Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
EDUCATION RELATED EXPERIENCE
Certification
Timeline
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Olivia Groce

Pinckney,MI

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Independent Childcare Provider

Various Families
Various Locations, MI
07.2018 - Current
  • Planned and led age-appropriate activities to support emotional, social, and cognitive development
  • Ensured child safety at all times, communicated effectively with parents, and adapted care to meet each family's specific needs
  • Delivered dependable childcare for multiple families, fostering a safe and nurturing environment for children of all ages
  • Prepared meals, supported homework completion, and established consistent routines to enhance children's daily structure
  • Cultivated long-term, trusted relationships with families through professionalism, reliability, and attentive care

Caregiver

Comfort Keepers
Dexter, Michigan
11.2025 - Current
  • Supported clients in daily living activities and personal care tasks to promote independence and comfort.
  • Delivered companionship and emotional support to foster positive client relationships and improve overall well-being.
  • Engaged with families to update on client needs and progress, ensuring coordinated care and support.

Store Associate

DSW
Brighton, Michigan
01.2022 - 03.2023
  • Guided customers in selecting footwear and accessories to enhance their shopping experience.
  • Stocked and organized inventory to maintain availability of fresh merchandise.
  • Partnered with team members to meet and exceed daily operational goals.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary & Early Childhood Teaching And Learning

Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI
05-2026

Skills

  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Classroom management
  • Lesson planning
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Technology: Google proficient, Google Classroom, Canva, Classroom Dojo

EDUCATION RELATED EXPERIENCE

Pinckney Community Schools -Student Teacher
Pinckney, Michigan
01/2026 - 04/2026

  • Developed interactive lesson plans that fostered active student engagement and
    participation.
  • Implemented instructional strategies to support diverse learning needs.
  • Conducted assessments to monitor and enhance student understanding and
    progress.
  • Supported lead teacher in managing classroom dynamics and addressing
    student behavior issues.
  • Collaborated with parents to discuss and strategize improvements in student
    performance and behavior.
  • Organized classroom materials and resources for daily lessons.

Practicums

01/2025 - 12/2025

Ypsilanti International Elementary School: 60 Hours

  • Observed a third-grade classroom with 23 students, created and implemented a social studies and math lesson.

Children's Institute EMU: 36 Hours

  • Observed teaching of high-scope curriculum from one lead and three teaching staff; created and implemented two lesson plans and led teaching day for a 3- hour practicum for 15 students.

Bishop Elementary School: 60 Hours

  • Observed a Spanish immersion first grade classroom, created and implemented a math lesson and read aloud.

Eastern Michigan University Children's Institute - Student Employee

Ypsilanti, Michigan

04/2025 - 07/2025

  • Implemented age-appropriate activities using educational toys, enhancing children's learning and engagement.
  • Supported special activities like art projects, music, and storytelling, enriching children's creative experiences.
  • Fostered nurturing environment that enhanced children's social and emotional development.
  • Maintained clean, safe classroom environment, ensuring well-being of all children.

Certification

  • MTTC Lower Elementary (PK–3) Education (117–120): Scheduled April 2026
  • MTTC Upper Elementary (3–6) Education (121–124): Scheduled May 2026

Timeline

Caregiver

Comfort Keepers
11.2025 - Current

Store Associate

DSW
01.2022 - 03.2023

Independent Childcare Provider

Various Families
07.2018 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Elementary & Early Childhood Teaching And Learning

Eastern Michigan University
Olivia Groce