Lead Teacher
Brittany Sprouse
Warwick River Christian School
Newport News,VA
1
Certification
10
years of professional experience
Dedicated and compassionate Christian educator with over four years of experience creating a safe, nurturing, and Christ-centered learning environment for the youth. Passionate about helping children grow academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually while partnering with families to support each child's development. Currently completing a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with an expected graduation of December 2026.
Work History
Lead Teacher
4 Years 7 Months- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligning with curriculum standards.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to enhance student learning and participation.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
- Mentored junior teachers, providing guidance on instructional strategies and classroom management.
- Facilitated student exploration of concepts through engaging activities in a structured environment.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments, adjusting instruction to meet diverse needs.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
Supervisor
11 Months- Demonstrated commitment to the organization's core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
- Managed diverse team, promoting inclusive work environment that leveraged individual strengths.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure exceptional guest service and satisfaction.
- Improved customer satisfaction with prompt and courteous resolution of inquiries and complaints.
- Boosted team morale and performance, organizing regular training sessions and motivational meetings.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Monitored staff performance and provided constructive feedback for continuous development.
- Trained and mentored team members to enhance performance and efficiency.
- Developed staff skills through targeted training programs, resulting in improved performance and career growth opportunities.
- Implemented rewards and recognition program that significantly increased employee engagement and satisfaction.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
Supervisor
4 Years- Oversaw daily operations to ensure exceptional guest service and satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored team members to enhance performance and efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows and reduced wait times.
- Managed inventory controls to ensure availability of necessary supplies and equipment.
- Resolved guest complaints promptly, maintaining high standards of customer care.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Collaborated with management to develop training programs tailored to team needs.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
- Increased customer retention rates by implementing customer feedback into actionable improvements.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Clinical And Counseling Psychology
- 3.65 GPA
- Awarded Badge of Completion in 2024 for Research Psychology.
- I have been attending Regent University since August 2020. Due to working full time, being a mother to two children, and traveling due to military it has taken me longer than usual to complete college. I put my trust in God and I know He is leading me to use this degree to teach children.
Skills
Christ-centered Education
Leadership
Problem solving
Childcare needs
Lesson planning
Activity planning
Conflict resolution
Classroom management
Child development
Positive Behavior modeling
Parent-teacher communication
Safety awareness
Student engagement
Educational leadership
STREAMIN3 training
Safety procedures
Adaptability
Certification
CPR and First Aid Certified.
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Warwick River Christian School
12.2021 - CurrentRead More
Supervisor
Nooks & Crannies Cleaning
08.2020 - 07.2021Read More
Supervisor
Towne Park
05.2016 - 05.2020Read More
Regent University
Bachelor of Science from Clinical And Counseling Psychology
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