ISABELLA 

EDMINSTER CONTACT
(563)547-0177
bellaedminster@icloud.com
Dubuque, Iowa 52002

SUMMARY
Driven Student Teacher currently completing an Elementary Education degree with endorsements in Special
Education and Reading, looking to use classroom management and teaching abilities. Offers skills in
communication, planning and student engagement. Learns new procedures quickly, is flexible and adaptable.

EXPERIENCE
Residence Life Loras College | Dubuque, IA | January 2020 - Present
 Fostered relationships with residents and worked with new residents to optimize acclimation and ease
transition to new living environment
 Advised and referred students to appropriate resources in personal, social, and academic matters
 Coordinated, planned, and supervised hall gatherings and functions to promote and increase social skills
among students

Student Teacher, General Education Kennedy Elementary School | Dubuque, IA | March 2023 – Present

 Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
 Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-
on activities
 Followed school schedules and policies to promote safety and learning
 Prepared daily and weekly lesson plans to help students meet learning goals

Student Teacher, Special Education Irving Elementary School | Dubuque, IA | January 2023 - March 2023

 Collaborated with teacher to plan and achieve instructional goals and objectives
 Developed deeper understanding of teaching strategies with increasing responsibility for student learning
 Observed teachers in classrooms to improve skills and communication
 Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests

Clinical Saint Columbkille Elementary School| Dubuque, IA | August 2022 - December 2022

 Built and strengthened positive relationships with students and teaching staff
 Managed student behavior in classroom by using established rules and procedures
 Differentiated instruction according to student skill level
 Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques

Reading Tutor Our Lady of Guadalupe Elementary School | Dubuque, IA | January 2022 - May 2022
 Established reading goals and mapped out educational journeys for students showing literacy progress
 Tutored two students weekly in phonetics, fluency and overall reading comprehension
 Helped students review and understand previous lessons to make connections with new lessons

Reading Tutor Fulton Elementary School | Dubuque, IA | January 2022 - May 2022

 Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage and motivate students
 Designed comfortable tutoring environment conducive to learning
 Created and implemented individual lesson plans based on student learning styles

Loras All Sports Camp Loras College| Dubuque, IA | June 2016 - July 2020

 Planned and organized private and group skating lessons to help students develop and advance skills
  Developed inclusive, welcoming environment for students
 Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athletes’ needs and address strengths and areas to grow

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Bachelor of Arts Elementary Education Loras College, Dubuque, IA
 Additional Endorsements in Reading and Special Education
 Fall 2019-Spring 2023 - Dean's List
 3.761 GPA
Expected in May 2023