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LYLA ULFERTS

Marshall,MN

Summary

I am an enthusiastic and reliable reading tutor with additional experience as a summer camp counselor and nanny. I have just completed my Bachelor's Degree in German. I have experience working with students from preschool to university, and I have worked both in the US and Germany. My passion for teaching helps students feel confident and excited to learn.



Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Reading Corps Tutor

Lakeview Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
  • Work 1-1 or 2-1 with students in kindergarten through third grade
  • Provide 20 minutes of reading instruction daily
  • Conduct weekly literacy assessments
  • Use data to plan, set goals, and monitor student progress
  • Provide constructive feedback to students
  • Work closely with literacy coach to determine how best to support student success

Summer Nanny

Private Family
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Provided care for children ages 1-4
  • Developed a daily schedule and planned activities, such as games, creative projects, and storytime
  • Promoted physical activity by spending lots of time outdoors
  • Managed light household tasks

English Tutor

Pädagogische Hochschule Ludwigsburg
10.2022 - 06.2023
  • Worked 1-1 with university students seeking English tutoring
  • Provided 30-minute tutoring sessions
  • Customized lessons with materials relevant to students

Early Learning Corps Tutor

YMCA Early Learning Center
08.2021 - 06.2022
  • Assisted the teacher in the classroom with students ages 3-5
  • Provided 20 minutes of literacy or math instruction daily 1-1 or 2-1
  • Conducted weekly student assessments

Day Camp Counselor

YMCA
07.2020 - 08.2021
  • Provided childcare for students ages 5-12
  • Organized and initiated activities
  • Assisted students with homework
  • Drove students to school and picked them up afterwards

Au Pair

Private Family
08.2019 - 07.2020
  • Provided childcare for six children ages 2-12
  • Took care of basic housekeeping, such as cooking and cleaning
  • Developed bilingual abilities in German through immersive conversation and activities.
  • Taught basic English words and phrases
  • Participated in family events and gatherings
  • Fostered positive relationships with host family members

Education

BA - German

Oregon State University
Corvallis, Oregon (Ecampus)
03.2025

Skills

  • Positive engagement with students
  • Effective communication with other staff members
  • Child supervision
  • First aid and CPR certified
  • Creativity
  • Relationship building
  • Activity planning
  • German language proficiency (B2-C1)

Hobbies and Interests

  • Languages
  • Traveling
  • Live music
  • Design
  • Fiber arts

Timeline

Summer Nanny

Private Family
06.2024 - 08.2024

Reading Corps Tutor

Lakeview Elementary School
08.2023 - Current

English Tutor

Pädagogische Hochschule Ludwigsburg
10.2022 - 06.2023

Early Learning Corps Tutor

YMCA Early Learning Center
08.2021 - 06.2022

Day Camp Counselor

YMCA
07.2020 - 08.2021

Au Pair

Private Family
08.2019 - 07.2020

BA - German

Oregon State University
LYLA ULFERTS