Holleigh Bergstrom
Providence
Summary
Experienced with developing and implementing curriculum that aligns with educational standards and engage students. Utilizes interactive teaching methods and innovative technology to differentiate and foster a supportive learning environment for all students. Strong understanding of classroom management techniques and effective communication skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
6th Grade Teacher
Highlander Charter School
Providence, RI
08.2017 - 06.2025
- Two Classrooms of 18 students; urban public charter school.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligning with curriculum standards to enhance student learning and participation.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to create a positive learning environment for diverse learners.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate technology tools into instruction, improving student engagement and understanding.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods, providing targeted feedback for academic growth.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences, building strong relationships between home and school to support student success.
MLL Summer School Curriculum Developer
Camp RYSE
Providence, RI
06.2023 - 08.2024
- RYSE is a Providence-based nonprofit whose mission is to foster literacy, confidence, and community among refugee youth in Rhode Island.
- Developed a comprehensive five week curriculum utilizing a workshop model with vocabulary, a weekly read aloud, and assignments ending in a weekly project specifically designed to support multilingual learners grades 4-6.
1st Grade Teacher
Highlander Charter School
Providence, RI
01.2017 - 06.2017
- Classroom of 18 students; urban public charter school.
- Utilized and implemented various blended learning strategies including Google Forms, blendspace, and symbaloo.
- Taught and adapted Ready Gen curriculum for whole group and small group instruction including comprehension and phonics.
- Implemented weekly read aloud stations including vocabulary, small group activity, and blendspace playlists.
- Taught and adapted math curriculum utilizing various resources including materials from Engage NY.
- Created weekly spiral assessments to determine student growth in phonics and math skills.
6th Grade Special Education Teacher
The Learning Community Charter School
Central Falls, RI
09.2016 - 11.2016
- One advisory class of 15 students; urban public charter school; caseload of 19 students with a push-in model of support in three main subject area classes.
- Created, planned, and adapted daily advisory lessons based on previous lessons.
- Determined and created appropriate alterations and support to classroom material based on needs of individual students, including two guided reading groups of varying levels.
- Provided in-class support for students based on moment-to-moment need.
- Co-created individualized assignment calendars with students.
Co-Director
Athletes in Action
Providence, RI
07.2014 - 06.2016
- A non-profit organization preparing students and coaches for lives of impact.
- Worked directly with college students; facilitated weekly meetings and seminars in large and small groups.
- Gained partnership and fund development expertise and experience through raising over $75,000 a year through over +100 individuals and organizations.
- Increased communication skills and built on-going relationships through newsletter writing, public speaking, and vision-casting to potential donors.
Camp Leader
The Ultimate Training Camp
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Staffed training camp for 150 varsity athletes at Division-I facility; helped facilitate 22 hour long physical and mental conditioning exercise with teams of collegiate athletes.
Participant
Cultural Immersion Program
Istanbul, Turkey
06.2013 - 08.2013
- Built relationships with college students through on and off campus visits.
- Planned and implemented weekly English language classes with college students.
Education
Master of Arts in Teaching - Grades 1-6
Brown University
Providence, RI05-2016
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education with a focus on Human Development
Brown University
Providence, RI05-2014
ExcEL Micro-Endorsement - Essential Support For Working With MLLs
ExcEL Leadership Academy
05-2025
Skills
- Curriculum design and implementation
- Classroom management
- Differentiation
- Parent-teacher communication
- Student engagement
- Knowledgeable about innovative technologies
Certification
- Rhode Island K-6 Certification, May 2019
- Praxis Tests:
- Elementary Multiple Subject, January 2016
- Principles of Learning and Teaching, Grades K-6, February 2016
- Google Certified Educator Level 1, July 2020
- Google Certified Educator Level 2, August 2020
Timeline
MLL Summer School Curriculum Developer
Camp RYSE
06.2023 - 08.2024
6th Grade Teacher
Highlander Charter School
08.2017 - 06.2025
1st Grade Teacher
Highlander Charter School
01.2017 - 06.2017
6th Grade Special Education Teacher
The Learning Community Charter School
09.2016 - 11.2016
Camp Leader
The Ultimate Training Camp
06.2015 - 08.2015
Co-Director
Athletes in Action
07.2014 - 06.2016
Participant
Cultural Immersion Program
06.2013 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education with a focus on Human Development
Brown University
Master of Arts in Teaching - Grades 1-6
Brown University
ExcEL Micro-Endorsement - Essential Support For Working With MLLs
ExcEL Leadership Academy
OTHER EXPERIENCE
- Assistant Coach for Learning Community Charter School Soccer Team, 2016
- Track and Field Varsity Athlete, Brown University, 2010-2014
- Club Soccer Player, Brown University, 2012-2013