Zoe Smith
Oak Forest
Summary
Dynamic professional with expertise in behavior management and lesson design. Proven ability to create engaging learning environments that meet diverse student needs. Strong communication skills enhance collaboration and adaptability in educational settings.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Studnet Teacher
Lincoln Elementary
Morton
2025 - Current
- Designed engaging lesson plans for diverse student learning styles.
- Collaborated with teacher to plan and achieve instructional goals and objectives.
- Evaluated student work, provided feedback, and tracked their progress over time.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Followed school schedules and policies to promote safety and learning.
- Prepared visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to foster learning.
Camp Counselor
Oak Forest Park District
Oak Forest
06.2021 - Current
- Supervised daily camp activities and ensured participant safety.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding camper progress and concerns.
- Assisted in organizing special events and field trips for campers.
- Tracked attendance, checking off present individuals.
- Developed individualized behavior management plans for campers with special needs.
Clinical Studnet
Braun Educational Center
Oak Forest
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Behavior management strategies for students with diverse behavioral needs.
- Designed educational materials for multiple subjects, addressing unique student learning styles.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss students' progress and strategies for improvement.
- Prepared and graded subject tests for students.
- Collaborated with teacher to plan and achieve instructional goals and objectives.
- Analyzed lesson data to provide accurate representations of student comprehension levels.
Clinical Student
Kingsley junior High
Normal
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Arranged educational resources for multiple subjects and initiatives.
- Monitored student behavior and provided guidance as needed.
- Facilitated instructional activities for students with special needs.
Risk Manager
Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority
Normal
11.2023 - 11.2024
- Engaged with sorority to highlight risk guidelines.
- Collaborated with sorority on event expectations and chapter house standards.
- Produced risk presentations and executed documentation for events.
VP of External Affairs
Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority
Normal
11.2023 - 11.2024
- Coordinated outreach programs to enhance community engagement and support.
- Partnered with fellow sororities to advance philanthropic efforts and boost campus involvement.
- Facilitated partnership with sorority executive board to enhance chapter development.
- Directed multiple roles ensuring task completion and organizational integrity.
Education
Bachelor of Special Education - Special Education
Illinois State University
Normal, Illinois, IL05-2026
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Behavior management
- Educational materials design
- Student evaluation
- Effective communication
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Clinical Studnet
Braun Educational Center
08.2025 - 12.2025
Clinical Student
Kingsley junior High
01.2025 - 05.2025
Risk Manager
Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority
11.2023 - 11.2024
VP of External Affairs
Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority
11.2023 - 11.2024
Camp Counselor
Oak Forest Park District
06.2021 - Current
Studnet Teacher
Lincoln Elementary
2025 - Current
Bachelor of Special Education - Special Education
Illinois State University