Payton Youngblood
Rock Island
Summary
Quality-driven individual with a vast variety of experiences in the education field. Consistently looking for new learning experiences and ways to improve quality growth as an individual and professional. Emerging teacher with strong multitasking skills and devotion to student success. Experience with technology and diverse teaching strategies. Trained in lesson planning, assessments, and classroom management.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Sherrard School District
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
Permanent Substitute Teacher
East Dubuque High School and Junior High
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Adapted curriculum materials to accommodate various learning styles and abilities, increasing overall comprehension levels among students.
- Participated in school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student outcomes through collaborative planning efforts with staff members.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, maintaining a focused and productive learning atmosphere.
Student Teacher Second Grade
East Dubuque Elementary
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
Education
Master of Education - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ06-2023
Bachelor of Science - Communications Disorders
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL05-2018
High School Diploma -
Sherrard High School
Sherrard, IL05-2014
Skills
- Student engagement
- Positive reinforcement
- Multi-subject instruction
- Classroom management
- Verbal and written communication
- Relationship building and management
- Adaptable
- Lesson planning
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Sherrard School District
08.2024 - 05.2025
Permanent Substitute Teacher
East Dubuque High School and Junior High
08.2023 - 05.2024
Student Teacher Second Grade
East Dubuque Elementary
01.2023 - 05.2023
Master of Education - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Communications Disorders
Northern Illinois University
High School Diploma -
Sherrard High School
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