David Whaley
Johnson City
Summary
Dynamic educator with proven expertise in classroom and behavior management from roles at Johnson City Schools. Excelled in fostering student engagement and spearheading professional development. Demonstrated critical thinking and relationship building, leading sports teams to victories and enhancing school-wide curriculum.
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Wellness/Gap Lab Teacher/Head Varsity Girls Basketball Coach
Johnson City Schools
09.2002 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Led professional development workshops for peers on effective classroom management techniques.
Physical Education Teacher
Unicoi County Schools
08.1994 - 09.2022
- Organized annual field days and sports tournaments, promoting physical activity and healthy competition among students.
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
- Created a safe and inclusive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations for behavior and respect among students.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
- Served as a coach for various school sports teams, leading them to numerous victories and successful seasons.
Education
Masters in Administration And Supervision - Educational Administration
Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, TN12-2000
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN05-1993
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
Timeline
Wellness/Gap Lab Teacher/Head Varsity Girls Basketball Coach
Johnson City Schools
09.2002 - Current
Physical Education Teacher
Unicoi County Schools
08.1994 - 09.2022
Masters in Administration And Supervision - Educational Administration
Lincoln Memorial University
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
East Tennessee State University
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