Lauryn J. Smalls
Tempe,AZ
Summary
I am a recent college graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Education, eager to launch a teaching career at Rio Vista Elementary School. I plan to provide a positive, supportive learning environment that fosters academic growth, builds student confidence, and strengthens meaningful relationships, promoting personal and educational development. I will use communication skills, creativity, and effective classroom management strategies to empower students to reach their full potential and achieve long-term academic success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
After School Program Teacher
Sequoya Elementary School
Scottsdale, AZ
08.2025 - Current
- Provide a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment for students after the regular school day.
- Supports academic enrichment, social-emotional development, and positive behavior through planned activities and homework assistance.
Internship/Early Childhood Education Student Teacher
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
08.2023 - 10.2025
- Observed classroom dynamics to identify areas for improvement in teaching methods and student engagement.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to assess student progress and adapt instructional strategies.
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans to foster early childhood development.
- Facilitated classroom activities that promoted social skills and emotional growth among children.
- Developed age-appropriate educational materials to enhance learning experiences for diverse learners.
Child Care Attendant
Mountainside Fitness
Scottsdale, AZ
08.2024 - 08.2025
- Greet all members coming in and out, and their children.
- Introduce yourself to all parents and children.
- Find out the children’s names and any special precautions.
- Give thorough tours of the childcare room to potential members.
- Accurately check member information & verify it with the information on their card.
- Adding or changing info. In the computer, as needed, on each member in their notes & putting your initials after each entry or change, whether in the computer notes, member cards, or time sheets.
- Make sure all parents check children in upon arrival and out upon departure.
Monitor
Basis Ahwatukee
Phoenix, AZ
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Supervised students during lunch, recess, dismissal, and after-school programs.
- Ensured a safe, structured, and supportive environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ12.2025
Skills
- Experience working with students
- Classroom teaching (Early Childhood Education)
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- SEI Endorsement
- Mandatory Reporter
Timeline
After School Program Teacher
Sequoya Elementary School
08.2025 - Current
Child Care Attendant
Mountainside Fitness
08.2024 - 08.2025
Internship/Early Childhood Education Student Teacher
Arizona State University
08.2023 - 10.2025
Monitor
Basis Ahwatukee
09.2022 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Arizona State University