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Riley Park

Canton

Summary

Dynamic educator with experience at Laingsburg Elementary, adept at lesson planning and culturally responsive teaching. Successfully enhanced student engagement through innovative literacy units and restorative practices. Proficient in utilizing technology for instruction, while fostering collaboration and effective communication among students and families. Committed to supporting diverse learning needs and promoting social-emotional growth.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Field Placement

Laingsburg Elementary
Laingsburg
08.2024 - 04.2025
  • Established strong relationships with fourth-grade students to enhance classroom dynamics
  • Planned and delivered comprehensive lessons in literacy, mathematics, social studies, and science
  • Developed an integrated social studies and literacy unit focused on Michigan geography and poetry structures
  • Implemented restorative circle discussions to foster social and emotional learning
  • Adapted lesson plans and assessments to meet diverse learning needs
  • Observed classroom management strategies and various instructional practices for continuous improvement
  • Attended professional development meetings focusing on social emotional practices and curriculum enhancements to foster literacy development
  • Published a weekly classroom newsletter to connect families to student learning
  • Volunteered in an after school program that supported student care
  • Worked individually with students with ASD to support academic routines and build social skills

K-12 Engagement Team Intern

Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum
East Lansing
09.2022 - 06.2024
  • Facilitated group discussions on diverse art pieces to enhance student engagement
  • Organized materials and activities for educational events, such as Family Day
  • Collaborated with interns to create interactive activities for student tour groups
  • Designed personalized art projects encouraging student reflection on exhibit themes
  • Applied visual thinking strategies and critical instructional practices for artwork analysis

Field Placement

Cornell Elementary
Okemos
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • Contributed to English language-learning program supporting multilingual students in lower elementary grades
  • Designed and delivered vocabulary lessons for first grade students, enhancing phonological awareness
  • Monitored instructional strategies that promote culturally sensitive language acquisition
  • Achieved proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Document Camera, Digital Projector, SMART board, and Interactive Whiteboard

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Michigan State University
East Lansing, Michigan
05.2025

High School Diploma -

Salem High School
Canton
06-2021

Skills

  • Lesson planning
  • Classroom management
  • Culturally responsive teaching
  • Student engagement
  • Effective communication
  • Collaboration skills
  • Assessment designs
  • Time Management

Certification

Michigan Elementary Standard Certificate, Grades 3-6 All Subjects

References

  • Sarah Stevens, Fourth Grade Elementary Teacher, Laingsburg Elementary School, (517) 896-2159, sarah.stevens@laingsburg.k12.mi.us
  • Meghan Collins, Museum Educator: K-12 and Family Programs, (517) 884-4802, mcollins@msu.edu
  • Additional references available upon request

Awards

  • Dean's List, 2022-2024, Michigan State University
  • Academic Scholarship

Accomplishments

  • Awarded Dean's List (2022-2025)
  • Awarded Academic Scholarship (2022-2025)
  • Received Gold Award in Girl Scouts (2020)

Affiliations

  • Social Media and Engagement Manger for Art History Association (2022-2023)
  • Member of the MSU Squirrel Watching Club

Timeline

Field Placement

Laingsburg Elementary
08.2024 - 04.2025

Field Placement

Cornell Elementary
01.2024 - 04.2024

K-12 Engagement Team Intern

Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum
09.2022 - 06.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Michigan State University

High School Diploma -

Salem High School

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