Part Time & Full Time Kindergarten Student Teacher
Spring Creek Elementary School - State College Area School District
09.2025 - 05.2026
Assisted in collecting QSI data to determine what areas of phonemic awareness students need the most targeted support.
Supported student phonological and phonemic awareness skills through a focus on sound and letter identification, daily ECRI lessons, and foundational skills lessons.
Planned and conducted differentiated ELA small group lessons depending on focus areas.
Participated in data and IEP meetings, district-wide PD, and Parent-Teacher conferences.
Conducted an Inquiry Project on the affects that a classroom environment has on off-task & on-task behaviors.
Nanny
The Brooks Family
05.2025 - Current
Communicated regularly with parents regarding children's progress, behavior, and daily activities.
Adapted caregiving approaches based on individual child needs, enhancing overall care quality and satisfaction.
Developed engaging educational activities to promote cognitive and social development in children.
Camp Counselor
Newtown Athletic Club
06.2021 - 08.2024
Designed and implemented recreational programs that promoted teamwork and personal growth among my group of 10-12 campers.
Supervised daily activities for diverse age groups, ensuring a safe and engaging environment.
Trained new counselors on safety protocols, program delivery, and camper engagement techniques.
Education
Elementary & Early Childhood Education
Pennsylvania State University
05.2026
Skills
Relationship building
Flexible and adaptive
Organized lesson planning
Parent-teacher communication
Differentiated instruction
Data-driven instruction
Certification
Student Teaching Supervisor: Dr. Karen Babbs-Hollett
814-865-1734
kah305@psu.edu
Student Teaching Mentor: Katie Narber
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Current Employer: Lisa Brooks
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email
Collegiate Activities
Penn State Club Swimming
Nationals Qualifying Team
The Salt Company Bible Study
Attends weekly meetings and group study.
THON Dancer & Fundraiser
Raised over $7,000 for Four Diamonds children and families.
Participated in a 46 hour no sleeping or sitting Dance Marathon to support childhood cancer.
Timeline
Part Time & Full Time Kindergarten Student Teacher
Spring Creek Elementary School - State College Area School District