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Olivia Banks

Hudson,Massachusetts

Summary

Newly-licensed English teacher with a proven track record in fostering a positive learning environment and meeting diverse learner needs. Published author and expert in content creation and editing. Proactive, dynamic, and approachable educator with strong content knowledge and interpersonal skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Tutor

Care.com Inc
09.2023 - 05.2024
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Provided constructive feedback on assignments, helping students improve their writing and problem-solving skills.
  • Collaborated with parents to develop appropriate tutoring lessons.

Teacher's Assistant

Framingham State University
09.2023 - 11.2023
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
  • Shared important information with students concerning upcoming assignments and tests.

Student Teacher

Quinn Middle School
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Utilized various teaching techniques and strategies to engage students in learning.
  • Facilitated discussions and activities to promote student collaboration and engagement.
  • Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
  • Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.

Editor-in-Chief

The Onyx Literary Magazine
09.2019 - 05.2021
  • Mentored junior editors and writers, fostering their professional growth and skill development.
  • Enhanced publication quality by implementing rigorous design, editing and proofreading processes.
  • Conducted editorial meetings with staff members to collaborate and review proposed publication suggestions.
  • Established partnerships with relevant organizations and increased readership through strategic event planning.
  • Edited and reviewed content for grammar, spelling and punctuation.
  • Provided concise and constructive editorial feedback to writers to improve article and story writing.
  • Enforced ethical guidelines and standards during the submission selection process.
  • Regularly attended leadership training sessions as a representative of the publication.
  • Managed budget allocation to effectively negotiate with the publishing company.

Education

Master of Education - English 5-12

Framingham State University
Framingham, MA
05.2024

Post-Baccalaureate Teacher's License - English 5-12

Framingham State University
Framingham, MA
05.2023

Bachelor of Arts - English

Framingham State University
Framingham, MA
08.2021

Skills

  • Poetry
  • Creative Writing
  • Essay Writing
  • Content Creation
  • Content Editing & Proofreading
  • Creative Collaboration
  • Interpersonal Skills

Accomplishments

  • Richard Harter Scholar Award, 2020-2021
  • 2nd Place Howard Hirt Literary Award, Spring 2021
  • Honorable Mention for the Marjorie Sparrow Poetry Award, Spring 2021
  • Featured Youth Poet in Plume Poetry 10, September 2022

Publications

"Poolwater," The Onyx, Spring 2020 

"Wringing You Out," The Onyx, Spring 2020 

"Aftershocks," The Onyx, Spring 2020 

"Sometimes (Bullets and Bibles)," The Onyx, Spring 2020

"Love Language," The Onyx, Spring 2021 

"Vessel/ Concave," The Onyx, Spring 2021 

"Lunar Lane," The Onyx, Spring 2021

"DNA Speaks," Impossible Archetype, September 2022 

"Girls," Plume Poetry 10, September 2022

"Sacrament," The Rising Phoenix Review, October 2023

"Dreamsick," The Rising Phoenix Review, October 2023

"Six," Eunoia Review, December 2023

"The Red He Made," Eunoia Review, December 2023


Timeline

Tutor

Care.com Inc
09.2023 - 05.2024

Teacher's Assistant

Framingham State University
09.2023 - 11.2023

Student Teacher

Quinn Middle School
01.2023 - 05.2023

Editor-in-Chief

The Onyx Literary Magazine
09.2019 - 05.2021

Master of Education - English 5-12

Framingham State University

Post-Baccalaureate Teacher's License - English 5-12

Framingham State University

Bachelor of Arts - English

Framingham State University

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