Sofia Batchie
Sarasota
Summary
Enthusiastic educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments, and effectively manages student behavior. Passionate elementary school teacher with background in creating engaging and inclusive classroom environments. Skilled in developing innovative lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles, ensuring all students feel valued and motivated. Strong ability to connect with students, fostering a positive and dynamic learning atmosphere. Committed to making significant contributions to overall student growth and academic success through compassionate teaching and effective communication.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Second Grade Teacher
Imagine Schools Palmer Ranch
Sarasota
12.2023 - Current
- Actively participated in staff development workshops designed to improve teaching skills.
- Encouraged creativity by giving students choices in learning topics and methods.
- Utilized instructional materials, such as books, multimedia sources, and manipulatives to enhance student learning.
- Maintained positive classroom culture through behavior management techniques.
- Monitored student behavior and implemented interventions when necessary.
Summer Classroom Teacher- 1st Grade
Elmsford Day Camp
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Worked with children of varying interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Mediated camper conflicts to resolve problems and maintain positive and safe camp environments.
- Communicated with families to keep parents informed on child's camp experience and address any concerns or issues.
- Encouraged and promoted inclusion and diversity to foster positive and respectful camp environment and teach campers to appreciate and value differences.
- Implemented camp activities fostering physical, social, and emotional growth.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
Building Substitute
West Patent Elementary School
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to students, parents, and school administrators.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans for students with challenging behavior.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in the classroom.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain a positive learning environment in a classroom of about 20 students.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments, and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed the classroom plans left by the class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Incorporated technology into learning to enhance student engagement and learning.
Intern
West Patent Elementary School
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment
- Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher
- Taught students on hybrid platform both in person and virtually
- Substituted for head teacher different class levels ranging from Kindergarten to Fifth grade
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Manhattanville College
Purchase, New York05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Manhattanville College
Purchase, NY05.2020
Skills
- Creative
- Multitasking
- Time management
- Task-oriented
- Hardworking
- Detail-oriented
- Organized
- Parent and student communication
- Student-Centered Learning
- Technology Integration
- Classroom management
- Innovative Lesson Planning
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Second Grade Teacher
Imagine Schools Palmer Ranch
12.2023 - Current
Summer Classroom Teacher- 1st Grade
Elmsford Day Camp
06.2023 - 08.2023
Building Substitute
West Patent Elementary School
01.2022 - 06.2023
Intern
West Patent Elementary School
09.2020 - 06.2021
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Manhattanville College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Manhattanville College
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