Sophia Spangler

• Assisted lead teacher with snack time, arts and crafts and putting children down for naps.
• Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
• Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
• Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.

Taught swimming, kayaking, canoeing, and rowing merit badge to kids age 11-17 for 4 weeks on Lake Murray for 5 summers in a row (besides 2020). I was in charge of two other instructors as a bundle boss from 2021-2023. I became lifeguard and first aid certified when I turned 15. I helped with campfire program and skit creation, song singing, and evening activities on the lake.

• Taught ages 6 months-12 years how to swim and be comfortable in the water.
• Promoted a fun learning environment through engaging activities and games designed to reinforce essential swimming skills.
• Assessed student skill levels at the beginning of each session to ensure proper class placement and maximize opportunities for growth and development.
• Encouraged parent involvement in their child''s aquatic education through regular communication about progress and upcoming events.
• Took notes strengths and weaknesses of each child in class to track progress.
• Adapted teaching techniques to different learning styles.

• Babysat many ages all across Charlotte.
• Helped at many daycare's' across many churches, mostly elevation church.

• Taught kids ages 5-12 in swimming.
• Adapted teaching techniques to different learning styles.
• Worked as a lifeguard for the pool when swim camp wasn't running.