Denise Whitley
Indianola,MS
Summary
Diligent Early Education Coach with solid background in administrative support. Proven track record in streamlining office operations and enhancing team productivity through effective coordination and organization. Demonstrated expertise in managing schedules and handling communication efficiently.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Athletic Administrator Assistant
Sunflower Consolidated School District
08.2015 - Current
- Supervise coaches, sports teams, and athletic departments in the school district.
- Initiate fundraising events and allocate money.
- Dissolve sports teams, hire coaches, and fire employees.
- Supervise the ordering of equipment and scheduling of events games and matches.
- Coordinated professional development for physical education instructors district-wide.
Educator
Sunflower Consolidated School District
08.1997 - Current
- Pre-K Instructor, (2020-present)
- Physical Education Instructor, (2003 – Present)
- Second Grade Instructor, (1999 – 2003)
- Kindergarten Instructor, (1997 – 1998)
Teacher
Sunflower County Consolidated School District
08.1997 - 05.2025
- 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.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
Education
Alternate Route in Educational Administration -
Coahoma Community College
Clarksdale, MS01.2009
Educational Leadership - undefined
Delta State University
Cleveland, MS01.2008
Masters in Elementary Education - undefined
MS Valley State University
Itta Bena, MS01.2000
Elementary Education, Bachelor - undefined
MS Valley State University
Itta Bena, MS01.1997
Educational Psychology, Bachelor - undefined
Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS01.1993
Skills
- Customer engagement
- Supervising staff
- Verbal communication
- File organization
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Task prioritization
Accomplishments
- Over twenty years of teaching experience at the elementary level.
- Organized and implemented different performances in the school district and community, such as: drummers, steppers boys and girls, square dance groups, praise dance groups, and dribbling team.
- Organized educational performances for B.B. King Museum and Indianola Promise Community (IPC).
- Basketball official for over 10 years.
- Clock operator for sports for over 8 years.
- Coached high school softball for 5 years.
- Coached intramural basketball.
Certification
- MAPQSL Certification 2021
- Official Basketball/Football 2001-present
- CDL License 1997-present
Timeline
Athletic Administrator Assistant
Sunflower Consolidated School District
08.2015 - Current
Teacher
Sunflower County Consolidated School District
08.1997 - 05.2025
Educator
Sunflower Consolidated School District
08.1997 - Current
Educational Leadership - undefined
Delta State University
Masters in Elementary Education - undefined
MS Valley State University
Elementary Education, Bachelor - undefined
MS Valley State University
Educational Psychology, Bachelor - undefined
Alcorn State University
Alternate Route in Educational Administration -
Coahoma Community College
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