As a dedicated educator with a deep passion for fostering engaging and effective learning experiences, I am excited about the opportunity to contribute my expertise in curriculum design and language arts education.
Throughout my career, I have witnessed the transformative power of personalized learning, and I am drawn to creating innovative products that positively impact learners and educators. My educational background includes a Master’s in the Art of Teaching for Elementary Education with an add-on Special Education Endorsement. My experience in literacy education, teaching, tutoring, and mentoring have equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of language arts education. I am well-versed in designing clear, engaging, and interactive learning problems that cater to diverse age groups and skill levels.
The challenges in developing online English Language Arts content for K-12 students are multifaceted. It involves striking a balance between educational rigor and engaging content, adapting materials to meet diverse learning styles, and ensuring alignment with educational standards. Drawing upon my background and skill set, I am equipped to address these challenges by crafting age-appropriate content that fosters both comprehension and critical thinking. My ability to think strategically and creatively will allow me to design curriculum and instructional content that resonate with students while meeting educational objectives.
I am highly detail-oriented and possess exceptional written and spoken communication skills.
Some highlights from my current and past job experiences include:
β’ Producing and implementing learning objectives, lesson plans, and quizzes for classes and
session sizes ranging from 1-25 students in grades Kindergarten through 5th grade
β’ Fostering student excitement, motivation, and curiosity through building positive
relationships and encouragement
β’ Effective communication, collaboration, and adaptability to meet curriculum objectives
and Common Core State Standards of school districts within the scope of my role
β’ Certified Keys to Literacy Comprehension Coach
Exercise Science/Kinesiology
Major: Elementary Education (Commonwealth of Virginia Postgraduate Professional License: Elementary Education PreK-6)
Add-on Special Education Endorsement
(Pennsylvania Instructional I: Elementary Education PreK-4)
-Conceptualizes and composes ELA content for advanced and low-performing students focusing on foundational skills instruction, writing, and reading comprehension skill lessons following Common Core State Standards for grades Kindergarten through 5th grade for over 20 different schools for 4 different districts
-Tutors varying sized groups of diverse learners providing individualized instruction and instructional support in Math and ELA for grades Kindergarten through 8th grade producing academic improvements among students
-Communicates and collaborates with other team members on a consistent basis to meet curriculum objectives of districts
-Produces and implements multiple lesson plans, projects, and authentic assessments for classes of 20-25 students consisting of English Language Learners and students with disabilities
-Fosters student curiosity and excitement through hands-on and maker-centered learning activities
-Exhibits strong classroom and behavior management skills in classrooms Kindergarten through 5th grade
-Experienced Mentor and Coach for “Girls on the Run” after-school program
-Creates lesson plans and activities to further develop and strengthen relationships between children and their mothers
-Maintains excellent parent and guardian communication regarding daily activities, behaviors, and related issues.
-Develops age-appropriate activities to engage children and foster learning.
-Over 135 hours of observation, assistance, and teaching experience within Kindergarten, 4th, 5th, 6th, and Special Education classrooms
-Generates and teaches Math, Literacy, and STEM lessons in Elementary, Middle, and Special Education classrooms
-Reviews classroom or curricula topics and assignments while assisting students with homework, projects, research and other academic tasks
-Provides private instruction to individual students to improve academic performance.
-Provides feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage, motivate, and build confidence in students.