Olivia Balducci

oliviabalducci14@gmail.com| 804-335-6117 | 5207 Rufina Ct. Hanover VA 23069

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EDUCATION
James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA
Masters of Arts in Teaching, Elementary Education; GPA: 4.0
Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies,
Minor Elementary Education/Dance; GPA: 3.69
Concentration in Mathematics and Humanities
Provisional Certifications: Virginia Teacher License (Grades K-6)

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Practicum Student, William Perry Elementary School (Grade K), Waynesboro, VA
1/2018 - 5/2018
 Designed and implemented differentiated lessons for English Language Learners, Speech, and
behavioral Individualized Education Program (IEP)
 Collected data for semester long inquiry project exploring strategies for creating classroom
community
 Observed and assisted cooperating teacher with Kindergarten Pals Testing

Student Teaching, Battlefield Park Elementary School (Grade 4), Hanover County, VA
9/2017 - 10/2017
 Attended IEP meetings and made individualized accommodations for collaborative classroom
 Incorporated technology in the classroom utilizing Google applications and Epic Books
 Co-Conducted parent teacher conferences and attended meetings with grade level teachers and
content specialists

Student Teaching, Battlefield Park Elementary School (Grade 1), Hanover County, VA
10/2017 - 12/2017
 Designed differentiated guided reading lessons utilizing the Jan Richardson Model and Daily 5
language arts stations
 Differentiated instruction for English Language Learners and students with behavioral problems
 Incorporated technology in the classroom utilizing digital portfolios such as Seesaw

Practicum Student, Mountain View Elementary School (Grade 3), Rockingham County, VA
9/2016 - 12/2016
 Participated in the High Impact Immersion Experience (HIIE), for five consecutive weeks
 Designed and implemented differentiated lesson plans for At-Risk students and English Language
Learners
 Performed running records, Qualitative Reading Inventory tests, Spelling Inventories, Pals testing,
and Standards of Learning testing preparation
 Collaborated with a Therapeutic Day Treatment Instructor for classroom behavior problems

Practicum Student, Young Children’s Program (Ages 3-4), Harrisonburg, VA

9/2015 - 12/2015
 Designed and implemented lesson plans for cognitive, physical, and social-emotional development
 Completed a Case Study for a Young Children’s Program three-year-old student
 Performed story retelling, prop box, and read aloud activities
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND CONFERENCES
Battlefield Elementary School, Hanover County, VA
9/2017 - 12/2017
 Professional Development Courses: Jan Richardson Guided Reading Program, Fountas and Pinnell
leveled books and assessment, Number Talks, and Classroom Technology Applications
 Data Review Meeting: analyzing Standards of Learning data for trends, and design instruction to
close the gaps

Kappa Delta Pi Educator’s Conference, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA

10/2017
 Attended 6 Workshops: Featuring brain based learning, technology applications, social/cultural
impacts on student performance, and first year teacher preparation

ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE WITH CHILDREN

Substitute Teacher, Hanover County and Harrisonburg City Schools, VA

Present
 Followed and implemented lesson plans designed by Hanover and Harrisonburg classroom
teachers while promoting a safe and effective learning environment

Hanover County Parks and Recreation, Camp Supervisor, Hanover, VA

1/2016 - Present
 Supervisor for Discover Play, Create, Science, Animals, and Arts in Motion Camps (ages 5-13)
 Trained and Led camp staff members (Recreation Aids, Therapeutic Aids, and Leaders in Training)
 Handle behavioral issues and assist Therapeutic Aids with children with disabilities
 Design daily camp schedule and coordinate with daily visitors and field trips
 Communicate information and work with camper’s parents and families

Hanover County Parks and Recreation, Camp Recreational Aid, Hanover, VA

6/2015 – 8/2015
 Led campers in daily games, activities, events, and field trips (ages 5-13)
 Served as a mentor to leaders in training and assisted aids with behavioral problems
 Designed and implemented the end of the summer “Talent Show”

The Dance Company, Mechanicsville, VA, Dance Instructor, Mechanicsville, VA

2009 - 2015
 Assisted and taught dance instruction for Ballet, Tap, and Jazz classes (ages 3-13)
 Planned dance lessons for warm up/conditioning, technique training, and choreography

LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Small Group Leader, JMU YoungLife College, Senior Girls, Harrisonburg, VA 9/2016 - 5/2017
Volunteer Leader, JMU YoungLife, Harrisonburg, VA 3/2014 - 5/2017
Volunteer, Dancer4Life, Community Dance Program, Harrisonburg, VA 9/2014 - 5/2015
First Year Orientation Guide, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA 8/2016 - 5/2017
Volunteer, Second Home, After School Child Care Program, Harrisonburg, VA 9/2015-12/2015
Volunteer Tutor, Skyline Middle School, Harrisonburg, VA 1/2014 - 5/2014

REFERENCES – Upon Request

Erin Krebbs, Cooperating Teacher, ekrebbs@hanover.k12.va.us, (804)-314-3291,
Maria Bakeman, Cooperating Teacher, mbakeman@hanover.k12.va.us, (804)-840-5062
Sue Richardson, James Madison University Supervisor, dsrich51@yahoo.com, (804)-938-4433