Program Operations Specialist

• Jul 2023 - Present

Elementary School Teacher, Team Lead

• Aug 2015 - Jun 2023

Taught 200+ diverse learners in first and third grade over the course of 8 years. Designed curriculum and administered 5+ curricula annually. Worked with a variety of Learning Management Systems (LMS) and eLearning content authoring tools for over 1 year for virtual learning and hybrid environments. Assessed student performance through record processing, performance reviews, and frequent formative assessments to ensure quantitative and qualitative driven action steps. Liaised between parents & case managers to offer subject matter expertise for daily/annual behavior and academic goals for individualized education plans (IEP) with over 50 special needs students. Show less

Instructional Tutor

• Jun 2017 - Jun 2019

Tutored students across Fairfax county in math, reading, writing, and executive functioning to help master and maintain skills. Liaised with parents and tutoring staff to schedule sessions, address learning concerns, and provide updates to ensure milestones are met. Attended professional development seminars to develop strategies and address advancements in coaching. Tutored students across Fairfax county in math, reading, writing, and executive functioning to help master and maintain skills. Liaised with parents and tutoring staff to schedule sessions, address learning concerns, and provide updates to ensure milestones are met. Attended professional development seminars to develop strategies and address advancements in coaching.

Substitute Teacher

• Sep 2014 - Aug 2015

Regularly substitute taught at over 25 elementary schools across grades K-5. Delivered lessons and instructions based on the lesson plans provided. Adapted the teaching strategies to meet the needs of the students. Successfully built strong rapport with several schools, leading to frequent requests for substitute teaching assignments due to exceptional classroom management and positive student-teacher relationships. Regularly substitute taught at over 25 elementary schools across grades K-5. Delivered lessons and instructions based on the lesson plans provided. Adapted the teaching strategies to meet the needs of the students. Successfully built strong rapport with several schools, leading to frequent requests for substitute teaching assignments due to exceptional classroom management and positive student-teacher relationships.

Daycare Teacher

• May 2012 - Aug 2015

Planned and implemented age-appropriate activities for children between the ages of 3 months and 11 years to stimulate their physical, social, and cognitive development. Created daily reports for each child to communicate effectively with parents or guardians, providing regular updates on their child's daily activities, progress, and any concerns that may arise. Supported children's learning and school readiness by introducing early literacy and numeracy concepts, assisting with homework, and promoting a love for learning. Maintained accurate records, including attendance sheets, incident reports, and developmental milestones, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines and daycare policies. Show less