Kindergarten Assistant - Carden Memorial School - Salt Lake City, UT
(2025-09)
- Supported teachers with administrative tasks such as grading assignments, preparing materials, filing paperwork.
- Collaborated with teachers to ensure that all instruction was properly implemented.
- Participated in ongoing training to enhance own job skills and knowledge.
- Assisted with the design of individualized lesson plans for each student based on their strengths and weaknesses.
- Implemented lesson plans for small and large group instruction in K-8 classrooms.
Elementary Teacher, Kindergarten and First Grade - Reid School - East Millcreek, UT
(2016-08 - 2025-08)
- Developed lesson plans and utilized instructional materials to provide individualized, small and large group instruction.
- Created a positive classroom environment that promoted student learning and achievement.
- Monitored and analyzed class performance to determine mastery of taught content.
- Adapted curricula to meet the needs of all levels of learners in the classroom.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills through engaging class discussions and activities.
- Communicated with students to mentor, coach, inspire and offer support while communicating regularly with parents.
Preschool Teacher - Let Me Shine Christian Play and Preschool - Salt Lake City, UT
(2012-07 - 2016-08)
- Prepared lesson plans that adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet student needs.
- Organized and lead activities including role play, movement, singing, games, arts and crafts and nature activities.
- Mentored the importance of listening, following directions and understanding rules while developing communication and logical thinking skills.
- Effectively communicated with children, parents and staff.
- Ensured the health and safety of the children at all times.
- Created a positive learning environment that fostered growth and development.
Preschool Teacher - Children's Discovery Preschool - Salt Lake City, UT
(2009-08 - 2012-06)
- Demonstrated knowledge of early childhood education standards and best practices.
- Set up and organized classrooms that encouraged children to create, explore, and make decisions with confidence.
- Monitored children at all times to ensure their safety in the classroom setting.
- Worked collaboratively with colleagues and support staff to ensure student success.
Flight Attendant / Professional Facilitator - Delta Air Lines, Inc. - Salt Lake City, UT
(1990-02 - 2007-03)
- Organized and facilitated government and business mandated training classes in customer service, security and emergency procedures.
- Conducted on the job training and student coaching.
