Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills for educating and providing ongoing instruction to new hires.
Maintaining a positive attitude and providing excellent customer service.
Actively pursued professional growth opportunities to upgrade teaching skills and ensure greater effectiveness.
SIUE in Field Teacher Candidate Experience
Southwestern Illinois College Graphic Communications & Web Development
Edwardsville, IL
08.2023 - 05.2025
Bernard Long Elementary School, 2nd Grade. Fall 2023.
Franklin Elementary School, 5th Grade. Fall 2023.
Parkview Elementary School, 3rd Grade. Spring 2024.
Abraham Lincoln Elementary, 2nd Grade. Fall and Spring 2024-2025.
Teacher
Primrose School of St Charles at Heritage
Saint Peters, MO
02.2023 - 05.2023
Created lesson plans and activities, evaluated student progress, and maintained a positive learning atmosphere.
Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
Sunday School Teacher Volunteer
Hope Christian Church
Columbia, IL
03.2010 - 12.2019
Organized and facilitated Sunday School classes for children ages 4 to 12 years old.
Assisted in the development of lesson plans, activities, and crafts.
Incorporated diverse instructional approaches such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations, and role-playing exercises to enhance learning outcomes.
Teacher Assistant
Lighthouse Learning center
Columbia, IL
04.2014 - 05.2017
Assisted in the development and implementation of lesson plans.
Provided instructional support to teachers in accordance with established curriculum guidelines.
Assisted in the supervision of students during recess, lunch, and other activities.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Education
Southwestern Illinois College
Belleville, IL
12-2019
GED
01-2014
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL
05-2025
Skills
Training and Development: Skilled in new hire training, employee coaching, and curriculum implementation, utilizing data-driven instruction and differentiated learning strategies to meet varied student needs
Customer Service: Ensures excellent guest experiences in restaurant operations
Food Safety: Knowledgeable in safe food handling and allergy awareness
Educational Expertise: Experienced in elementary education with a focus on student-centered learning, fostering critical thinking and creativity through project-based learning and interactive teaching methods
Assessment: Uses assessments to drive student growth
Classroom Management: Fosters a positive and engaging environment
Communication: Encourages open dialogue with parents for student success
Cultural Sensitivity: Promotes inclusivity and respect for diversity
Languages
Russian-Fluent
English-Fluent
Ukrainian-Conversational
Certification
First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
4E Certificate
Mandated Reporter Certificate
Safe Sleep training
Safe Food Handling Certificate - National Restaurant Association.