Sofia Harty

Experience

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  Apple Montessori Schools

  May 2019 - Aug 2022

  Teacher Assistant

  -Collaborated with the lead teacher to maintain student records and implement lesson plans correctly- Ensured the learning environment was safe, sanitary, and enjoyable for all students-Effectively demonstrated learning materials and led reading groups with an emphasis on phonics

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  Quarry Hill Elementary School

  Aug 2021 - Dec 2021

  Student Teaching

  -Observed cooperating teacher in a fourth-grade classroom -Hosted small reading groups for students to improve their reading and comprehension skills- Performed an interactive demonstration to teach erosion for an earth science lesson.

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  The College of New Jersey

  Sept 2021 - Dec 2022

  Executive Coordinator- Making Achievement Continuous Conference

  -Partnered with TCNJ student organizations to design a conference for 200 guests on professional and personal development- Created a financial budget of $8,000 to cover the cost of event decorations, catering, and speakers-Developed strong lasting relationships with keynote speakers, workshop presenters, and attendees

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  Terra Momo Restaurant Group

  Apr 2022 - Sept 2022

  Waitress

  -Memorized the food, liquor, beer, and wine collection menus to influence the increase in sales- Maintained a positive, customer-first attitude while serving about 50 restaurant patrons a shift- Collaborated with staff to ensure diners received quick and comfortable service

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  Robbins Elementary School

  Aug 2022 - Dec 2022

  Student Teaching Clinical I

  -Managed a classroom of 22 bilingual students using collaborative strategies for daily activities- Created and instructed a science unit plan on states of matter and literacy for the last 2 weeks of the term-Responsible for developing lesson plans, teaching daily phonics, and catering to the specific needs of students

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  Copeland Elementary School

  Jan 2023 - May 2023

  Student Teacher- Full Time Internship

  -Designing lesson plans for all subjects every day of the week for twenty-three 2nd-grade students-Implementing classroom management strategies and innovative teaching methods to cater to each student's educational needs-Worked with other teachers within the 2nd-grade team to develop instruction to support overall grade level goals

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  Rutgers University —New Brunswick Recreation

  Jun 2023 - now

  Fitness Instructor

  -Instruct dynamic Yoga and Spinning classes for the University's students and staff - Strong communication skills to provide clear instructions and motivation during classes- Monitor participants' progress and provide constructive feedback for improvement while accommodating different needs and preferences.

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  Extern for The Griffiss Institute / Rutgers MBS Externship Exchange

  Aug 2023 - now

  The Griffiss Institute via Rutgers MBS Externship Exchange

  - Conducted surveys targeting affiliated schools to identify strategies for increasing diversity in applicants for the Viceroy Internship Program.- Addressed challenges in survey administration, adapting strategies to ensure data collection goals were met.- Collaborated effectively with a team of externs, holding regular internal meetings to discuss progress and strategies