Olivia Griffith
Greenville,SC
Summary
Caring elementary school teacher with a background in special education in a Catholic school setting. Passionate about Christocentric learning and development of character. Pursuing opportunities in part-time and full-time positions to facilitate classroom instruction and child development.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Teacher, Grade 2
Holy Rosary-St. Richard Catholic School
Cutler Bay, FL
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Delivered engaging lessons to all students in the class.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Identified student needs and collaborated with faculty to resolve social, cognitive or behavioral challenges.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with parents to support student progress and development.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching practices.
Volunteer Catechist
Holy Rosary-St. Richard Catholic School
Cutler Bay, FL
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Instructed and engaged students from grades 3 to 8 in after-school sacramental preparation sessions.
- Collaborated with fellow catechists to plan and implement curriculum.
- Maintained appropriate record-keeping to comply with diocesan policies.
Special Education Teacher, Grade 6
Holy Rosary-St. Richard Catholic School
Cutler Bay, FL
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Developed individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching practices.
- Collaborated with parents and caregivers to address student progress and concerns.
Substitute Teacher
MIAMI DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLSi
Miami, FL
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Exceptional Student Education K-12
Florida International University
Miami, FL05-2020
Skills
- Collaborative teaching
- Religious instruction
- Elementary education
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Google Slides
- One-on-one instructional support
Certification
- FL Professional Teaching Certification (2020-2025)
- Currently pursuing certification in South Carolina
Affiliations
- Leadership in Young Adult Ministry
- Formerly a leader in College Campus Ministry
Timeline
Volunteer Catechist
Holy Rosary-St. Richard Catholic School
10.2023 - 05.2024
Elementary Teacher, Grade 2
Holy Rosary-St. Richard Catholic School
08.2022 - 06.2024
Special Education Teacher, Grade 6
Holy Rosary-St. Richard Catholic School
08.2021 - 06.2022
Substitute Teacher
MIAMI DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLSi
Bachelor of Science - Exceptional Student Education K-12
Florida International University