Erika Wimmer
Princeton,United States
Summary
Passionate teacher with excellent written and verbal communication skills offering expertise gleaned from 14 years of diverse experience in education. Organized and dependable candidate, successful at managing multiple priorities, and highly motivated to continue supporting students by supporting future educators. National Board certified in early/middle childhood literacy.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Mercer County Board Of Education
Princeton, WV
08.2011 - 06.2022
- Instructed classes of up to 25 elementary-aged students in core educational principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter
- Actively fostered relationships with students based upon mutual respect
- Incorporated multiple types of evidence-based teaching strategies and best practices into classroom
- Adapted curriculum to student need when necessary
- Led after-school program for at-risk students to work on learning skills and provide safe after-school environment
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity through hands-on learning and activities based on identified student interests
- Implemented best training practices and adult learning principles to train and support teachers in structured literacy
- Productively collaborated with colleagues on both school and county levels to improve variety of student experiences and outcomes
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies
Virtual Instructor
West Virginia Department Of Education
Charleston, WV
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Tracked 22 students' progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems
- Frequently added to and adapted course content to deliver reading instruction based on science of reading
- Increased student participation by facilitating interesting and relevant virtual events
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians about student progress, technical issues, and connections to brick-and-mortar classroom activities
- Evaluated student work and provided written and oral corrective feedback in positive manner
- Implemented technologies such as Microsoft Teams, Canva, YouTube, and PowerPoint to engage students in virtual meetings and increase attendance
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Marshall University
Huntington, WV12.2014
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Marshall University
Huntington, WV12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-6
Concord University
Athens, WV12.2009
High School Diploma -
Princeton High School
Princeton, WV06.1992
Skills
- Coaching and Mentoring Educators
- Instructional Materials Creation
- Online Teaching
- Student-Centered Learning
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Instructional Strategies
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Elementary Content Expertise
- Excellent Interpersonal and Written Communication Skills
- Technology-Based Teaching and Communication
- Word Processing, Data Entry, Email, Online Learning Platforms
- Customer Service
Timeline
Virtual Instructor
West Virginia Department Of Education
09.2020 - 06.2021
Teacher
Mercer County Board Of Education
08.2011 - 06.2022
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Marshall University
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Marshall University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-6
Concord University
High School Diploma -
Princeton High School
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