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Natalya Sweatt

Indianapolis

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at KIPP Indy Unite Elementary, excelling in classroom management and relationship building. Committed to fostering inclusive learning environments, I effectively differentiated instruction to meet diverse student needs, enhancing engagement and academic success. Passionate about continuous professional development and cultural sensitivity in education.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

KIPP Indy Unite Elementary
06.2022 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.

Corps Member

Teach For America
04.2022 - 05.2024
  • Commit to serving underserved schools
  • Participate in professional development

Activate Recruitment Fellow

Teach for America
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • Share firsthand stories and perspectives on what it’s like to be a TFA corps member via phone calls, 1:1 messaging, and video chats
  • Deepened TFA applicants' understanding of the interview process by outlining the interview components, reviewing lesson plans, and discussing the case study activity, resulting in an interview completion rate of 85% compared to team average of 69%.
  • Helped explain Teach for America's mission and approach to applicants, resulting in 14 confirmed incoming teachers for low-income schools in Fall 2024.
  • Ensured that TFA is a financially viable option for everyone by sharing detailed information about financial support available for incoming teachers.

Resident Advisor

University of Kentucky
08.2020 - 05.2022
  • Developed strong relationships with 60+ residents, fostering a supportive and inclusive living community.
  • Collaborated with fellow Resident Advisors on programming initiatives to create a sense of unity among residents.
  • Improved community engagement through the organization of social events and activities for residents.
  • Administered emergency response procedures during crises, maintaining resident safety as a top priority.
  • Educated residents on university policies, promoting responsible behavior within the residence hall community.

Education

Master of Arts - Teaching

Relay Graduate School of Education
New York, NY
05-2024

Bachelor of Arts - Health, Society, And Populations

University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
05-2022

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Classroom instruction
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Learning strategies
  • Cultural sensitivity

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Activate Recruitment Fellow

Teach for America
01.2024 - 04.2024

Teacher

KIPP Indy Unite Elementary
06.2022 - Current

Corps Member

Teach For America
04.2022 - 05.2024

Resident Advisor

University of Kentucky
08.2020 - 05.2022

Master of Arts - Teaching

Relay Graduate School of Education

Bachelor of Arts - Health, Society, And Populations

University of Kentucky

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