Elayah Grant

Dedicated elementary educator with 8 years of experience supporting student growth in public, private, and summer school settings. Skilled in Elementary school instruction, classroom management, differentiated learning, and creating inclusive classroom communities. Experienced working across K–4 environments with strengths in relationship-building, student engagement, and culturally responsive teaching.

Social Studies Teacher (K–4) at Booker T. Washington Academy (2025-08 – Present)

• Design and deliver engaging social studies instruction for students in grades K–4.
• Create developmentally appropriate lessons aligned with curriculum standards and student learning goals.
• Foster an inclusive and structured classroom environment that supports academic growth and positive behavior.
• Differentiate instruction to support diverse learning needs and learning styles.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, specialists, and families to support student success.

Lead Teacher (Summer School) at Horizons at Foote (2021-06 – Present)

• Established a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promoted collaboration and active participation.
• Differentiated instruction to support diverse academic abilities, including students with special needs and multilingual learners.
• Implemented behavior management strategies to create a structured and supportive learning environment.
• Maintained regular communication with families regarding student progress and classroom activities.
• Integrated hands-on and experiential learning opportunities into daily instruction.

Associate Teacher at The Foote School (2020-09 – 2025-08)

• Co-taught and supported instruction in a Kindergarten classroom using developmentally appropriate practices.
• Led small-group instruction and differentiated lessons to meet varied learning needs.
• Supported curriculum planning, classroom management, and student assessment.
• Created engaging learning experiences through collaborative and hands-on activities.
• Partnered with families and faculty members to support student development and success.

Assistant Pre-K Teacher at Smarter Toddler Nursery and Preschool (2017-12 – 2020-03)

• Assisted in implementing age-appropriate lessons and daily classroom routines for Pre-K students.
• Supported student development through play-based and hands-on learning activities.
• Maintained a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment.

AmeriCorps Assistant Teacher (2nd Grade Classroom) at Harlem Children's Zone (2015-11 – 2017-09)

• Supported classroom and afterschool programming for elementary-aged students.
• Assisted with lesson planning, student supervision, and family communication.
• Facilitated engaging enrichment activities during afterschool and summer programming.

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology – Albertus Magnus College

Master of Arts in Teaching in Teaching + CT Certification – Relay Graduate School of Education (2026 – 2027)