April L.
Private tutor in Portland, OR
Education
Winter 2014 TEFL Certification Chicago, IL International TEFL Academy 2012-2013 Institute of Integrative Nutrition New York City, NY Holistic Health Coaching Spring 2008 State Of Minnesota Educator Certificate Elementary Education (K-6) Pre-Primary (3-K) 2003-2008 Minnesota State University, Mankato Mankato, MN Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education Graduated Summa Cum Laude, G.P.A. 3.8, Dean’s List
Experience
I've had experience working with children in large groups, small groups, and one-on-one. I taught elementary school for four years and have a firm grasp on reading people, being sensitive to their needs and helping them be and do their best everyday! Teaching English as Foreign Language South Korea • Implemented and differentiated appropriate lesson plans • Created a culturally sensitive atmosphere for learning • Built a rapport with students while adhering to cultural needs Substitute Teacher • Provided flexible services to Public School teachers • Taught multiple age groups and subjects to elementary students Nanny & Child Care Specialist Falls Church, VA • Provided a loving and safe environment for learning • Facilitated after school activities and educational support Sibley East Elementary Gaylord, MN Teacher, Kindergarten • Implemented Responsive Classroom to create a classroom community • Collaborated with colleagues in a Professional Learning Community • Communicated and builds relationships with parents using multiple means • Promoted a positive learning environment that encourages growth and creativity • Developed relevant instruction that meets the needs of diverse learners • Delegated Para-professional support effectively to increase individualized support Sibley East Elementary Gaylord, MN Summer School Teacher, K-3 • Prepared and implemented remedial program for students requiring extra help • Implemented social and academic opportunities to maintain growth achieved throughout the school year • Created a safe and stimulating environment for struggling learners Sibley East Elementary Gaylord, MN Afterschool SMART Program Teacher • Helps classroom teachers modify curriculum for special needs students • Provides additional services to support school day curriculum • Establishes relationships with students and builds school community 2008-2009 Sibley East Elementary/MSU Graduate Fellowship Gaylord, MN Teacher, Third Grade • Utilized 21st Century Technology to stimulate and engage learners • Provided interventions for RTI process with individual and small groups • Used Daily 5 to implement student centered small group reading instruction • Administered formal assessments such as MCA’s, MAPS & DIBELS testing • Increased teacher knowledge by using staff development opportunities • Completed graduate level courses: Graduate Fellowship (1 and 2), Differentiated Instruction and Professional Learning Communities • Attended IEP Meetings to develop specific needs for students Monroe Elementary School North Mankato, MN Student Teacher, Fourth Grade • Generated interesting and active lessons in a team teaching setting • Assisted in small group work to focus on skill deficits Roosevelt Elementary School Faribault, MN Field Experience, Kindergarten • Implemented small and whole group instruction • Designed and presented thematic units Spring 2007 Monroe Elementary School North Mankato, MN Field Experience, 2nd Grade • Observed valuable classroom management strategies • Facilitated various groups and learned classroom procedures
Availability
Weekdays after 10AM, Weekdays in the afternoon
Can Meet
Up to 5 minutes away for no additional charge
Hobbies
I love to dance, sing, and do yoga! Anything where I'm moving my body and listening to amazing music makes me happy! I also enjoy being in nature, going for walks, hiking, and am learning new things. I value eating nutritious and delicious food and am finding more opportunities to sharpen my knowledge in the kitchen. I also love to travel and explore new places, spend time with loved ones, and write. Personal development and wellness are also big interests of mine .
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