Mya Harrington
Creative Minds Early Learning Center
Waseca,MN
1
Certification
5
years of professional experience
Dedicated educator skilled in classroom management and student engagement. Committed to fostering positive learning environments and enhancing student achievement through effective lesson planning and teamwork.
Work History
Long Term Substitute
10 Months- Developed lesson plans that aligned with curriculum standards and student learning objectives.
- Facilitated classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Collaborated with teachers to monitor student progress and implement effective interventions.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and classroom activities.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
Teacher Assistant/Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
3 Years 3 Months- Supported classroom management by assisting lead teacher with lesson preparations and student activities.
- Supported the lead teacher in developing curriculum materials, ensuring alignment with state standards and educational objectives.
- Created age appropriate lesson plans to help enhance student learning.
After School Care Teacher
1 Year 10 Months- Supervised daily activities, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for students.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Working with students from ages preschool through eighth grade.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Skills
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Multitasking and organization
Classroom management
Creative thinking
Relationship building
Student engagement
Professional ethics
Lesson planning
Accomplishments
1st Grade
Roosevelt Elementary School, Mankato MN.
September 2024-May 2025.
- Collaborated with mentor teacher and staff to create engaging and meaningful lessons.
- Adapted instructional approaches based on mentor feedback to strengthen teaching effectiveness and meet diverse student needs
5th Grade
Tronningeskolan, Halmstad, Sweden.
March 2025-May 2025.
- Collaborated with students and faculty from diverse backgrounds to gain new perspectives on education and learning practices.
- Adapted successfully to new academic, cultural, and social settings, demonstrating flexibility and problem-solving abilities.
- Planned and delivered English language lessons in a Swedish classroom, adapting instruction to meet the needs of multilingual learners.
Certification
CPR
First Aid
Teaching
Timeline
Long Term Substitute
Mankato Area Public Schools
08.2025 - CurrentRead More
Teacher Assistant/Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
Creative Minds Early Learning Center
03.2023 - CurrentRead More
After School Care Teacher
Trinity Lutheran School
10.2021 - 08.2023Read More
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Bachelor of Science from Elementary Education
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