Sierra Leatherman
Asheville
Summary
Radiates nurturing and engaging personality, ideal for fostering positive learning environment. Equipped with comprehensive understanding of child development and classroom management, along with proficiency in creating and implementing engaging lesson plans. Dedicated to inspiring love for learning and achieving academic success for all students.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
2nd Grade Teacher
Isaac Dickson Elementary School
Asheville, NC
08.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of all students in a second grade classroom.
- Created an environment that fostered positive learning experiences for second graders.
- Assessed student performance through formal and informal assessments throughout the year.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary curriculum projects.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and behavior issues.
- Instructed small groups of students in remedial or enrichment activities according to their individual needs.
1st Grade Student Teacher
Swain West Elementary School
Bryson City, NC
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Mentored and tutored students in a variety of educational topics.
- Conducted classroom observations to assess student performance.
- Monitored student behavior during class sessions and field trips.
- Incorporated technology into lessons when appropriate to enhance engagement.
- Collaborated with teacher to plan and achieve instructional goals and objectives.
- Observed educators teaching various lessons, interacting with students and managing classrooms to gain insight and understanding of duties and responsibilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-6
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC05-2023
Skills
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Problem-solving skills
- Relationship Building
- Reliability
- Student engagement
- Classroom management
Certification
Autism in the General Classroom Training - 03/03/26
ACS Three Promises Certificate
mCLASS DIBELS 8th Edition in NC
LETRS Volume 1 and 2
Timeline
2nd Grade Teacher
Isaac Dickson Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
1st Grade Student Teacher
Swain West Elementary School
08.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-6
Western Carolina University