Grayson M'Kenzee Holbrooks
Summary
Engaging Teacher committed to preparing young students for elementary learning. Models diverse academic knowledge along with nurturing and enthusiastic presence that energizes students. Forms partnerships with parents and other education professionals to deliver learning and emotional support each child needs.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
School District Of Oconee County
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- 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.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
- Utilized assessment data to modify instruction and target areas of weakness for individual students.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
Bible Study Leader
Passport Camps
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Developed strong relationships with church leadership, ensuring consistency between Bible study content and overall congregational goals.
- Maintained an inclusive and welcoming environment for diverse groups of participants, supporting all individuals in their spiritual journey.
- Encouraged students to accept God and gift of salvation and grow in Christian faith.
- Initiated and coordinated special events for the study group, fostering a sense of community and camaraderie among participants.
Student Teacher - Kindergarten
Oakland Elementary School
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops for EL Education, Open Court, etc.
- Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of kindergarten learners with different emotional, physical, and mental needs.
Student Intern - First Grade
College Park Elementary
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
- Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.
- Differentiated lessons and plans for students from Spanish speaking backgrounds.
- Created relationships with students of different backgrounds in a Title 1 School.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information
Bible Study Leader
Passport Camps
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Selected variety of instructional aids, methods and materials that delivered spiritual, intellectual, physical, social and emotional learning.
- Participated in various outreach programs.
- Created study environment promoting positive social interaction and active engagement in learning.
Student Intern - Third Grade
Carolina Voyager Charter School
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Managed lessons and classroom behavior of third garde aged students.
- Explored new technologies and approaches to streamline processes.
- Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
- Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.
Virtual Classroom Facilitator
Lobee Learning
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
Bible Study Leader
Passport Camps
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Selected variety of instructional aids, methods and materials that delivered spiritual, intellectual, physical, social and emotional learning.
- Created study environment promoting positive social interaction and active engagement in learning.
- Facilitated worship services, encouraging participation from congregation.
Teaching Assistant - 3 Year Old's
Trinity Baptist Church
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
College of Charleston
Charleston, SC05.2023
High School Diploma -
Seneca High School
Seneca, SC05.2019
Skills
- Adapting to Different Educational Strategies to Fit Students Needs
- Instruction to Various Age Groups in Different Subjects
- Classroom Management
- Creating Visual Displays and Decorations
- Proficient in Various Tech Programs Such As Clever, i-Ready, McGraw Hill, IXL etc
- Lesson Planning and Preparation
- Proficient in Various Curriculum Programs Such As Open Court, EL Education, Heggartys, Ed Your Friend, Fountas and Pinnell,
- Technology Integration
- Parent Communication
Accomplishments
- Member of College of Charleston's Teacher Leader Program
- College of Charleston President's List (Fall, 2022)
- College of Charleston Dean's List (Fall 2021, Spring 2022, Fall 2022, Spring 2023)
Certification
Read to Succeed Certified
References
Katie Swart
Assistant Professor of
Early Childhood Education
(843) 953-6354 | swartkm@cofc.edu
Tracey Hunter-Doniger -
Department Chair
Associate Professor
(843)953-3376 | hunterdonigertl@cofc.edu
Anna Holloway -
Professor
(919) 961-0353 | hollowayam@cofc.edu
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
School District Of Oconee County
08.2023 - 05.2024
Bible Study Leader
Passport Camps
05.2023 - 07.2023
Student Teacher - Kindergarten
Oakland Elementary School
01.2023 - 04.2023
Student Intern - First Grade
College Park Elementary
08.2022 - 12.2022
Bible Study Leader
Passport Camps
06.2022 - 07.2022
Student Intern - Third Grade
Carolina Voyager Charter School
01.2022 - 04.2022
Virtual Classroom Facilitator
Lobee Learning
01.2022 - 04.2022
Bible Study Leader
Passport Camps
05.2021 - 07.2021
Teaching Assistant - 3 Year Old's
Trinity Baptist Church
05.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
College of Charleston
High School Diploma -
Seneca High School
Read to Succeed Certified
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