Hello! I'm Acacia!
ABOUT ME
I am a rising Pre-K to 4th grade educator from Penn State University. I love to get creative and use my imagination to create pieces of art. My family and I are big on traveling and exploring the world around us.
PHILOSOPHY
As an educator, I believe that all children are capable at anything no matter the age and ability-level. All children deserve a safe and caring environment that believes in fostering their growth not only in school but in life as well. I am determined to help children grow in their education and life through a student-led environment with hands-on activities.
May 2026 - Present
Grand Beginnings
Provided additional assistance in all classrooms
Maintain clean environment by using regulated cleaning supplies
Conducted activities to promote engagement and practice skills
October 2021 - May 2026
Penn State Bookstore
Acted as shift lead at various sporting events
Maintained a professional and friendly work environment
Problem-solved with customers to find the right item for them
June 2025 - August 2025
Lola’s Early Care and Education Center
Worked alongside a team to maintain an well-established work environment that enrichment for children’s needs and wants
Maintain a fluid role in the workplace by assisting multiple different classrooms throughout the day
December 2023- December 2024
America Reads (Federal Work Study)
Provided personal care, hygiene and toiletry assistance of young children
Created an enriched environment that facilitated learning through trial and error
Maintain a consistent schedule of activities
June 2022 - January 2024
YMCA of Indiana County
Acted as a positive role model and mentor to provide campers with constructive guidance and promote healthy habits and attitudes.
Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
Communicated with families to keep parents informed on a child's camp experience and address any concerns or issues.
Planned and led diverse activities to entertain children and promote core values.
2021-2026
Penn State University

In this project, you will learn more about the writing process that I and my mentor teacher conducted for pre-k students. This has been my biggest accomplishment so far. Seeing the growth in students from January to April was amazing. I am so proud of their efforts and hard work each put in to get to where they are.