2nd Grade Teacher

• Aug 2020 - Present

Teacher

• Jan 2020 - Jun 2020

Helping every child realize their full potential in a rigorous and loving environment. Teach the fifth grade English Language Development (ELD) block to build fluency for English language learners. Plan and facilitate multi-tier support services (MTSS) for small groups in fluency and phonics. Lead guided reading groups. Helping every child realize their full potential in a rigorous and loving environment. Teach the fifth grade English Language Development (ELD) block to build fluency for English language learners. Plan and facilitate multi-tier support services (MTSS) for small groups in fluency and phonics. Lead guided reading groups.

International Development Consultant

• Aug 2019 - Jan 2020

Director of International Development

• Jul 2016 - Aug 2019

Work alongside local vocational school staff to improve administrative policies and procedures. Organize and implement both group and one-on-one teacher training to ensure high-quality curriculum and instruction. Monitor impact and school sustainability by collecting and analyzing student, department, and schoolwide data. Host international visitors and volunteers to familiarize them with the work of WAVS and culture of Guinea-Bissau. Partner with Guinea-Bissau government as well as other local and international NGOs to achieve shared goals and increase capacity. Coordinate with the US-based staff to share student stories, financial data, and keep them informed on operations in-country. Show less

Kindergarten Teacher

• Aug 2009 - Jun 2014

Used curriculum, collaborative planning, and student centered approaches to instill a love of lifelong learning in each child while covering statewide and national standards. Leader of the Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS) team. Implemented a new FOSS science program. Integrated technology for enhanced learning. Designed curriculum for and taught remedial literacy, cultural, and enrichment after-school courses. Professional development in Daily 5 & CAFE, Quantum Learning, 8 Keys of Excellence, Working on the Work, Backwards Design, and SMARTBoard Show less

World Race

• Jul 2011 - Jun 2012

Traveled to 11 countries (Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Albania, Romania, South Africa, Swaziland, Mozambique, Thailand, Cambodia, Malaysia) in 11 months volunteering with a different local, nonprofit organization in each country. Led a team of five girls while working in Thailand. Activities included community outreach, sports camps, maintenance, women's empowerment, teaching English, and child development. Traveled to 11 countries (Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Albania, Romania, South Africa, Swaziland, Mozambique, Thailand, Cambodia, Malaysia) in 11 months volunteering with a different local, nonprofit organization in each country. Led a team of five girls while working in Thailand. Activities included community outreach, sports camps, maintenance, women's empowerment, teaching English, and child development.