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Natalie CRAIG

Natalie CRAIG

Detroit,MI

Summary

Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Interim Teacher

Harper Woods District
09.2019 - Current

ENGLISH, LANGAUGE, ARTS TEACHER

Harper Woods Middle School

2019-2021

BUSINESS ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Harper Woods Middle School

2021-2023

FINANCIAL LITERACY

Harper Woods Middle School

2023-2024


  • Creating and providing lesson plans that support students in material to advance through instruction.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
  • Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.

Choreographer

Detroit Youth Choir
01.2019 - Current
  • Adapted choreography as needed based on performer abilities or technical limitations of venues.
  • Choreographed performances for individuals and groups.
  • Developed new choreography for shows and organized rehearsals with team members.
  • Composed sequences of steps and moves for dancers.

Front Desk Receptionist

Quality Inn Hotel
09.2019 - 09.2023
  • Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
  • Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
  • Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed appointments and meetings.
  • Delivered outstanding first impressions by warmly greeting visitors upon arrival at the front desk.

Education

Master of Arts - Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
10-2023

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration (Conc Hospitality)

Central State University
Wilberforce, OH
05-2016

Skills

  • Ability to work independently
  • Team leadership
  • Multi-tasking
  • Time management
  • Organizational skills
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Presentation excellence
  • Cognitive and behavioral development
  • Flexible and adaptive
  • Excellent classroom management
  • Creative lesson planning
  • Team building
  • Student Motivation
  • Collaborative learning
  • Ability to problem solve

References

  • Shalayla Williams

Detroit Public Schools Community District 

Educational Consultant

313-9790331

  • Dr.Virgil Goodwine

Wilberforce University

Chair of Digital Humanities Media and Performing Arts 

937-376-1486

  • Daniel Valentine

Detroit College Access Network

Professional Development Program Manager

313-212-7715

  • Nic South

Harper Woods Middle School

Vice Principal

586-343-1830

  • Anthony White

Detroit Youth Choir 

Artistic Director 

586-733-0881





Timeline

Front Desk Receptionist

Quality Inn Hotel
09.2019 - 09.2023

Interim Teacher

Harper Woods District
09.2019 - Current

Choreographer

Detroit Youth Choir
01.2019 - Current

Master of Arts - Education

Grand Canyon University

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration (Conc Hospitality)

Central State University
Natalie CRAIG