Sophia Vanderlaan
Wakefield
Summary
Creative and proactive substitute teacher with a strong focus on student engagement and individualized support. Committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive classroom environment, adapting lessons for varied learning styles to ensure all students thrive.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade
Cumberland School District
Cumberland, RI
01.2026 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade
East Providence School Department
East Providence, RI
01.2026 - Current
- Implemented lesson plans fostering student engagement and participation across diverse learning styles.
- Adapted instructional strategies to address individual student needs and classroom dynamics.
- Collaborated with teachers to maintain classroom management and a positive learning environment.
- Utilized educational technology tools to enhance lesson delivery and student interaction.
- Cultivated a culture of respect within the classroom by modeling appropriate behavior and addressing issues promptly when they arose.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Barista
Fuel Coffee Bar
Narragansett, RI
03.2021 - Current
- Prepared high-quality espresso beverages and specialty drinks according to established recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations, ensuring compliance with health standards.
- Provided exceptional customer service, fostering a welcoming environment for patrons.
- Assisted in training new baristas on beverage preparation and customer interaction techniques.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
- Managed time effectively to balance both front-of-house tasks and back-of-house responsibilities during busy periods.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Rhode Island College
Providence12-2025
Skills
- Classroom management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student engagement
- Positive reinforcement
- Classroom organization
- Group and individual instruction
- Creativity in teaching
- Lesson planning
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade
Cumberland School District
01.2026 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade
East Providence School Department
01.2026 - Current
Barista
Fuel Coffee Bar
03.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Rhode Island College