Summer Dawson
Fleming Island,FL
Summary
Professional educator skilled in creating dynamic, inclusive classroom experiences that drive student success. Adept at leveraging diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs, ensuring comprehensive understanding of material. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in ever-evolving educational settings, with focus on critical thinking and communication.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Prek ASD Teacher
W.E. Cherry Elementary School
Orange Park, FL
08.2022 - Current
- Prek ASD Teacher in a ESE Self Contained Class
- Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmentally Delayed, and with Behavior plans
- Experience in writing IEPs, Trained in Safe Crisis Management
- Have a 5 year temporary teaching certificate for Prek- Primary and 6-12 Social Science
- In the process of getting my teaching certificate by the beginning of the 2025-2026 school year
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Intern
Invo Behavior and Therapy Services
Jacksonville, FL
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Shadowing one on one therapy sessions between client and RBT
- Completing the RBT modules
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
Nanny and Tutor
Nanny
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
02.2021 - 05.2022
- Work for a family with one 2 year old and 2 thirteen year old boys
- The youngest I feed, change, play with, and watch him on a daily basis
- The older boys I tutor and do their homework with them after school
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
Infant Teacher
Gate Parkway Kindercare
Jacksonville, FL
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Worked as an infant teacher where I would close the classroom at the end of the day
- I would have 4 babies at a time and would complete lesson plans, change diapers, give bottles, put babies down for a nap, feed the children, and oversee the classroom decorations
- Stopped working at this job due to my college classes interfering with my work schedule
- Promoted development of social, emotional, and communication skills in infants.
- Managed daily routines efficiently while maintaining flexibility to accommodate any unforeseen changes or challenges throughout the day.
- Kept classroom and feeding areas clean, neat, and safe.
- Maintained a safe, nurturing environment for infants by adhering to health and safety regulations.
Preschool Assistant
Fleming Island Eaglet Childcare
Fleming Island, FL
09.2017 - 06.2019
- Assist students and Teachers with academic material as well as provide supervision in the classroom and on the playground.
- Assisted in preparing nutritious snacks for children while adhering to dietary restrictions when necessary.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Psychology with a minor in early childhood education
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL05.2022
Bachelor Of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Florida Gulf Coast University
Fort Myers, FL05.2020
High School Diploma - undefined
Fleming Island High School
Fleming Island, FL06.2019
St. Johns River State College
Orange Park, FL05.2019
Skills
- Microsoft Softwares
- Able to Multitask
- Social Media
- IEP Writing
- Behavior Plan Writing
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Classroom instruction
- Conflict resolution
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Student-centered learning
- Child development
Accomplishments
3 Years Teaching in a ESE Classroom with Above average rating each year.
Certification
- Teaching Certificate for Prek-Primary as well as 6-12 Social Science.
- Safe Crisis Management
Timeline
Prek ASD Teacher
W.E. Cherry Elementary School
08.2022 - Current
Intern
Invo Behavior and Therapy Services
05.2022 - 08.2022
Nanny and Tutor
Nanny
02.2021 - 05.2022
Infant Teacher
Gate Parkway Kindercare
08.2020 - 02.2021
Preschool Assistant
Fleming Island Eaglet Childcare
09.2017 - 06.2019
Bachelor's degree - Psychology with a minor in early childhood education
University of North Florida
High School Diploma - undefined
Fleming Island High School
Bachelor Of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Florida Gulf Coast University
St. Johns River State College