Elise Potts Email & Phone Number

Atlanta, Ga, Us

Decatur, Georgia, United States

As an Elementary Substitute I ensure all students in the classroom community feel respected, valued, and included. As a Toddler and Primary Assistant, I am responsible for supporting students in developing greater independence. - Create differentiated learning experiences.- Track the social-emotional and academic needs of students and provide targeted intervention using researched-based materials and teaching practices.- Help to establish and reinforce norms and guidelines for the classroom community.- Assist with language development through songs, books, conversation, and one-on-one lessons. - Help to redirect students, preserving the concentration of the classroom community.- Interact with families and attend events to support the school community.

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

As the Co-Founder of Nature Within Reach, I create and develop Nature Time, a preschool YouTube series that encourages curiosity, care, and connection to nature.- As Producer, I oversee all aspects of production including script development, casting, and budget management.- As Director, I guide creative vision and ensure all content is developmentally appropriate and aligns with the mission to connect children with nature.- As Head Writer, I lead development of scripts and write short songs to reinforce skills.Through my leadership at Nature Within Reach, I am dedicated to helping children develop a lifelong love of nature and a sense of responsibility for taking care of our planet.

As a Learning Designer at Kapow Primary, I was responsible for developing research-based social-emotional learning (SEL) curricula for Elementary students.- Created a scope and sequence and developed SEL curriculum content, including scripted lesson plans, videos, activities, and games.

Atlanta, Georgia

As an Educational Specialist at Slumberkins, I was responsible for developing research-based social-emotional learning curricula for PreK–Grade 2 students.- Worked closely with the team to build a strong educator community within the Slumberkins brand.- Created caregiver resources and extension activities that complemented the curriculum.- Supported the production of YouTube educational content to promote emotional wellness and provide tools for raising caring, confident, and resilient children.Through my work at Slumberkins, I was able to make a positive impact on the emotional well-being and development of young children.

Atlanta, Georgia

As an Educational Designer at Committee for Children, I collaborated with a team of creative professionals and educators to develop curricula for Second Step, a world-renowned digital program that helps children develop their social-emotional skills. - Developed a wide range of educational content, including lesson plans, videos, activities, and games, targeted towards teachers, students, and caregivers. Used Understanding by Design framework.- Created research-based character strategies and concepts for grades K–5. Created Mae, Mateo, and Pepito characters for grades K–1.- Wrote scripts, edited, and consulted with DEI experts to ensure all media was culturally responsive.- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to prototype learning materials and iterate based on field test feedback. Used Human Centered Design approach.- Wrote lessons for Google's Be Internet Awesome Curriculum.

Atlanta, Georgia

As a Curriculum Writer at Mendez Foundation, I designed curricula and board games for Too Good programs, an evidence-based social-emotional learning program for K–12 students. - Participated in every stage of product development, including curriculum, production, implementation support, and go-to-market strategy.Wrote over 60 scripted lesson plans.- Created engaging activities, role plays, and board games for use in school and at home.- Built strategic partnerships with schools and community organizations.- Conducted pilot programs and used evaluative findings to assess program effectiveness.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

As an Administrative Assistant, I supported the Associate Dean for Administration and Finance by managing their calendar and drafting correspondences. I also coordinated the use of space and planned events, and assisted with budget reports.- Helped to maintain the HR database for Temporary Employment.- President of the Law School Staff Advisory Committee.- Spearheaded development of the Law School Staff Mentoring Program.

Somerville, Massachusetts, United States

As a Sales & Marketing Intern, I was responsible for creating and organizing marketing materials for the national sales team.

Master Of Education - Med, Educational Psychology

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), English Language And Literature, General

Activities and Societies: THE WELLESLEY REVIEW: LITERARY MAGAZINE, Editor-in-Chief and Contributing Writer; THE WELLESLEY NEWS, Assistant.