Experience

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  The fresh market

  May 2007 - May 2013

  Front end associate

  Assist with customer service daily through returns, exchanges, and day by day checkoutRaise money and participate in events to benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation

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  Guilford county schools

  Jan 2013 - Apr 2013

  Student teacher

  Provided Montessori instruction including peace lessons, facilitating self initiated learning, and hands on activitiesTargeted lower level students and provided enrichment

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  Guilford county schools

  Aug 2013 - Jun 2014

  1st/2nd (combo) grade teacher

  Established a respectful environment for a diverse population of students by incorporating local and global studies through school-wide service learning projectsImproved reading proficiency through implementation of daily guided reading, TDR (gradual release model), and the “Fundations” phonics program

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  Durham public schools

  Aug 2014 - Mar 2022

  1st grade teacher

  Developed and taught science and social studies integrated reading and math units that encompassed a wide variety of strategies and incorporated a gradual release model that allowed students of various levels to achieve successAssisted in recruiting, interviewing, and retention of highly qualified teachers through presence at job fairs, interviews, and being a mentor teacher

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  Dojo tutor

  Aug 2022 - Aug 2024

  Virtual tutor

  Facilitate personalized tutoring classes in math, reading, and writing for students in Kindergarten through 6th grade, using Zoom for online interactions. Assess each student’s learning needs and prepare individualized learning plans.Create engaging and effective lesson materials tailored to the child's interests and academic requirements. Provide homework support and assist students in reaching grade-level competencies.Maintain communication with families to update them on their child’s progress and suggest ways to support learning at home. Participate in ongoing professional development to improve tutoring practices and stay updated with educational trends.Assess and collect data through regular progress monitoring and formative assessments, identifying the learners needs and adjusting teaching strategies accordingly. Show less