Brooke Wilson
Brentwood,Tennessee
Summary
Dedicated educator with over 10 years of experience in early childhood education. Skilled in organizational skills, problem-solving, and conflict resolution. Committed to fostering a nurturing classroom environment that teaches students how to use curious listening skills with others and creating learning experiences to take out into the real world allowing students to play their role in God's larger story.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Spiritual Formational Advisor for TFT
King's Academy Nashville
Nashville, TN
07.2024 - Current
- Responsible for training new teachers in our Spiritual Curriculum called Teaching for Transformation.
- Implement Teaching for Transformation's practices into my own classroom and helping my colleagues implement those practices into their teaching and classroom as well.
- Spearhead a yearly event called Celebration of Learning where students get to share with family and community members about their learning and how they participated in God's Story through their academics.
Kindergarten Teacher
King's Academy Nashville
Nashville, TN
07.2021 - Current
- A founding Teacher who helped create King's Academy's ethos and curriculum in it's founding year up until the present.
- Started a recycling program for the school teaching students about being Earth Keepers and what it means to care for our Earth.
- Creating lesson plans that go beyond the classroom teaching students to see the real needs, of real people, in the real world.
- Structured classroom management that fosters a relationally safe environment where students learn to celebrate their mistakes as learning opportunities.
- Collaborate with colleagues to develop age-appropriate educational curriculum backed by brain based scientific research.
- Facilitated communication with parents regarding student progress and classroom activities as well as going to student's activities outside of school to foster relationships.
- Implemented daily routines that encourage social interaction, problem solving, and teamwork among students.
- Observed student behavior to identify individual needs and adapt teaching methods accordingly.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching skills and knowledge of early childhood education.
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging hands on activities, games and lessons.
Para Professional at Crockette Elementary PreK
Williamson County Schools
Brentwood, TN
07.2020 - 08.2021
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting with the Lead Teacher, Speech Therapist, and Occupational Therapist, providing support and guidance for each student.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed to care for students social, emotional, physical, and academic needs.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Helped the classroom Lead Teacher implement individual student goals through small group instruction and daily observations of students at play.
- Created small group lessons that targeted specific state standards for students as well as making adaptations for students with special needs and learning differences.
Lead Preschool Teacher
The Covenant School
Nashville, TN
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance early childhood learning experiences.
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment to encourage social and emotional growth among students.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss student progress and address individual needs effectively.
- Established routines and classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning atmosphere.
- Coordinated with school administration to align teaching methods with educational standards and goals.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop curriculum and share best practices, improving overall classroom effectiveness.
- Attended professional development workshops regularly, staying up-to-date with current early childhood education trends and techniques for enhanced instruction quality.
Preschool Teacher
Woodmont Baptist Preschool
Nashville, TN
08.2012 - 05.2019
- Developed engaging lesson plans that fostered early childhood learning and development.
- Implemented age-appropriate activities promoting social, emotional, and cognitive skills.
- Established a nurturing classroom environment emphasizing positive interactions among children.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's educational progress and developmental milestones.
Junior Achievement Instructional Manager
Junior Achievement
Nashville, TN
07.2006 - 05.2008
- Coordinated with Teachers grades 4-6th who were implementing Junior Achievement's Curriculum which lead up to their visit to our site at JA BizTown.
- Led training sessions for educators on effective teaching strategies using Junior Achievement's Curriculum in their own classrooms.
- Helped assist in volunteer trainings for teachers and parents who were serving as a volunteer in Junior Achievement's BizTown during their school's visit.
2nd and 4th Grade Teacher
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools
Nashville, TN
07.2003 - 07.2006
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Fostered a positive learning environment to enhance student participation and collaboration.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Human Ecology
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN05-2022
Skills
- Relationship building
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Problem-solving
- Conflict resolution
- Training and mentoring
- Emotional intelligence
Certification
Narrative Focused Trauma Level 1 Certification through the Allender Center in Seattle, WA 2018-2019
Certification from the Deeper Learning in Christian School Conference led by Joanna and Steven Levy June 23-28, 2024
Timeline
Spiritual Formational Advisor for TFT
King's Academy Nashville
07.2024 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
King's Academy Nashville
07.2021 - Current
Para Professional at Crockette Elementary PreK
Williamson County Schools
07.2020 - 08.2021
Lead Preschool Teacher
The Covenant School
07.2019 - 07.2020
Preschool Teacher
Woodmont Baptist Preschool
08.2012 - 05.2019
Junior Achievement Instructional Manager
Junior Achievement
07.2006 - 05.2008
2nd and 4th Grade Teacher
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools
07.2003 - 07.2006
Master of Science - Elementary Education
University of Tennessee
Bachelor of Science - Human Ecology
University of Tennessee