructor
Drobots Camps: Rancho Camps
2022.05 - 2022.07 (2 education.months_Label)
Florida Southern College
Master of Arts from Transformational Curriculum And Instruction
2022.05 - Current (4 education.years_Label & 2 education.months_Label)
Summer School Teacher
Catapult Learning
2021.06 - 2021.06
Middle School Teacher
First Baptist Brandon Christian Academy
2019.08 - Current (6 education.years_Label & 11 education.months_Label)
Lead Summer Camp Counselor
YMCA
2019.05 - 2019.07 (2 education.months_Label)
Ministries Secretary
Temple Baptist Church
2018.08 - 2018.11 (3 education.months_Label)
Summer Day Camp Counselor
YMCA Camp Cristina
2018.05 - 2018.08 (3 education.months_Label)
Student Librarian Assistant
Crown College
2016.08 - 2018.08 (2 education.years_Label)
The Crown College of The Bible
Bachelor of Arts from Secondary Education
2016.08 - 2019.05 (2 education.years_Label & 9 education.months_Label)
Summer Camp Counselor
Camp Victory
2016.05 - 2017.07 (1 education.year_Label & 2 education.months_Label)
University of South Florida
Bachelor of Science from Pre-Nursing
2015.08 - 2016.05 (9 education.months_Label)
Hillsborough Virtual School
High School Diploma
2013.08 - 2015.05 (1 education.year_Label & 9 education.months_Label)