Makela Simpson
Summary
Dynamic and empathetic educator with proven expertise in classroom management and curriculum development. Excelled at Trevor Day School by enhancing student leadership and implementing effective lesson plans. Demonstrated strong communication and patience, significantly contributing to student growth. Skilled in project planning and time management, ready to bring dedication and innovative teaching methods to your team.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Assistant for Nursery-1st Grade
Trevor Day School
04.2024 - 06.2024
I assisted teachers who work with grades Nursery-1st grade in their classrooms. My responsibilities included monitoring the students, helping them use the bathroom, and helping in the classroom. I also worked during after-school hours where my responsibilities included organizing games for the children, providing snacks, monitoring them, and signing them out when their parents picked them up.
Youth Gymnastics Coach
Chelsea Piers
06.2022 - 08.2022
Coached kids ages 3-5 to improve their gymnastics skills through summer camp. Facilitated gymnastics movements, and supported students through their developmental stages. Assisted students with social-emotional episodes. Checked students in and out of the program. Worked with coaches to plan lessons and assigned coaches based on the personality of students.
Cheerleading Assistant Coach
Trevor Day School
03.2022 - 03.2022
Volunteered to work for three weeks to help elementary school kids improve their dance and cheer skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05-2028
High School Diploma -
Trevor Day School
New York, NY06-2024
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Student assessment
- Student leadership
- Public speaking
- Patience and empathy
- Strong communication skills
- Active listening
- Schedule management
- Time Management
- Project Planning
Accomplishments
NYU High School Law Institute Program
Program I participated and graduated in the New York University High School Law Institute (“HSLI”) which is a student-run organization that serves talented and motivated high school students throughout New York City. Alongside their sister program at Columbia Law School, they offer free, yearlong academic programming in constitutional law, criminal law, and speech and debate on Saturdays from 10 AM to 1 PM
Timeline
Teacher Assistant for Nursery-1st Grade
Trevor Day School
04.2024 - 06.2024
Youth Gymnastics Coach
Chelsea Piers
06.2022 - 08.2022
Cheerleading Assistant Coach
Trevor Day School
03.2022 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
Pennsylvania State University
High School Diploma -
Trevor Day School
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