Emily Aiken
Colorado Springs
Summary
An experienced educator prepared for the many demands of teaching. Demonstrates expertise in curriculum design and classroom management, with focus on interactive and student-centered learning. Emphasizes teamwork and flexibility, ensuring effective learning and positive outcomes for all students.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
5th Grade Homeroom and Math Teacher
Remington Elementary School
Colorado Springs, CO
11.2025 - Current
- Taught mathematics, reading intervention, math intervention, and science.
- Used Eureka Squared to develop engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of mathematical concepts.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create extension projects for advanced students.
- Worked in small groups to differentiate and reach students of every level.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for improvement and adjust curriculum accordingly.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
Native Speaking English Teacher
Global Culture and Language Education Center
Gapyeong, South Korea
08.2023 - 08.2025
- Taught English to students ranging from 9 years old to 15 years old through English camps and classroom visits
- Developed and taught lessons relating to culture and Global Citizenship, focusing on helping Korean students understand the importance of global and cultural awareness
- Developed and taught lessons relating to STEAM, teamwork, and sustainability
- Taught over 20,000 students over a span of 2 years, from schools in varying income brackets and English levels
- Led family English camps to help families bond and learn English and culture together in a safe space
- Developed and taught a weeklong online camp for middle school students, challenging them to create a comic while also practicing their English skills
- Developed and taught a weeklong online camp for elementary school students, challenging them to make and edit short movies while also practicing their English skills
3rd Grade Teacher
Grand Peak Academy (Formerly Imagine Classical Academy)
07.2018 - 05.2023
- Taught in all content areas
- Used Core Knowledge Language Arts for reading, spelling, grammar, social studies, and science
- Used Eureka for math curriculum
- Monitored individual student growth through Lexia, STAR testing, DIBELS testing, and WriteNowRightNow writing rubric
- Developed Behavior Management and enforced through positive reinforcement
- Developed positive relationships with parents and students through creating and heading a Parent Ambassador program
- Participated in creating and implementing IEPs, 504s, READ plans, and MTSS plans
- Responsible for communication with parents through phone calls, emails, and parent/teacher conferences
- Motivated students to learn different concepts through enthusiasm and proper modeling
- Used Saxon for math learning while supplementing using MobyMax and Khan Academy
Student Teaching
Chinook Trail Elementary, District 20
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Solo taught for 3 weeks in all content areas
- Co-Taught with 3rd Grade Teacher for 5 Months
- Developed lessons that align to proper state standards and student/class data
- Differentiated instruction for TAG, Special Education, and CLD students (along with slight differentiation for all students)
- Participation in creating assessments and using the results to create and provide differentiated instruction
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Inclusive Elementary Education
University of Colorado-Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO, USASkills
- PBIS GROWL Structure, CHAMPS behavior structure
- Experience teaching with Kagan Structures
- Experience teaching Wonders, Math Expressions, Saxon, WriteNowRightNow, Eureka Squared, and Core Knowledge Language Arts curriculum
- Experience integrating character lessons in with other curriculum on a weekly basis
- Experience in curriculum mapping for Language Arts, History, Science, and Math
- Experience creating and teaching lessons related to STEAM, teamwork, sustainability, culture and global citizenship
- Experience creating and facilitating online camps to support student learning
- Experience designing and leading student clubs and interactive activities that promote extracurricular skills and engagement
Certification
Colorado Professional Teacher Licensure
Passed PRAXIS exams for Elementary
Special Education PRAXIS pending
Endorsements
Elementary Education (K-6)
Culturally Linguistically Diverse Education (K-12)
Timeline
5th Grade Homeroom and Math Teacher
Remington Elementary School
11.2025 - Current
Native Speaking English Teacher
Global Culture and Language Education Center
08.2023 - 08.2025
3rd Grade Teacher
Grand Peak Academy (Formerly Imagine Classical Academy)
07.2018 - 05.2023
Student Teaching
Chinook Trail Elementary, District 20
08.2017 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Inclusive Elementary Education
University of Colorado-Colorado Springs