Caring Teacher with strong communication skills and drive to excite students about learning. Passionate in creating stimulating environments that help students achieve full potential and enjoy learning. Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher, 4th Grade
Pointview Elementary School
Westerville, Ohio
08.2024 - Current
Fostered positive classroom environment, enhancing student participation and collaboration.
Implemented effective classroom management strategies to maintain focus and discipline.
Communicated with parents about student performance and classroom activities to support student growth.
Communicated regularly with colleagues regarding best practices for instruction and intervention planning.
Westerville City Schools
Nanny/Babysitter
Rhodebeck Family
Sunbury, Ohio
05.2024 - Current
Supported children's learning goals by assisting with summer schoolwork and educational tasks.
Facilitated communication with parents about children's daily activities and needs to ensure alignment.
Established trust with family and child through open and supportive interactions.
Student Teacher, 2nd Grade
Betty Jane CLC Elementary School
Akron, OH
01.2024 - 05.2024
Created assessments tailored to diverse learning styles and curriculum objectives, enhancing student progress tracking through formal and informal measures.
Crafted an informative newsletter for parents/guardians that highlighted key moments in the classroom, strengthening family engagement in student learning.
Designed and implemented dynamic lesson plans that incorporated many different instructional strategies, technology, and differentiated instruction for all learners.
Implemented effective classroom management strategies that fostered a positive learning community, promoting student success through clear expectations and positive reinforcement.
Akron Public Schools
Field Student, 3rd & 4th Grade Blended
Avondale Elementary School
North Canton, OH
08.2023 - 12.2023
Differentiated lessons based on students' needs, ensuring student engagement and comprehension.
Communicated with my mentor and students by giving clear instructions, asking questions, and collaborating with both.
Applied feedback from my mentor and supervisor to enhance my work and execute professional growth.
Plain Local Schools
Nanny/Babysitter
Young Family
Galena, OH
05.2023 - 08.2023
Created strong relationships with the children to acquire their trust and care while caring for them each day.
Engaged the children in games, big body play, academic learning, and more each day.
Communicated with the parents to ensure the children were given great opportunities to learn, play, and have fun on their summer break.
Teaching Assistant
Child Development Center
Kent, OH
01.2021 - 05.2023
Collaborated with staff to create an inclusive environment for students.
Developed a flexible working schedule to address changing demands.
Supported classroom management by maintaining a positive and engaging environment.
Facilitated communication between parents and staff regarding children's progress.
Nanny/Babysitter
Barrett Family
Westerville, OH
04.2019 - 08.2021
Built strong relationships with children to establish trust and provide attentive care.
Engaged children in daily games, big body play, and academic activities to foster development and enjoyment.
Communicated with the parents to ensure the children were given great opportunities to learn, play, and have fun on their summer break.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education, Early Childhood Education
Kent State University
Kent, OH
05-2024
International Baccalaureate Certificate - Teaching and Learning
05-2024
Skills
Classroom management
Curriculum alignment
Student assessment
Lesson planning
Time management
Conflict resolution
Communication skills
Certification
Ohio Resident Educator, Early Childhood Education, Pk-5, 05/24, 057 Assessment of Professional Knowledge Primary Education PK-5, 055 Primary Education (PK-5), 190 Foundations of Reading
International Baccalaureate Certificate in Teaching and Learning, 05/24
Leadership Experience
Building Leadership Team, 24-25 and 25-26 School Year, Westerville, OH, This team met bi-weekly, or weekly to champion a collaborative, passionate, and trusting culture where all staff and students feel valued and empowered to grow.
MTSS Leadership Team, 24-25 and 25-26 School Year, Westerville, OH, This team met monthly to review watch lists and progress monitoring data. We helped identify what students were needed to discuss at staff meetings and who should be in groups to have the most impactful conversation.
Senior Advisor, 08/23-05/24, Kent Student Education Association Executive Board, Kent, OH, Established relationships with the other board members to gain their trust to confide in me when conflicts arise., Utilized conflict management skills to support the other board members and mediate and solve issues within the board.
Public Relations Coordinator, 01/23-05/23, Kent Student Education Association Executive Board, Kent, OH, Created and managed different social media outlets to promote and remind members of upcoming events.
Student Success Leader, 08/21-12/21, First-Year Experience Teaching Assistant, Kent, OH, Planned different lessons to educate students on how to adjust to being a first-year student in college., Established relationships and supported students while they navigated the transition to college.
Accomplishments
Educator of the Year Nominee: 24-25
Timeline
Teacher, 4th Grade
Pointview Elementary School
08.2024 - Current
Nanny/Babysitter
Rhodebeck Family
05.2024 - Current
Student Teacher, 2nd Grade
Betty Jane CLC Elementary School
01.2024 - 05.2024
Field Student, 3rd & 4th Grade Blended
Avondale Elementary School
08.2023 - 12.2023
Nanny/Babysitter
Young Family
05.2023 - 08.2023
Teaching Assistant
Child Development Center
01.2021 - 05.2023
Nanny/Babysitter
Barrett Family
04.2019 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Education, Early Childhood Education
Kent State University
International Baccalaureate Certificate - Teaching and Learning
Teacher, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, and 4th Grade at Lafayette Parish School BoardTeacher, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, and 4th Grade at Lafayette Parish School Board