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Colby Young

Canton

Summary

Motivated student teacher with a strong focus on creating engaging lesson plans and fostering positive classroom environments. I worked with the PeeWee baseball programs during my varsity athletics, and loved doing it. This made me decide to become a teacher and a coach.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Block 2 Student Teacher Placement

Herman DeKalb School
De Kalb Junction, NY
01.2026 - Current
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Fostered positive classroom environments to enhance student learning and participation.
  • Assisted in assessing student progress and adapting instructional strategies accordingly.

Canton PeeWee Wrestling Coach

Canton Public School District
Canton, NY
11.2023 - Current

Organized and led practice for both the Novice and Advanced groups. This current year, we have 14 signed up for the advanced group and 17 signed up for the Novice group.

Bring wrestlers to local tournaments over weekend to give them experience.

Block 1 Student Teacher Placement

Norwood/Norfolk Elementary School
Norwood, NY
09.2024 - 12.2024
  • Placed in a 1st grade classroom
  • Assessed student progress through observation and feedback, adjusting instruction accordingly.
  • Maintained classroom management strategies that promoted positive behavior and respect.
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.

Substitute Teacher

Canton Public School District
New York, NY
08.2022 - 06.2024
  • Implemented lesson plans, adapting materials to meet diverse student needs.
  • Collaborated with teachers to reinforce classroom management strategies and enhance student engagement.
  • Provided individualized support to students, fostering a positive learning environment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Education

SUNY, Potsdam
Potsdam, NY
12-2026

Skills

  • Create engaging lesson plans
  • Can integrate technology within the lessons and curriculum such as Google Classroom
  • Can work with others to Co-teach if necessary
  • Can follow the New York State Standards and tailor lessons to fit them
  • SMART board aptitude from my placements
  • Differentiated instruction for student with specific needs

Certification

  • New York State Teaching Certification: Anticipated in December of 2026

Timeline

Block 2 Student Teacher Placement

Herman DeKalb School
01.2026 - Current

Block 1 Student Teacher Placement

Norwood/Norfolk Elementary School
09.2024 - 12.2024

Canton PeeWee Wrestling Coach

Canton Public School District
11.2023 - Current

Substitute Teacher

Canton Public School District
08.2022 - 06.2024

Bachelor of Science - Education

SUNY, Potsdam
Colby Young