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Kayla Litofsky

litofske@dukes.jmu.edu
(443) 416-5321

Objective
To build a long-term career as a successful teacher, supporting a variety of needs and managing
behavior in the classroom, while creating and maintaining a positive and community-based
learning environment.

Education
James Madison University- Harrisonburg, VA, May 2018
Bachelor of Science
Major: Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies; Concentration in Humanities & Social
Sciences, Race, Gender, and Class
Minors: Elementary Education & Non-Teaching Exceptional Education
Education GPA: 3.94

Teaching Experience
Stuarts Draft Elementary, Stuarts Draft, VA
Practicum in 3rd Grade, January 2018 to April 2018
 Developed and implemented lessons focusing on math, science, writing, and social
studies
 Assumed responsibilities of the cooperating teacher (daily math review, read alouds,
number talks, classroom math stations)
 Differentiated instruction according to student ability and skill levels

Plains Elementary School, Timberville, VA


Practicum in 1st Grade, January 2017 to April 2017
 Created and executed differentiated lesson plans in order to reach all students’
educational needs
 Utilized technology including a SMARTboard and iPad into lessons and daily routines
 Worked with small guided-reading groups and incorporated whole-group read alouds

Volunteer Experience
JMU Panhellenic Council, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA
Rho Gamma, September 2017
 Counseled potential new members through the recruitment process as a member of the
Greek community
 Offered insight and assistance on important decisions while remaining a non-biased third
party
 Promoted positive attitudes and actions, while remaining confident in the ability to deal
with difficult situations
Orientation, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA
First Year Orientation Guide, August 2017
 Assisted with the implementation and attendance of first-year orientation programs
 Aided students in developing academic effectiveness, positive peer relationships, and
personal adjustment to JMU through group discussions, individual advisement, and
professional interaction
 Supported JMU faculty in the facilitation of “It’s Complicated”

Peak View Elementary School, Penn Laird, VA


Student Assistant in Special Education Classroom, October 2016 to December 2016
 Aided the classroom teacher and five special education students with physical activity
needs
 Supported students with walking and bike riding using assistive technology
 Worked with individual students in one-on-one settings using Augmentative and
Alternative Communication Systems

Second Home Childcare Center, Harrisonburg, VA


Volunteer with Kindergarten and First Grade, September 2016 to December 2016
 Assisted students with homework and assignments in an after-school setting
 Read grade-level books with individual students
 Supported the head teacher in distributing snacks and drinks to students

Work Experience
 Operations Assistant, James Madison University Student Success Center, August 2017-
Present
 Group Exercise Instructor, University Recreation, December 2017- Present
 Child Care Provider, Nanny for the Atkinson Family, June 2017- Present
 Hostess & Server, Chili’s Grille and Bar, September 2017-May 2017
 Child Care Provider, Babysitter for Lenet Family, February 2014- June 2015

Technology Skills
 Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher
 Skillful with SMARTboards, Google Chromebooks, and tablets
 Working knowledge in Google: Slides, Docs, Sheets, Classroom

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