Stephanie Avants

12998 Elm Tree Drive Herndon, Virginia 20171 | 757-547-6385 | steph.avants@gmail.com | www.saa2013.weebly.com

Objective
Seeking a new opportunity as an elementary school teacher which will allow me to use my professional
knowledge and experiences to create an engaged and inquiry-based K-6 classroom for students to have
an authentic learning experience through problem solving and reflection to create a lasting impact.

Education
Master of Education: Curriculum and Instruction: Elementary Education George Mason University
Year-Long PDS Program
Summa Cum Laude
Bachelor of Arts: Integrative Studies; Minor: Childhood Studies George Mason University
Cum Laude
Associates of Social Sciences- Tidewater Community College, Norfolk, Virginia
Magna Cum Laude

Certifications
Google for Educators Certification Level 1, Adobe Creative Educator Level 1, CPR/First Aid/ AED,
VIRTUS Training

Professional Experience
SULLY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, (1st Grade Teacher), Sterling, Virginia August 2021-Present
Facilitated the learning of two class of 19-21 students across content areas utilizing
Project Based Learning (PBL), technology integration, differentiation and workshop
models. Designed course materials and supported implementation. Developed
assessments to evaluate and altar course content and delivery to achieve student
learning goals. Utilizing Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) techniques
to establish an exceptional learning environment and classroom culture. Executed
lesson plans and individual education plans (IEP). Implemented the 5E Model to allow
students to develop understanding through engagement and exploration. Connected
Virginia’s 5Cs for deeper learning and Profile of a Graduate skills across content areas.
Interim team lead.
RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, (3rd Grade Teacher), Alexandria, Virginia August 2019-June
2021
Facilitated the learning of two classes of 15-22 students across content areas through
Project Based Learning (PBL) format, differentiation, workshop models, and technology
integration. Executed lesson plans and individual education plans (IEP). Implemented
the 5E Model to allow students to develop understanding through engagement and
exploration. Connected Portrait of a Graduate Skills across content areas. Collaborated
with English as a Second Language (ESOL), Special Education, Reading, Math, STEAM
Specialists and coaches. Utilizing Responsive Classroom (RC) techniques to establish an
exceptional learning environment and classroom culture. Experience with both in-
person and virtual learning environments. Nominated Outstanding New Teacher of the
year for the 2020-2021 school year
 Stephanie Avants
12998 Elm Tree Drive Herndon, Virginia 20171 | 757-547-6385 | steph.avants@gmail.com | www.saa2013.weebly.com

Technology
Experienced with the following applications: Google Apps for Education (Google Docs, Google
Slides, Google Classroom, Google Forms, Google Sheets, Google Jamboard, Google Maps,
Google Sites, Google Calendar, Google Earth, Google Meet), Schoology, Flipgrid, Blackboard
(24/7 and Ultra), Twitter, Voice Thread, Padlet, Slidesmania, Kahoot, SnagIt, ClassDojo, LEGO
for Education, YouTube, Dreambox, MyOn, Prodigy, Epic!, Imagine Learning, Plickers,
BrainPop!, Remind, Newsela, Screencastify, Mote, Canva, Horizon Assessment System, Desmos,
Promethean Board, Performance Matters, Dash, Learning A-Z, Adobe Creative Cloud Express,

Integrated the equipment and resources into instruction: Google Apps for Education (Google
Docs, Google Slides, Google Classroom, Google Forms, Google Sheets, Google Jamboard,
Google Maps, Google Sites, Google Earth), Document cameras, BeeBots, LEGO Spike, iPads,
Learn 360, hyperdocs, digital notebooks, MyOn, Dreambox, Pebble-Go, Tumblebooks, Epic!,
Virtual Reality, Virtual Field Trips, Stop-Motion, Prodigy, Imagine Learning, Kahoot, Wordle,
Newsela, Nearpod, Book Creator, Mote, Desmos, Promethean Board, Virtual Escape Rooms,
Breakout Edu, Dash Robots, MackInVIA, RAZ-Kids, Wixie, Nearpod

References
Kathleen Herron- STEAM Teacher at Riverside Elementary School; Fairfax County Public Schools
Contact: kmherron@fcps.edu

Karen Couch- Title I Resource Teacher/Literacy Specialist at Riverside Elementary School;

Fairfax County Public Schools
Contact: kycouch@fcps.edu

Katherine Bretcko- ESOL Teacher at Sully Elementary School; Loudoun County Public Schools
Contact: katherine.bretcko@lcps.org

Katherine Shuffleton – Literacy Specialist at Sully Elementary School; Loudoun County Public
Schools
Contact: Katherine.Shuffleton@lcps.org