Emily A.

Smith-George
801 River Road Newport News, VA 23601 757-813-6640
emilysmithgeorge@gmail.com
Online portfolio: emilysmithgeorge.weebly.com
Education
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA
August 2009 Present



Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies
Degree Honors: Magna Cum Laude
Concentrations in Humanities and Social Sciences & Race, Ethnicity, Gender, Class
Minor in Elementary Education
Cumulative GPA: 3.84
Academic Honors: Deans List: three semesters & Presidents List: four semesters
Master of Arts in Teaching, May 2014
Cumulative GPA: 3.88

Relevant Experience
Practicum Placements
(Once weekly)











Student Teaching
Placements
(Daily)







First Grade (Staunton, VA)
January 2012 May 2012
Supervised reading centers while facilitating seatwork and the reader of the day
Developed and implemented a creative art lesson exploring Oobleck
Fifth Grade (Fort Defiance)
January 2013 May 2013
Developed and implemented a comprehension lesson, a word study lesson, and a perimeter
and area math exploration lesson with small groups and pairs
Informally conferenced with students
Fourth Grade (Stuarts Draft, VA)
September 2013 March 2014
Created weekly group and individualized lesson plans based on performance standards
Instructed a homeroom class of 24 students in reading utilizing whole group, small group,
and individual activities relating to read-alouds, comprehension strategies, and vocabulary
word work
Taught three separate science classes totaling 73 students while incorporating activities
designed for various learning styles and intelligences
Instructed a leveled math class of 23 advanced students integrating both technology and
manipulatives
Developed and implemented literature comprehension lessons focusing on a small group of
12 students
Managed the classroom using explicit expectations and a positive environment
Second Grade (Broadway, VA)
March 2014 May 2014
Designed math, science, and social studies units based on the principles of Backward
Design: big ideas, essential knowledge, essential questions, and essential understandings

Work Experience
Chanco on the James
Surry, VA
Summer 2011, 2012, & 2013






Camp Counselor (2011 2013), Arts and Crafts Director (2012), Senior Staff Member (2013)
Provided 24-hour supervision to a campsite of 18 girls ages 8-16 while working with other
staffers to provide a safe and enjoyable community
Planned, organized, and led daily camp-wide evening programs
As Arts and Crafts Director, created daily activities for 8 different campsites in order to
foster fine motor skills, originality, and an appreciation of the natural surroundings
As Senior Staff member, conducted informal staff evaluations, ensured the safety of all
children, and managed the camp store
Volunteer Experience
Harrisonburg High School
Daycare
Harrisonburg, VA
February 2012 April 2012
Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies
Provided childcare for children age eight months to three years
Facilitated play both inside and outside of the nursery
Provided assistance during feedings, snack time, and nap time