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Zoe Trudeau

Seattle,WA

Summary

Educational professional skilled in guiding and supporting students through their academic journey. Expertise in developing curriculum and providing individualized instruction. Known for fostering collaborative learning environment and adapting to diverse educational needs.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Graduate Student Teacher

Greenwood Elementary School
09.2024 - Current
  • One-year student teaching alongside mentor teacher in 2nd/3rd-grade classroom, gradually increasing time spent in classroom, eventually taking the role of lead teacher for six weeks to utilize teaching skills obtained
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards, such as creating a Properties of Materials Science unit around investigating and modeling Native American homes
  • Adapted lesson plans for students of all levels by incorporating visual aids, language tools, and anchor charts, ensuring accessibility while maintaining high cognitive load
  • Managed alongside mentor teacher to create an inclusive, respectful classroom environment rooted in equity, empathy, and student empowerment by setting classroom goals, creating a class charter, and conducting classroom meetings

Intern Teacher

Spruce Street School
09.2022 - 06.2024
  • Taught 2nd/3rd grade ('22-'23) and 4th/5th grade ('23-'24), working alongside mentor teachers while refining instructional skills
  • Collaborated with a three-person teaching team to develop an integrated curriculum highlighting social-emotional growth and a diverse community of learners
  • Maintained strong parent communication through weekly newsletters, narrative reports, conferences, and direct collaboration with doctors and therapists
  • Directed annual class plays (The Epic of Gilgamesh & Twelfth Night), fostering confidence and creative expression in students through theater arts
  • Led small-group spelling and math instruction using Wired for Reading and Fact Fluency to support differentiated learning
  • Implemented Second Step curriculum to foster emotional regulation, empathy, and conflict resolution
  • Designed and facilitated six multi-age elective courses for K-5 students, promoting interdisciplinary exploration and creativity

Extended Day Teacher

Spruce Street School
09.2018 - 06.2022
  • Co-developed after-school program activities and schedules with a diverse team, leading large groups in engaging activities that foster creativity, social-emotional growth, and positive relationships

Education

Masters in Teaching - Elementary Teachers Education Program

University of Washington
Seattle, WA
06.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Humanities for Teaching, Psychology minor

Seattle University
Seattle, WA
06.2022

Skills

  • Student engagement
  • Feedback provision
  • Collaborative learning

Professional References

  • Briel Schmitz, Head of School at Spruce Street School, briels@sprucestreetschool.org
  • Kellie Wong, Mentor Teacher at Greenwood Elementary School, kmstrupp@seattleschools.org
  • Erin Taylor, Principal at Greenwood Elementary School, ektaylor@seattleschools.org

Professional Development

  • SPS Emergency Substitute Certificate, 01/01/25, 06/30/27
  • Wired for Reading: linguistics-based program for reading, spelling, and vocabulary, Beginning Course, 07/01/22, Intermediate Course, 10/01/23
  • NWAIS Fall Educators Conference, Fall 2022, Fall 2023
  • Bloodborne Pathogens and First Aid Certification, 2018, 2020, 2022
  • CPR and AED Training and Certification, 09/01/23

Certification

  • Elementary Teaching License - To receive at completion of MiT
  • Certified Emergency Substitute, Seattle Public Schools - Jan 2025-July 2027
  • Wired For Reading Training - July 2022 and October 2023

Timeline

Graduate Student Teacher

Greenwood Elementary School
09.2024 - Current

Intern Teacher

Spruce Street School
09.2022 - 06.2024

Extended Day Teacher

Spruce Street School
09.2018 - 06.2022

Masters in Teaching - Elementary Teachers Education Program

University of Washington

Bachelor of Arts - Humanities for Teaching, Psychology minor

Seattle University

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