Holly Frederickson
Troutville
Summary
Compassionate and industrious educator with history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students with tailored lessons and activities. Implement intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ECSE Teacher
Botetourt County Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for the development of comprehensive support systems for students.
- Fostered a safe and inclusive learning environment where all students felt valued and respected.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Homeschool Teacher
Frederickson Family Homeschool
08.2002 - Current
- Encouraged intellectual curiosity by incorporating stimulating topics outside traditional subject matter into lesson plans.
- Adapted curriculum to accommodate different learning styles, ensuring all students had equal access to educational materials.
- Managed homeschool schedules effectively, balancing extracurricular activities with academic requirements for well-rounded development.
- Researched and chose appropriate curriculum to meet children's abilities and grade levels.
Instructional Aide
Botetourt County Public School District
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided one-on-one support for students needing additional assistance, improving their understanding of course material.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Assisted in monitoring student progress, providing feedback to teachers for assessment and improvement strategies.
Substitute Teacher
Botetourt County Public Schools
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Adapted quickly to different classroom settings and teaching assignments, demonstrating flexibility and resourcefulness.
Kindergarten Teacher
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Planned and executed schedule and lesson plans for core subjects for a kindergarten classroom
- Worked with students to develop social, emotional, academic, and behavioral skills
- Collaborated with other teachers and staff to provide instruction and support for students
- Communicated with parents about students’ strengths and needs
Elementary Substitute Teacher
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Student Teacher, First Grade
Redoubt Elementary School
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Offered remote instruction delivery to first grade students via Google Docs, Google Slides, ClassDojo, recorded lessons posted on YouTube links, Zoom meetings, and paper packets for standards-based and SEL instruction.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
- Communicated with parents to encourage classroom connections and schoolwork
Student Teacher, High School Resource
Soldotna High School
08.2020 - 10.2020
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them toward improvement while building their confidence in their abilities.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
Elementary Substitute Teacher
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
03.2019 - 05.2020
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies for students with varying abilities, fostering an inclusive classroom environment.
- Enhanced student comprehension by employing various teaching methods and tools, such as group activities and visual aids.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Classroom Volunteer
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
09.2014 - 03.2020
- Assisted with enrichment centers in pre-kindergarten and first grade
- Aided teachers with grading assignments and tracking student progress throughout the school year.
- Facilitated small group sessions for targeted skill-building in reading, writing, and math.
Pre-Clinical Experiences
Soldotna Elementary School
01.2020 - 01.2020
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special and Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT12.2020
Some College, no degree acquired -
University of Minnesota
Morris, MN08.2001
Skills
- Special education strategies
- Classroom organization
- Adaptive learning tools
- Mathematical proficiency
- Data-driven decision making
- Lesson planning
Certification
- Virginia Department of Education – Collegiate Professional License, 06/30/33, Elementary Education PreK-6, Special Education – Adapted Curriculum K-12
- Alaska Department of Education and Early Development - Elementary Education, 04/01/21
- Alaska Department of Education and Early Development - Special Education, 04/01/21
Timeline
ECSE Teacher
Botetourt County Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
Instructional Aide
Botetourt County Public School District
08.2023 - 06.2024
Substitute Teacher
Botetourt County Public Schools
01.2023 - 05.2023
Kindergarten Teacher
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
08.2021 - 05.2022
Elementary Substitute Teacher
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
01.2021 - 06.2021
Student Teacher, First Grade
Redoubt Elementary School
10.2020 - 12.2020
Student Teacher, High School Resource
Soldotna High School
08.2020 - 10.2020
Pre-Clinical Experiences
Soldotna Elementary School
01.2020 - 01.2020
Elementary Substitute Teacher
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
03.2019 - 05.2020
Classroom Volunteer
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
09.2014 - 03.2020
Homeschool Teacher
Frederickson Family Homeschool
08.2002 - Current
Some College, no degree acquired -
University of Minnesota
Bachelor of Arts - Special and Elementary Education
Western Governors University
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