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New Albany, Ohio, United States

Columbus, Ohio, United States

Traveled to Worthington, Delaware, Boundless, Upper Arlington and Big Walnut schools working individually with students with visual impairmentsAdvocated for students in need of Assistive Technology throughout the educational environmentCoached and supported students in the development of Self-Determination skills by having conversation-based scenarios on ways to use accommodations to efficiently access the general education curriculum.Developed a positive reinforcement… Show more Traveled to Worthington, Delaware, Boundless, Upper Arlington and Big Walnut schools working individually with students with visual impairmentsAdvocated for students in need of Assistive Technology throughout the educational environmentCoached and supported students in the development of Self-Determination skills by having conversation-based scenarios on ways to use accommodations to efficiently access the general education curriculum.Developed a positive reinforcement chart to allow a student to self-monitor their use of technology in the classroom to efficiently access the curriculumDeveloped individualized lessons geared towards the Expanded Core Curriculum to support student's IEPProvided consultative services to support families and the educational teamsCreated individualized lessons toward IEP goals ranging from Preschool to High SchoolOrganized and scheduled a caseload of over 50 students on IEPs Assessed student's using the Functional Vision Assessments, Expanded Core Curriculum Screening Tool, Learning Media Assessment (National Reading Media Assessment), etc. Trained educational teams on Cortical Visual Impairments (CVI)Received positive feedback on delivery of IEP services and development of evaluations Show less

Dublin, Ohio

Started as a Teacher One (November 2018), then got promoted to a Teacher Two (November 2019), promoted to a Lead Teacher (May 2020), and promoted to a Trainer (lead teacher in all rooms (August 2020) Certified to work in all rooms (Infant, Toddler, and Junior - ages 6 weeks to 7 years old)We spend a lot of time providing the kids with many activities that help them throughout their early developmental stages. Some of these may include fine motor skills, gross motor… Show more Started as a Teacher One (November 2018), then got promoted to a Teacher Two (November 2019), promoted to a Lead Teacher (May 2020), and promoted to a Trainer (lead teacher in all rooms (August 2020) Certified to work in all rooms (Infant, Toddler, and Junior - ages 6 weeks to 7 years old)We spend a lot of time providing the kids with many activities that help them throughout their early developmental stages. Some of these may include fine motor skills, gross motor, sensory/dramatic play, arts & crafts, etc.Undergo a lot of personal growth and development within the company's vision and trainings. Trained and guided new teachers in the classroom with hands on experiences. Show less

New Albany, Ohio, United States

- Implemented rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining a well-disciplined learning environment- Assessed students’ skills to determine their needs and assisted each student’s abilities - Communicated daily with coteacher to develop strategies for effective classroom management- Documented high quality student data on student's behavior daily- Built positive rapport with coteacher and educational team

Dunloe Elementary School

Teaching literacy and math skills to students who just completed 3rd and 4th grade.

Columbus, Ohio Area

"Office Assistants (OAs) are often the first staff member an individual will come in contact with in our residence halls. Responsible for creating the extraordinary student experience at each of our 24/7 front desk, OAs are responsible for greeting residents, guests and visitors as they enter/exit the building; ensure a high level quality of customer service; issue mail and packages; assist in resolving resident issues and creating a welcoming, inclusive front desk atmosphere" (The Ohio State… Show more "Office Assistants (OAs) are often the first staff member an individual will come in contact with in our residence halls. Responsible for creating the extraordinary student experience at each of our 24/7 front desk, OAs are responsible for greeting residents, guests and visitors as they enter/exit the building; ensure a high level quality of customer service; issue mail and packages; assist in resolving resident issues and creating a welcoming, inclusive front desk atmosphere" (The Ohio State University, 2018). Show less

Columbus, Ohio Area

Sedalia Elementary School

Student taught in a Kindergarten Classroom at Sedalia Elementary SchoolVirtually taught 29 Kindergarten students through Google Classroom. Taught 120 minutes of content (calendar, phonics, math, science, writing concepts) and spent the rest of the day conducting interventions. Enriched each individual in one-on-one interventions. During this time, we worked on sight words, letters, reading, and sentence building.

Rocky River, Ohio

Columbus, Ohio, United States

Spent time student teaching at the Ohio State School for the Blind. I was assisting in the Intermediate Multiple Disabilities classroom. There were a total of 6 students on IEPs learning from the expanded core curriculum.Assisted with pre-work skills, braille, orientation & mobility and social skills, etc for each student’s development. Worked 1:1 with a student on their pre-work skills focusing on counting manipulatives, sorting, braille skills. Lead morning group where… Show more Spent time student teaching at the Ohio State School for the Blind. I was assisting in the Intermediate Multiple Disabilities classroom. There were a total of 6 students on IEPs learning from the expanded core curriculum.Assisted with pre-work skills, braille, orientation & mobility and social skills, etc for each student’s development. Worked 1:1 with a student on their pre-work skills focusing on counting manipulatives, sorting, braille skills. Lead morning group where we kept a daily routine of learning the daily schedule, braille letter of the week, the pledge of allegiance/learning about the flag, learning personal information, sensory fun, and currencies of money, plus more! :)Assisted students who have Deaf-Blindness, Cortical Visual Impairment, and multiple disabilities Show less

Columbus, Ohio, United States

Volunteered at the Ohio State School for the Blind during their after school program. I spent 4 hours a week helping individuals with visual impairments in different clubs they joined. Some of the clubs i assisted include: knitting club, braille club, modeling club (3D printing), cooking club, art club

Strongsville, Ohio

Camp Cheerful provides activities and programs for children, teens, and adults with disabilities. Each week the camp counselor will be responsible for up to four campers by engaging with them which supports their social, emotional, and cognitive development.

Columbus, Ohio Area

Placed in a third grade classroom at Finland Elementary School in Southwestern City School district. FEEP (First Education Experience Program) was set up through The Ohio State University. I spent a total of 140 hours volunteering over the course of five months. Throughout the week I would work on spelling, reading fluency, and math with a small group of students. Helped hang classwork, grade papers, tutor students, class posters/projects, make copies, etc.

Master Of Education - Med, Curriculum And Teaching With Reading Endorsement

Endorsement, Prek Special Needs Endorsement

Bachelor Of Education - Bed, Education/Teaching Of Individuals In Early Childhood Special Education Programs

Activities and Societies: Kappa Phi Kappa, OSU Pen PALS, Braille Buckeyes, A Kid Again, Adopt-A-School

Bachelor'S Degree, Early Childhood Education And Teaching

Honors Diploma

Activities and Societies: Student Council (Executive Secretary), Key Club (Vice President), Mosaic Club (President), Office Aide.