Abigail Wigger
Brentwood,TN
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Christ the King School, enhancing student engagement through innovative lesson plans and effective communication. Recognized for improving standardized test scores and fostering a collaborative classroom environment. Skilled in utilizing educational technology and mentoring peers, demonstrating adaptability and leadership in diverse learning settings.
Overview
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
5th and 6th Grade Math and History Teacher
Christ the King School
Nashville, TN
07.2020 - 05.2026
- Developed engaging math lessons aligned with state standards for diverse learners.
- Served as the Social Studies Department Chair to collaborate with other teachers on curriculum development for social studies classes.
- Managed classroom environment to promote respect and active participation among students.
- Established adaptable and flexible teaching strategies to shift strategies according to learning environments.
- Utilized educational technology tools to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Coached 5th-8th grade basketball and volleyball teams for five seasons.
- Facilitated extracurricular activities such as the "Rowdy Raiders" club.
- Received "Excellence in Teaching Award" for the 25-26 school year
Teacher
Academy Of Math And Science
Glendale, AZ
07.2019 - 01.2020
- Applied progressive teaching principles to class of 58 students total, improving standardized tests scores by 91% of students within 9 weeks of instruction.
- Awarded "Teacher of the Month" within 2 months of school opening.
- Selected as model teacher based upon positive interaction and relationship with students.
- Utilized technology resources, including smartboards and chromebook applications to develop lesson plans.
- Interacted with parents, teachers and administration to maintain productive communication throughout school year.
- Collaborated with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning and student engagement.
- Established weekly anecdotal records and portfolios in order to assess student progress.
- Applied proactive behavior management techniques for maintaining respectful, productive classroom culture.
- Earned positive feedback from parents regarding classroom instruction and student learning success.
Teacher
Norwood Elementary School
Oliver Springs, TN
07.2017 - 06.2019
- Fifth Grade (Departmentalized), July 2018 - June 2019
- Math and Science teacher for two 5th grade classes, consisting of 33 students total
- Model teacher for Anderson County's New Teacher Institute; hosted new educators in the program to observe Eureka Math lessons
- Attained high observational scores for the quality of math instruction, planning, and learning environment
- Created and enforced child-based hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Fostered positive, student-centered classroom environment by encouraging opinion sharing.
- Fifth Grade (Self Contained), July 2017 - July 2018
- Instructed all academic subject areas within an inclusive classroom consisting of 24 general education students, as well as individuals with learning challenges
- Advanced student reading levels to 89% of all children on or above grade level
- Received a score of 4.00 for Individual Growth (Single-year) Level of Overall Effectiveness.
Teaching Intern
Lenoir City Elementary School
Lenoir City, TN
10.2016 - 12.2017
- Planned and taught daily lessons in literacy and social studies for 18 students in an inclusive classroom setting
- Created and organized activities for collaborative groups to assess understanding of new concepts
- Attended grade level planning meetings with six teachers and academic coach.
Teaching Intern
Grand Oaks Elementary School
Clinton, TN
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Fifth Grade (Self Contained)
- Led lessons in literacy, science and social studies for 22 students in an inclusion setting with five students with IEPs
- Communicated student progress with families through parent/teacher conferences and written/phone communication
- Assisted in development of classroom management structure, respectful culture and collaborative classroom community
- Participated in after-school PLC (professional learning community) and staff meetings
- Collaborated with other teachers, academic coaches and administrators.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN05.2016
Master of Science - Theory And Practice in Teacher Education
The University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN05.2017
Skills
- Oral and Written Communication
- Problem Solving
- Team Player
- Leadership/Mentor
- Adaptability
- Self-motivation
Certification
Licensed Teacher: Certified in K - 6 Elementary Education
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
Timeline
5th and 6th Grade Math and History Teacher
Christ the King School
07.2020 - 05.2026
Teacher
Academy Of Math And Science
07.2019 - 01.2020
Teacher
Norwood Elementary School
07.2017 - 06.2019
Teaching Intern
Lenoir City Elementary School
10.2016 - 12.2017
Teaching Intern
Grand Oaks Elementary School
08.2016 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The University of Tennessee
Master of Science - Theory And Practice in Teacher Education
The University of Tennessee