Elizabeth Woolwine
Forest,VA
Summary
Welcoming and Nurturing Lead Preschool Teacher, dedicated to supporting emotional, social, and academic development of children. Certified in CPR and first aid. Adept at organizing educational opportunities for children between the ages of 2 and 11.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Preschool Teacher, 2-year-olds
St. Andrew Preschool
08.2022 - Current
- Apply play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Promote physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse indoor and outside activities.
- Utilize literacy, music, sensory learning, and daily art opportunities (process & guided) to engage students.
- Communicate regularly with parents to build and maintain positive support networks.
On-Air Host of "Mission Moment"
Timberlake United Methodist Church
06.2021 - Current
- Interview "mission moment" guests weekly about mission-related opportunities through the church and local community.
- Inform church members about events and opportunities to support church mission, which is to reach, feed, and release people to be the hands and feet of Jesus.
- Research mission topics for interview opportunities.
- Oversee all filming and mic-use during interviews.
Fitness Instructor
Self-Employed
09.2019 - Current
- Design exercise classes to provide an effective and fun experience for all participants
- Teach in person and recorded workouts for "On Demand" participants (started during the initial phase of Covid-19)
- Maintain personal website, record and edit workouts for online participants
- Cultivate positive relationships with participants by interacting with group during fitness classes and through online groups for virtual participants
- Explain and demonstrate safe and appropriate exercises for clients of various fitness and physical abilities.
Preschool Director
Timberlake United Methodist Church
07.2018 - 01.2019
- Supervised teaching staff and resolved issues.
- Hired and trained new preschool employees.
- Established school policies and communicated to staff and parents for well-coordinated and high-quality daily operations.
- Oversaw interview and hiring process of classroom personnel for selection of high-quality teachers and staff.
5th Grade Teacher
Henrico County Public Schools
07.2010 - 06.2013
- Planned lessons in all 5th grade subjects according to district and state standards to provide a comprehensive education for all students.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Assessed student progress through daily informal observations as well as formal weekly and bi-monthly examinations.
Reading & Math Intervention Teacher
Henrico County Public Schools
02.2010 - 06.2010
- Taught reading and math to small groups in 5th grade.
- Designed or used assessments to monitor student learning outcomes.
- Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
- Implemented tracking tools to evaluate successes and areas in need of improvement.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
- Assessed and documented student progress with established goals.
- Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
Substitute Teacher, PreK-12
Henrico County Public Schools
01.2010 - 02.2010
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Received recommendations by teachers for a permanent position based on excellent performance.
Kindergarten Student Teacher
West Salem Elementary
09.2009 - 12.2009
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
- Conferred with qualified teacher to establish instructional targets and prepare lessons to cover source topics.
- Instructed as lead teacher for at least 200 hours
Music & Creative Movement Preschool Teacher
Noah’s Landing Preschool
09.2008 - 05.2009
- Taught music and movement to 2-, 3-, and 4- year- olds
- Exposed children to a variety of music and rhythms
- Encouraged students to participate in a group, while developing social skills and awareness of movement and body positions
- Teaching children how to develop creativity and imagination through music and movement
- Planned and executed Christmas program for families of students
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching, Elementary Education PreK-6
Hollins University
Roanoke, VA06.2011
Bachelor of Arts - English, Media Arts & Design
James Madison University
Harrisonburg05.2008
Skills
- Computer Proficiency, including graphic design and video editing
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Reading Instruction
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Interviewing & On-Air Personality
Affiliations
- President’s List at James Madison University: Spring & Fall 2006
- Association for Women in Communications, JMU Chapter President ‘07-‘08
- Alpha Phi Sorority, 2006-2008
- Student Virginia Education Association (SVEA) member, 2009
Timeline
Lead Preschool Teacher, 2-year-olds
St. Andrew Preschool
08.2022 - Current
On-Air Host of "Mission Moment"
Timberlake United Methodist Church
06.2021 - Current
Fitness Instructor
Self-Employed
09.2019 - Current
Preschool Director
Timberlake United Methodist Church
07.2018 - 01.2019
5th Grade Teacher
Henrico County Public Schools
07.2010 - 06.2013
Reading & Math Intervention Teacher
Henrico County Public Schools
02.2010 - 06.2010
Substitute Teacher, PreK-12
Henrico County Public Schools
01.2010 - 02.2010
Kindergarten Student Teacher
West Salem Elementary
09.2009 - 12.2009
Music & Creative Movement Preschool Teacher
Noah’s Landing Preschool
09.2008 - 05.2009
Master of Arts - Teaching, Elementary Education PreK-6
Hollins University
Bachelor of Arts - English, Media Arts & Design
James Madison University
Similar Profiles
Moira McAllister-SandersMoira McAllister-Sanders
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher at Lutheran Church of St. Andrew PreschoolPre-Kindergarten Teacher at Lutheran Church of St. Andrew Preschool
Amy Powderly RNAmy Powderly RN
School Nurse at St. Andrew-St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School/Milford Exempted School DistrictSchool Nurse at St. Andrew-St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School/Milford Exempted School District
Rev. Mark PrenticeRev. Mark Prentice
Incumbent (Senior Pastor) at St. John the Baptist with St. Andrew (MIE)Incumbent (Senior Pastor) at St. John the Baptist with St. Andrew (MIE)
April SargeantApril Sargeant
Teacher at Boonsboro Elementary SchoolTeacher at Boonsboro Elementary School
Olivia CowdreyOlivia Cowdrey
Server at The Virginian HotelServer at The Virginian Hotel