Abigail Crank
Richmond,VA
Summary
Results-oriented professional with a background in communication studies and education, seeking opportunities in Corporate Training, Learning Development, and Customer Success Management. Expertise in team leadership, project management, and strategic planning, with a successful history of designing and implementing training initiatives. Skilled in leveraging data analytics to enhance learning effectiveness and uphold industry standards. Valued for outstanding communication skills and a focus on collaborative improvement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Exceptional Education K-5 Department Chair
Skipwith Elementary School
Henrico, VA
08.2024 - Current
- Manage a team of 5 teachers, providing mentorship on best practices in exceptional education.
- Allocate caseloads and design schedules to ensure equal distribution of student needs and resources.
- Act as a liaison between central office and school staff, facilitating communication and coordination.
- Conduct monthly department meetings to discuss updates, address concerns, and share best practices.
- Collaborate with teachers and administrators to implement school and division-wide policies and procedures.
- Continue to perform duties from previous role as Exceptional Education K-5 Resource Teacher.
- Honored nominee for the Henrico County Christie Award, recognizing my exceptional dedication to serving children with disabilities and their families.
Swim Lesson Instructor
NOVA of Virginia Aquatics
Henrico, VA
04.2024 - Current
- Conduct group swim lessons for up to 5 swimmers, tailoring teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Ensure a safe swimming environment by consistently enforcing pool rules and regulations.
- Provide constructive feedback and encouragement to swimmers, boosting their confidence and refining their techniques.
- Compose progress notes for parents, summarizing swimmer achievements and areas for improvement.
Exceptional Education K-5 Resource Teacher
Skipwith Elementary School
Henrico, VA
08.2020 - 08.2024
- Managed a caseload of 15-20 students with diverse disabilities, ensuring legal compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
- Composed and implemented Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) to address specific learning needs.
- Delivered specialized instruction to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with teachers to provide tailored support for each student.
- Organized and led meetings with IEP team members to discuss student progress and strategies.
- Collected and analyzed data on student progress to inform instructional decisions.
- Developed quarterly progress reports on IEP goals based on data collection.
Summer League Head Swim Coach
Woodmont Recreation Association
North Chesterfield, VA
05.2017 - 08.2022
- Designed and led swim practices for a team of 100-150 swimmers, ages 5-18, focusing on skill development and technique improvement.
- Collaborated with assistant coaches to keep day-to-day operations running smoothly and practices consistent.
- Organized meet entries strategically to optimize both overall team results and individual athlete achievements.
- Regularly communicated with stakeholders, including parents, the swim committee, and other teams, to coordinate plans, share updates, and answer questions.
- Fostered a supportive team culture rooted in sportsmanship, contributing to the team earning the James River Aquatics Club Sportsmanship Award in 2018, 2019, and 2022.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies, Elementary and Special Education
Randolph-Macon College
Ashland, VA05.2020
Skills
- Communication skills
- Data analysis
- Team management
- Conflict resolution
- Stakeholder engagement
- Multitasking
- Adaptability
- Organizational skills
- Planning and coordination
- Collaboration
- Results orientation
- Client relationship management
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Quick learner
Licensures And Certifications
- Special Education (General Curriculum K-12), 05/20 - 5/30
- Elementary Education (K-6), 05/20 - 5/30
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Exceptional Education K-5 Department Chair
Skipwith Elementary School
08.2024 - Current
Swim Lesson Instructor
NOVA of Virginia Aquatics
04.2024 - Current
Exceptional Education K-5 Resource Teacher
Skipwith Elementary School
08.2020 - 08.2024
Summer League Head Swim Coach
Woodmont Recreation Association
05.2017 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies, Elementary and Special Education
Randolph-Macon College
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