Hi everyone! My name is Skyler Purvis and I am a graduate student at Vanderbilt University, looking to work with a family who is seeking a private homeschool teacher for the 25-26 school year! I am a certified teacher with years of teaching experience in various educational settings and am excited for this new opportunity while I finish my graduate degree!
Bachelor’s of Education from The University of Tennessee
Current Master’s of Education student at Vanderbilt University
Tennessee teaching license in K-5 Elementary Education and K-8 Special Education
SKYLER BRYNN PURVIS
703-863-3256
skylerbpurvis@gmail.com
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Certified teacher with experience in the field of:
Elementary Education
Special Education
Early Childhood Education
EDUCATION
Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN
Master of Education in Child Studies, Expected 2026
University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN
Bachelor of Science in Education, Cum Laude (3.53)
Major in Elementary Education, Concentration in Special Education
SKILLS/CERTIFICATIONS
K-5 Elementary Teaching License
K-8 Special Education Teaching License
Paraprofessional Certified
CPR Certified
Google Certified Educator
Reading 360: Early Reading Training
Microsoft Office, Google Programs, Social Media, Apple products
Proficient written and oral communication skills
Experience with special needs children of all ages
EXPERIENCE
3rd Grade Intern Teacher, Claxton Elementary, Powell, TN (2024-Present)
-Develop and implement effective classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment for 3rd-grade students.
-Create engaging and age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with state standards, covering subjects such as math, reading, and science.
-Assist lead teacher in delivering instruction, including small group activities and individualized support for students with diverse learning needs.
-Conduct formative assessments to monitor student progress, providing feedback and adapting instruction to meet individual learning goals.
Substitute Teacher, Anderson County Schools, Anderson County, TN (2024-Present)
-Follow lesson plans provided by general education teachers
-Guide students through daily routines
-Teach lessons and answer students’ questions
-Monitor classrooms using classroom management strategies
-Assist students with assignments and activities
Substitute Teacher, Loudoun County Public Schools, Loudoun County, VA (2021-Present)
-Follow lesson plans provided by general education teachers
-Guide students through daily routines
-Teach lessons and answered student’s questions
-Monitor classrooms using classroom management strategies
-Assist students with assignments and activities
Summer Nanny, Aldie, VA (2021-2024)
-Managed daily procedures and routines
-Supervised daily activities
-Provided support and guidance and prioritized the needs of the children
-Provided transportation to school, sports, camps, and activities
-Established trusting relationship with the family using effective communication
Receptionist, PPMI, Chantilly, VA (2017-2024)
-Processed rental applications for tenants and owners
-Filed paperwork
-Answered phones
-Assisted Property Managers with daily tasks and customer care in a professional manner
Assistant Preschool Teacher, Primrose School of South Riding, Chantilly, VA (2019-2020)
-Led children ages 2-4 in classroom routines and activities
-Introduced and began potty training children
-Assisted children with art projects, crafts, learning, movement, and songs
-Monitored children and reinforced good behavior
-Provided nurturing and care for children with special emotional needs
-Communicated with parents about activities and child’s behavior
Preschool Student Teacher, Little Knights Preschool, John Champe High School, Aldie, VA (2017-2019)
-Assisted Preschool Teacher with children ages 3-5 with various activities and tasks
-Mentored a preschooler for an entire school year and worked specifically on their weaker areas to prepare them for Kindergarten
-Assisted children with art projects, crafts, learning, movement, and songs
-Monitored children and reinforced good behavior
-Communicated with parents about activities and child’s behavior
Assistant Dance Teacher, Creative Dance Center, South Riding, VA (2014-2016)
-Taught ballet, jazz, and tap dance to children ages 3-10
-Choreographed dance routines to be performed in recital
-Planned daily class activities
-Adapted teaching methods to meet student’s individual needs
-Assisted Director with dance studio birthday parties, recital, and other events
SERVICE AND ACTIVITIES
Delta Zeta Sorority, Knoxville, TN (2020-Current)
Educators Rising, Aldie, VA (2018-2020)
National Charity League, Loudoun, VA (2016-2020)
Vacation Bible School Group Leader, Arcola United Methodist Church, Dulles, VA (2015-2019)