VICTORIA PETERS
Burnsville
Summary
First-generation college student with nearly two years of classroom experience. Seeking the opportunity to foster an equitable learning environment for all students.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Teachers On Call
02.2025 - Current
- Executed pre-planned instructional activities and upheld established classroom routines to ensure continuity in student learning and behavior expectations.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance at various school sites.
Reading Tutor
AmeriCorps Program
08.2023 - 02.2025
- Developed and maintained a weekly tutoring schedule to deliver daily, individualized or paired literacy instruction to roughly 20 students in grades K–3, utilizing a scripted curriculum for targeted skill development.
- Conducted weekly progress assessments to determine comprehensive understanding of intervention materials and tracked daily learning progress in an online database.
- Regularly underwent observations from coaches to ensure instructional fidelity across student caseload; and, directly helped students achieve their reading goals by optimizing tutoring methods to meet their individualized needs.
- Assisted in school-wide data collection for seasonal, benchmark testing and maintained consistent communication with staff, students, and parents.
Classroom Assistant
Adult Basic Education
11.2023 - 12.2024
- Assisted lead teachers with classroom management, instructional tutoring, and document coordination to provide a positive and cohesive learning environment for the students in the ESL and GED programs.
- Built a trusting relationship with students by maintaining a consistent schedule to volunteer twice a week in a variety of subject areas such as: basic math, reading, writing, pronunciation, conversation skills, computer, citizenship, or English for specific purposes.
- Completed video training through Literacy MN - on topics related to Understanding Adult Learners, Best Instructional Practices, and Equity and Cultural Awareness.
Den Counselor
Independent School District 194
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Fostered a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment where middle school students were encouraged to make daily activity choices, promoting independence, socialization, and a memorable summer experience through video games, sports, arts and crafts, and movies.
- Coordinated educational activities and supervised weekly field trips, offering students exciting excursions such as bowling, waterparks, arcades, and basecamp experiences, along with bi-weekly, open swim sessions.
Lead Teacher
Kidcreate Studio
01.2022 - 07.2023
- Independently prepared curriculum materials and transported to multiple school districts, community centers, and daycare facilities across the metro area to supplement art education in after-school and summer enrichment sessions.
- Led interactive instruction for groups of 10-20 students (ages 4-13) guiding them through diverse materials and creative projects.
- Trained coworkers and maintained relationships with parents, during pickup times, and building staff, at each respective location.
- Maintained clean and organized classroom environments—including vacuuming, sweeping, and sanitizing surfaces—to uphold strong partnerships with host schools.
Teacher Aide
Kindercare
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Fulfilled core company responsibilities including supervising play, supporting social-emotional development, preparing educational activities, and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and licensing standards during the Covid-19 pandemic.
- Balanced professional communication with families and a nurturing, playful teaching approach to create a positive experience for all students in the center.
Classroom Aide
Sejong Academy Korean Immersion School
02.2018 - 05.2018
- Assisted group work, led classroom activities, and supervised recess for fourth graders in English, Korean, and Math class.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Hamline University
Saint Paul, MN06-2025
I-to-I TEFL -
Trinity College
03.2024
Bachelor of Arts - English, Asian & Middle Eastern Studies
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN12.2022
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Cultural Awareness
- Creative Direction
- Optimism
Coursework
- Intercultural Communication and English Language Teaching
- Language and Gender
- Linguistics for Teachers
- Literacy and American Cultural Diversity
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Teachers On Call
02.2025 - Current
Den Counselor
Independent School District 194
05.2024 - 08.2024
Classroom Assistant
Adult Basic Education
11.2023 - 12.2024
Reading Tutor
AmeriCorps Program
08.2023 - 02.2025
Lead Teacher
Kidcreate Studio
01.2022 - 07.2023
Teacher Aide
Kindercare
06.2021 - 08.2021
Classroom Aide
Sejong Academy Korean Immersion School
02.2018 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - English, Asian & Middle Eastern Studies
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Master of Arts - Education
Hamline University
I-to-I TEFL -
Trinity College
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