KYRA ATKINSON
Upper Marlboro
Summary
Compassionate and nurturing educator transitioning into full-time elementary teaching, equipped with valuable experience as a substitute teacher, tutor, and community nutrition counselor. Proficient in classroom management, lesson implementation, and fostering engagement through effective communication with students and families. Committed to leveraging a strong background in child wellness to enhance the academic and social-emotional development of elementary students. Dedicated to creating a supportive learning environment that promotes holistic growth and inspires a love for learning.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
WIC Nutrition Counselor
Children’s National Hospital
09.2025 - Current
- Educate families through individual counseling and community outreach programs.
- Present information in engaging, age-appropriate, and culturally responsive ways.
- Build strong relationships with families to support positive outcomes.
Early Childhood Education Substitute Teacher
District of Columbia Public Schools
12.2024 - 09.2025
- Delivered instruction in literacy, math, and writing while maintaining a positive classroom environment.
- Implemented lesson plans and developed learning activities to support student engagement and achievement.
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to ensure student success and safety.
Student Tutor
Tri-Beta National Biological Honor Society
01.2020 - 05.2022
- Provided one-on-one and small-group tutoring to undergraduate biology students.
- Simplified complex concepts and supported academic success through individualized instruction.
Greyhound Equity & Inclusion Ambassador
Loyola University Maryland
01.2019 - 05.2022
- Represented the university through campus tours, student panels, and outreach events.
- Promoted inclusion and built meaningful connections with prospective students and families.
Teaching Assistant
Spanish Education Development Center
06.2016 - 08.2017
- Assisted with teaching English language skills to preschool-aged children.
- Supported classroom activities and communicated with students in Spanish.
Education
Master of Public Health -
The George Washington University
Washington, DC01-2027
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Minor in Spanish
Loyola University Maryland
Baltimore, MD01-2022
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning & Implementation
- Student Engagement
- Family Communication
- Differentiated Instruction
- Social-Emotional Learning
- Cultural Competency
- Public Speaking
- Conversational Spanish
- Microsoft Office
- Canva
- Zoom
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
WIC Nutrition Counselor
Children’s National Hospital
09.2025 - Current
Early Childhood Education Substitute Teacher
District of Columbia Public Schools
12.2024 - 09.2025
Student Tutor
Tri-Beta National Biological Honor Society
01.2020 - 05.2022
Greyhound Equity & Inclusion Ambassador
Loyola University Maryland
01.2019 - 05.2022
Teaching Assistant
Spanish Education Development Center
06.2016 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Minor in Spanish
Loyola University Maryland
Master of Public Health -
The George Washington University