Delayne Lyon
Ottawa
Summary
Dedicated first-year elementary educator currently student teaching in second grade, with extensive experience supporting children from infancy through elementary school. Strong foundation in classroom management, differentiated instruction, and social-emotional learning ensures effective support for diverse student needs. Academically accomplished with a 4.0 cumulative GPA and consistent Dean’s List recognition each semester. Committed to fostering inclusive, supportive, and engaging learning environments that promote student growth and success within a collaborative school community.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher – Second Grade
Lincoln Elementary School
01.2026 - Current
- Plan and implement standards-based lessons aligned with district curriculum
- Use small-group instruction and differentiated strategies to support diverse learners
- Establish consistent classroom routines and positive behavior supports
- Assess student learning through formative assessments and observations
- Collaborate with mentor teacher and staff to support student growth
Preschool Paraprofessional
Lincoln Elementary School
10.2023 - Current
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
Daycare Teacher
Starved Rock Regional Center
04.2022 - 10.2023
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Implemented age-appropriate curriculum to meet needs of young learners.
Infant Teacher
Step By Step Child Care Center
07.2019 - 04.2022
- Promoted development of social, emotional, and communication skills in infants.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Illinois State University
Bloomington, Illinois05.2026
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Small-Group Instruction
- Literacy & Math Foundations
- Social-Emotional Learning
- Family Communication
Certification
- CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) Certified
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- Teaching License: Pending (Illinois)
Timeline
Student Teacher – Second Grade
Lincoln Elementary School
01.2026 - Current
Preschool Paraprofessional
Lincoln Elementary School
10.2023 - Current
Daycare Teacher
Starved Rock Regional Center
04.2022 - 10.2023
Infant Teacher
Step By Step Child Care Center
07.2019 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Illinois State University