Responsible for facilitating a child-centered multiage classroom, ages 6-8 years. Implement a meaningful curriculum that engages, challenges and motivates students. Communicate with parents on a regular basis, via triannual skill set checklists, biannual narrative reports and conferences, as well as weekly Friday letters.Curriculum Use: Lucy Calkins Units of Study, Handwriting Without Tears, Positive Discipline, The Responsive Classroom, Montessori Mathematics, Ready Mathematics, Primary… Show more Responsible for facilitating a child-centered multiage classroom, ages 6-8 years. Implement a meaningful curriculum that engages, challenges and motivates students. Communicate with parents on a regular basis, via triannual skill set checklists, biannual narrative reports and conferences, as well as weekly Friday letters.Curriculum Use: Lucy Calkins Units of Study, Handwriting Without Tears, Positive Discipline, The Responsive Classroom, Montessori Mathematics, Ready Mathematics, Primary Phonics, and How to Teach Spelling.Notable accomplishments:• Trained in both the Orton Gillingham reading approach and Expeditionary Learning model• Completed a Montessori math audit at the Montessori Education Center for the Rockies• Guide students through an end of year immersion study of Native Americans and/or Dinosaurs• Co-plan weekly with reading and math support staff• Supervised winter ski program once a week (November to April)• Lead fall and spring overnight outdoor education trips to surrounding recreation areas Show less

Stanley Teacher Preparation Program August 2015- Current Teaching Intern Stanley British Primary School August 2015 • Formed meaningful relationships with students and families• 5- months of observation and gradual release of responsibility in Julie and Kristin’s K-1-2 classroom• Gained valuable understanding of whole-child learning and the importance of establishing a community of respectful… Show more Stanley Teacher Preparation Program August 2015- Current Teaching Intern Stanley British Primary School August 2015 • Formed meaningful relationships with students and families• 5- months of observation and gradual release of responsibility in Julie and Kristin’s K-1-2 classroom• Gained valuable understanding of whole-child learning and the importance of establishing a community of respectful learners• Practiced morning meeting rituals and routines of a Responsive Classroom• Familiarity with Lucy Calkins Writers Workshop mini-lessons, and Words Their Way• Lead small group math and reading instruction, as well as a whole group unit studies and mindfulness sessions• One- on- one after school tutoring• Facilitated sports camp during all-staff meeting daysSteele Elementary January 2016• Developed new and genuine second educator relationships with 2nd grade students and staff• Daily morning meeting facilitation • Gradual release of full classroom responsibility (take over) from February 1st- March 14th • Collaborative merging of personal teaching philosophy and the Colorado Academic Standards• Attended staff professional development every Wednesday• Adapted behavior management beliefs to the practices of mentor teacher Show less

Children’s Garden of Learning August 2014- May 2015 Toddler Teacher• Practiced Reggio Emilia philosophy of Early Childhood Education• Created and implemented child-centered lesson plans for Toddlers aged 18-24 months• Stimulated emotional, intellectual, and social growth through interactive provocations• Completed timely and accurate documentation of student work• Attended and participated in all staff meetings, fundraiser events, and parent/teacher… Show more Children’s Garden of Learning August 2014- May 2015 Toddler Teacher• Practiced Reggio Emilia philosophy of Early Childhood Education• Created and implemented child-centered lesson plans for Toddlers aged 18-24 months• Stimulated emotional, intellectual, and social growth through interactive provocations• Completed timely and accurate documentation of student work• Attended and participated in all staff meetings, fundraiser events, and parent/teacher conferences• Shared records of monthly progress with parents through individualized garden books, and daily journals created on Apples Pages Show less

• Plan and implement daily camp activities and events for children Kindergarten through 5th grade • Facilitate outdoor activities throughout Vail Valley wilderness• Educate campers on the environment, personal growth, and skill development• Engage in positive self-talk and role modeling• Practice behavioral management to set campers up for success

• Provided childcare and required organizational tasks at the Children’s Ski and Snowboard School• Daily supervision, care and hygiene of registered children• Act as a ski aide for 3-6 year old classes on the beginner hill• Positive, information and courteous communication with guest• Registration and check-out of children• Communicate in Spanish with international parents and children

• Assisted in planning and implementation of extended care program daily activities• Supervised and mentored children Kindergarten through 5th grade• Communicated with students, staff members, and parents of culturally diverse and untraditional backgrounds

• Responsible for overall leadership, supervision, and care of campers and staff in the cabin• Monitored and enforced safety rules and expectations• Communicated with parents to provide updates and address concerns • Facilitated large camp events and activities• Created open and excepting environment for children to grow and thrive• Guided campers through yoga practice 2 times per day• Served as a positive role model and mentor for children aged 5-11