Sofia Best
Falls Church,VA
Summary
Caring Teacher with strong communication skills and drive to excite students about learning. Specializing 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
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher, Elementary School
Bonnie Brae Elementary School
Fairfax , VA
2024.08 - Current
- I have student taught at Bonnie Brae twice now, first in 2nd grade, and now in 6th grade.
- Mentored and tutored students in a variety of educational topics.
- Developed lesson plans and activities to engage students in the learning process.
- Collaborated with faculty members to discuss student progress and develop strategies for improvement.
- Conducted classroom observations to assess student performance.
- Facilitated group discussions among students on relevant topics.
- Evaluated student work, provided feedback, and tracked their progress over time.
- Monitored student behavior during class sessions and field trips.
- Created interactive presentations using multimedia resources such as videos, slideshows.
- Encouraged positive relationships between students by promoting collaboration within groups.
- Incorporated technology into lessons when appropriate to enhance engagement.
- Integrated hands-on activities into instruction whenever possible.
Teacher
MyGym Children's Fitness Center
Alexandria , VA
2022.11 - Current
- I teach children aged 7 months to 10 years old. We work on body development skills at the gym, as well as, play games, do puppet shows, hold birthday parties, and get involved with songs and dances. This job allows me to lead and assist classes and help students with their developmental growth while encouraging meaningful play.
Server
Primetime Sports Bar and Grille
Fairfax , VA
2020.11 - 2021.12
- Greeted guests and provided menus.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Assisted in training new servers.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Checked food before serving it to customers.
- Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
- Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
- Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies..
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
George Mason University
Fairfax, VASkills
- Small Group Instruction
- Classroom Instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
- Group Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Faculty Collaboration
- Classroom Management
- Patience
- Multi-tasking
- Technology Integration
- Blackboard Software
- Student-Centered Learning
- Public Speaking
- Critical Thinking
- Family involvement
- Child Development
Affiliations
- Theater/Drama
- Volleyball
- Snowboarding
- Traveling
Accomplishments
- Deans list
Certification
- CPR/First Aid Trained
Timeline
Student Teacher, Elementary School
Bonnie Brae Elementary School
2024.08 - Current
Teacher
MyGym Children's Fitness Center
2022.11 - Current
Server
Primetime Sports Bar and Grille
2020.11 - 2021.12
- CPR/First Aid Trained
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
George Mason University
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