McKayla Brennan
Bethlehem,PA
Summary
Compassionate Substitute Teacher with distinguished knowledge of child development. Skilled at working closely with students to maintain progression and control behavioral issues. Committed to keeping up with lesson plans while keeping classrooms fun.
Energetic and adaptable, bringing positive attitude and commitment to student success. Well-versed in educational techniques and classroom management, with strong communication. Dedicated to creating supportive learning environment and fostering academic growth.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Bethlehem Area School District
03.2024 - Current
- Managed classrooms in the absence of the lead teacher across various grade levels
- Maintained a productive and safe environment
- Implemented established lesson plans and classroom procedures
Member
America Reads
03.2022 - Current
- Provided academic support to elementary students in small group settings
- Reinforced classroom learning and assisted with literacy development
Field Experience
Paxinosa Elementary
09.2025 - 11.2025
- Taught students in small groups
- Planned and executed lessons
Intern
Lehigh Valley Summerbridge
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Supported teachers across multiple classrooms
- Led middle school lessons and assisted with classroom activities
- Built rapport with students through hands on support and observation
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
Field Experience
William Penn Elementary, 5th Grade
02.2025 - 04.2025
- Led small group instruction
- Supported classroom learning and observed differentiated teaching strategies
Community School Fellow
William Penn Elementary
09.2023 - 04.2025
- Facilitated lunch bunch groups to support student attendance and engagement
- Collaborated with community partners to meet student and family needs
- Assessed students' progress and provided feedback to enhance learning.
Field Experience
William Penn Elementary, Emotional Support
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Aided students in small group math instruction
- Observed social emotional learning strategies in practice
Education
Post-Baccalaureate Early Childhood Education Certification - Education
Moravian University
Bethlehem, PA12-2026
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences Occupational Therapy, Minor in Education
Moravian University
Bethlehem, PA05.2025
Skills
- Communication: Team collaboration, student engagement, community outreach
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Classroom Support: small group instruction, behavior observation, lesson planning
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Quick learner
- Computer skills
Timeline
Field Experience
Paxinosa Elementary
09.2025 - 11.2025
Intern
Lehigh Valley Summerbridge
06.2025 - 07.2025
Field Experience
William Penn Elementary, 5th Grade
02.2025 - 04.2025
Substitute Teacher
Bethlehem Area School District
03.2024 - Current
Community School Fellow
William Penn Elementary
09.2023 - 04.2025
Field Experience
William Penn Elementary, Emotional Support
02.2023 - 04.2023
Member
America Reads
03.2022 - Current
Post-Baccalaureate Early Childhood Education Certification - Education
Moravian University
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences Occupational Therapy, Minor in Education
Moravian University