Interventionist

• Jan 2022 - Present

I provide reading and math intervention to students grades fourth through sixth. We utilize iReady test diagnostics to help identify students in need and their areas of need. Through use of the Spire program placement test, I provide targeted reading instruction based on students’ specific needs in phonics and areas of reading development such as comprehension and vocabulary. For mathematics, I review their iReady diagnostic and complete ongoing observations during small group to tailor activities to student need. Show less

Guided Reading Tutor

• Jul 2021 - Present

I provided one-on-one guided reading sessions with children primarily between the ages of 5 and 9 years old. Sessions involved reading books at the students’ instructional levels to build fluency, comprehension, vocabulary, knowledge, and decoding strategies. I average 40 sessions a month. I provided one-on-one guided reading sessions with children primarily between the ages of 5 and 9 years old. Sessions involved reading books at the students’ instructional levels to build fluency, comprehension, vocabulary, knowledge, and decoding strategies. I average 40 sessions a month.

Online ESL Instructor

• Dec 2018 - Aug 2021

I provided one-on-one speaking and reading practice to students living in China who desired to increase their conversational English ability as well as their pronunciation and reading. Most of my students were between the ages of 4 and 6 and varied from pre-emergent to emergent in their English ability. Some of my students were between the ages 7 and 9 and focused more on conversation over language acquisition. I taught over 5,500 25 minute sessions. I provided one-on-one speaking and reading practice to students living in China who desired to increase their conversational English ability as well as their pronunciation and reading. Most of my students were between the ages of 4 and 6 and varied from pre-emergent to emergent in their English ability. Some of my students were between the ages 7 and 9 and focused more on conversation over language acquisition. I taught over 5,500 25 minute sessions.

Administrative Assistant

• Aug 2017 - Dec 2018

Computer Lab Assistant

• Aug 2016 - Jul 2017

While my description is “computer lab assistant,” I taught my own classes to kindergarten to second grade. I was responsible for my own lesson plans and management of the classroom. Kindergarteners learned the basics of how to control a mouse and other basic computer skills. First graders strengthened their typing ability and learned more about the parts of a computer. Second graders began using Microsoft Word to type; use features such as bold, font size and color, and insert picture; and learned how to save files. All students were instructed on Internet safety. I taught 27 individual classes a week - 35 if you include the repeat day on Fridays. Show less

Long Term Substitute/Contract Tutor

• Aug 2015 - Mar 2016

I am completing two maternity leaves in the third grade. While not serving as a long term substitute, I go to classrooms to provide small group reading interventions for grades third through fifth. I am completing two maternity leaves in the third grade. While not serving as a long term substitute, I go to classrooms to provide small group reading interventions for grades third through fifth.

4th Grade Teacher

• Aug 2014 - May 2015

Intern

• Jan 2014 - May 2014

I interned in first grade reading and sixth grade math at Brantley School. I learned the importance of versatility during my time at Brantley. I also received plenty of on-the-job self-reflection as I was able to adjust instruction throughout the day because of teaching one subject at a time. I gained valuable insight on how a reading program works and am comfortable teaching in whole and small group to meet student needs. I also learned more about the math curriculum and practiced my questioning skills to direct students to the task at hand. Show less

Writing Tutor

• Jan 2012 - Dec 2013

I tutored ESL/ELL and native English speakers in writing and English. Sessions involved proofreading undergraduate and graduate level papers about various topics in language arts, science, business, etc. Tutorial sessions would vary based on student needs. Sometimes I would tutor a student in the writing process where other times I would even help ELL students with letter-sounds and how to properly pronounce words. I practiced patience and flexibility on a daily basis. I also did desk work for the Writing Center. I maintained the database on Access and helped ensure the facility stayed well equipped. Show less