Crystal Wagoner
Salisbury,North Carolina
Summary
Twenty five year veteran teacher in the Rowan Salisbury School System. Skilled communicator and relationship builder. Committed to positively impacting students both academically and emotionally. Champion of students and teachers. Constant seeker of improvement. Active member of school community.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
7th and 8th Grade Language Arts Teacher
China Grove Middle School
China Grove, NC
07.2021 - Current
- Facilitated small group discussions to encourage critical thinking skills in students.
- Planned and delivered effective standards based instruction that supports student achievement
- Implemented differentiated instruction based on individual student needs.
- Created a positive classroom environment that fostered learning and collaboration among peers.
- Created engaging and challenging lesson plans that incorporate a variety of instructional strategies and resources.
- Used formative and summative assessments as part of the PDSA process to evaluate student progress and adjust instruction as needed.
- Collaborated with colleagues and participated in school wide initiatives
- Coordinated special school events such as the Fall Festival, Hispanic Heritage Night, and grade level field trips.
- Attended educational conferences such as the Innovative School Summit and the North Carolina Academically Gifted and Talented Conference.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and communicate with regularly with families.
- Served as United Way representative for the school.
- Mentored beginning teachers.
- Served on the Teacher Led Design Team.
Principal Intern
Faith Elementary School
Faith , North Carolina
05.2020 - 05.2021
- Assisted the principal with the day to day operations of the school, including managing staff.
- Build positive relationships with students, families, and community members.
- Managed student discipline.
- Provided instructional leadership and support to teachers through professional development.
- Participated in the hiring and evaluation of staff, and provide ongoing feedback and support.
- Served as school testing coordinator.
- Worked with community organizations such as Child Protective Services to ensure the safety of students.
- Coordinated drill procedures
3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Teacher
Landis/Faith Elementary School
Landis/Faith, NC
08.1999 - 05.2021
- Provided an enriched learning environment with hands-on activities, field trips, guest speakers, and other interactive experiences.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods and best practices.
- Created a safe learning environment that fostered respect for diversity among peers.
- Assessed student progress through tests, quizzes, projects, and other assignments.
- Organized after school tutoring sessions for students needing extra support.
- Monitored student behavior in accordance with school policies and procedures.
- Managed discipline issues in accordance with school policies while maintaining a respectful attitude towards all students.
- Built strong relationships with parents by communicating regularly about their child's academic performance.
- Provided differentiated instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Led parent-teacher conferences throughout the school year to discuss student progress.
- Incorporated state standards into lesson plans to prepare students for standardized testing.
- Maintained accurate records of student grades and attendance according to district guidelines.
- Encouraged positive behavior management strategies in the classroom.
- Advised members of the Student Council regarding service projects or fundraising initiatives.
- Integrated technology into daily instruction including SMART boards, computers, tablets.
- Planned special events such as field day or end of year ceremonies.
- Established a system of classroom rules and procedures to ensure a productive learning atmosphere.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum design and development for 4th and 5th grade classes.
- Utilized various instructional techniques such as lecture, discussion groups, cooperative learning activities.
- Handled challenging classroom behaviors with positive and affirming techniques.
- Maintained safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
- Implemented multiple methods to improve student educational success.
- Administered tests and assessed results to evaluate student understanding of material.
- Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
- Improved delivery of instruction by analyzing and distilling test data to identify opportunities for intervention and enrichment.
- Supported student teachers.
- Received Teacher of the Year and Love My Teacher recognition.
Education
Masters - School Administration
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NC05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC12-1998
Licensure - Academically Gifted Education
University of North Carolina Wilmington
Wilmington, NCLicensure - Curriculum And Instruction
University of North Carolina Charlotte
CharlotteSkills
- Student Champion
- Goal Driven
- Collaboration
- Technology Integration
- Communication
- Organization
- Relationship builder
- Relatability
- Seeker of continuous improvement in my field
Timeline
7th and 8th Grade Language Arts Teacher
China Grove Middle School
07.2021 - Current
Principal Intern
Faith Elementary School
05.2020 - 05.2021
3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Teacher
Landis/Faith Elementary School
08.1999 - 05.2021
Masters - School Administration
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Appalachian State University
Licensure - Academically Gifted Education
University of North Carolina Wilmington
Licensure - Curriculum And Instruction
University of North Carolina Charlotte
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