Natalie Buravlov
Denver,CO
Summary
Dynamic 8th Grade English Language Arts Teacher at Aurora Hills Middle School, skilled in data-driven instruction and differentiation. Proven track record in fostering student engagement and academic discourse, utilizing formative assessments to enhance literacy outcomes. Adept at collaborating in Professional Learning Communities to drive instructional improvements and support diverse learners.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
8th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Aurora Hills Middle School
Aurora, USA
07.2025 - Current
- Plan and deliver standards-aligned literacy instruction (Colorado Academic Standards, Common Core).
- Design units focused on literary analysis, argument writing, vocabulary development, and academic discourse.
- Use formative and summative assessment data (i-Ready, writing rubrics, unit assessments) to monitor student growth.
- Differentiate instruction for multilingual learners, students with IEPs, and varied reading levels.
- Implement structured writing instruction including short constructed responses and extended writing tasks.
- Foster positive classroom culture using restorative practices and clear behavior expectations.
- Collaborate in Professional Learning Communities (PLC) to analyze data and improve instruction.
- Communicate with families regarding academic progress and student support plans.
- Aurora Public Schools
Volleyball Coach
Elevation Volleyball Club
11.2024 - Current
- Facilitate skill development, goal setting, and athlete progress monitoring.
- Conduct player conferences with athletes and families.
- Promote teamwork, accountability, and leadership.
Intern
U.S. Department of State
Budapest, Hungary
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Conduct research and draft written materials supporting international education initiatives.
- Assist with cross-cultural communication and program coordination.
- Develop professional writing, organization, and collaboration skills in global setting.
- Intern (Budapest, Hungary)
Coach / Trainer
Gold Medal Squared
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Deliver research-based instructional training using progression-based coaching methods.
- Provide individualized feedback to support skill acquisition.
- Collaborate with coaching teams to design practice plans.
Education
Alternative Teacher Licensure Program -
Metropolitan State University
Denver, CO05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies; Politics & Government, History
Ohio Wesleyan University
Delaware, OH05-2025
Skills
- Standards-Aligned Instruction
- Curriculum Development
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Differentiation
- Literacy Intervention
- Classroom Management
- Restorative Practices
- Culturally Responsive Teaching
- Formative Assessment
- PLC Collaboration
- Student Engagement
- Academic Discourse
- Writing Instruction
- Progress Monitoring
- Family Communication
- Google Workspace
- Canvas
- I-Ready Data Analysis
- Student Data Tracking Systems
- Presentation Design Tools
Certification
Colorado Teaching License, 6-12 English Language Arts, Social Studies- In Progress
Leadership And Coaching Experience
- Volleyball Coach, Elevation Volleyball Club, 01/24, Present, Facilitate skill development, goal setting, and athlete progress monitoring., Conduct player conferences with athletes and families., Promote teamwork, accountability, and leadership.
- Coach / Trainer, Gold Medal Squared, 01/22, 12/24, Deliver research-based instructional training using progression-based coaching methods., Provide individualized feedback to support skill acquisition., Collaborate with coaching teams to design practice plans.
Timeline
8th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
Aurora Hills Middle School
07.2025 - Current
Volleyball Coach
Elevation Volleyball Club
11.2024 - Current
Intern
U.S. Department of State
02.2024 - 06.2024
Coach / Trainer
Gold Medal Squared
01.2022 - 01.2024
Alternative Teacher Licensure Program -
Metropolitan State University
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies; Politics & Government, History
Ohio Wesleyan University