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Maggie Padon

Fayetteville,AR

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Teacher

Farmington High School
Farmington, AR
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Interned in co-taught and resource settings
  • Delivered tailored mathematical instruction aligned with students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
  • Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans that incorporated various teaching strategies to promote understanding among all students

Student Teacher

McNair Middle School
Fayetteville, AR
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Assisted in a self-contained special education classroom, providing curriculum support, data tracking, medical assistance, and behavior management
  • Trained in discrete trial training and corrective reading/math methodologies
  • Assisted in implementing curriculum modifications and accommodations to foster academic growth and success among students

Caretaker

UCP
Springdale, AR
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Provided care to a boy with cerebral palsy, offering assistance and transportation to everyday activities
  • Developed a deeper understanding of the boys unique needs and provided support to help navigate daily challenges

Vandergriff Elementary After School Cooking Club

Vandergriff Elementary
Fayetteville, AR
01.2022 - 04.2022
  • Assisted elementary school children on how to cook, clean, and practice safety in the kitchen properly through weekly lessons
  • Provided guidance and support to students as they practiced fundamental cooking skills

Camp 512 Counselor

Camp 512
Austin, TX
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Supervised and engaged with children in various camp activities, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience
  • Fostered positive relationships with campers by serving as a role model, mentor, and supportive friend

Education

Bachelor of Science - Special Education

University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR,
05-2024

Volunteer Experience

Special Olympics Volunteer, 2024

  • Assisted with after-school activities for Special Olympics participants, fostering inclusion and community engagement

Service Learning, May-June2023

  • Completed 70 hours of service-learning at Colegio Sagrada Familia Pureza de María and Mírame in Granada, Spain, contributing to global awareness and cultural understanding
  • Collaborated closely with teachers at Colegio Sagrada Familia Pureza de María to support English language instruction for students, while engaging in cross cultural exchange and mutual learning experiences
  • Provided support and care to autistic children enrolled in the Mírame after school program, assisting them with a wide range of activities and tasks

Empower Program, 2021-2022

  • Volunteered weekly to provide one on one support, guidance, and encouragement to students with special needs enrolled at the University of Arkansas
  • Supported the student with their academic, social, and life skills development

Extracurriculars

Kappa Delta Pi, 2022

  • Member of Kappa Delta Pi, the national honor society in education

Empower mentor, 2021-2022: 

  • Provided weekly mentoring to multiple special needs students, promoting academic and personal growth

Timeline

Student Teacher

Farmington High School
01.2024 - 05.2024

Student Teacher

McNair Middle School
08.2023 - 12.2023

Caretaker

UCP
01.2023 - 05.2023

Vandergriff Elementary After School Cooking Club

Vandergriff Elementary
01.2022 - 04.2022

Camp 512 Counselor

Camp 512
06.2021 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Science - Special Education

University of Arkansas
Maggie Padon