Elena Long
Fountain Hills
Summary
Compassionate and effective educator who fosters a positive learning environment, guides students to achieve success and demonstrates proficiency in classroom management.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation
Fort McDowell, AZ
10.2017 - 03.2025
- Developed strong relationships with Fountain Hills Unified School District (FHUSD) students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Yoga Instructor
Yoga Village
Scottsdale, AZ
08.2014 - 05.2021
- Educated clients on the benefits of a consistent yoga practice for stress reduction, improved flexibility, and overall mental clarity.
- Planned and led yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses and sequences to meet abilities of individual students.
- Created and managed social media page to promote class schedule, pricing and other information.
Program Instructor
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale
Fountain Hills, AZ
08.2014 - 05.2016
- Responsible for the safety and supervision of Club members in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
- Developed, organized and facilitated programs and activities.
Teacher
Century School
Lawrence, KS
08.2004 - 05.2008
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZSkills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Student-centered learning
- Small group instruction
Timeline
Teacher
Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation
10.2017 - 03.2025
Yoga Instructor
Yoga Village
08.2014 - 05.2021
Program Instructor
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale
08.2014 - 05.2016
Teacher
Century School
08.2004 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Northern Arizona University