Faith Wilson
Westerville,Ohio
Summary
Compassionate and student-centered elementary educator dedicated to creating engaging and supportive learning environments for diverse learners. Experienced in classroom management, differentiated instruction, and curriculum planning that supports students’ academic, social, and emotional growth. Adaptable and collaborative educator committed to building positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues while fostering confidence and success.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Student Teacher: Kindergarten
Robert Frost
Westerville, Ohio
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Assumed lead teaching responsibilities, independently managing classroom instruction, routines, and transitions while maintaining student engagement and positive behavior expectations.
- Led daily classroom instruction and routines, including Morning Meeting, Number Corner, and core academic subjects such as math, science, and social studies.
- Implemented district curriculum, including Bridges Mathematics, Wit & Wisdom, Heggerty, Geodes, and Foundations to support literacy and math development.
- Designed and taught a week-long health unit on healthy eating and medication safety aligned with elementary health standards.
- Co-designed and co-taught a week-long science unit in collaboration with a fellow student teacher and grade-level team.
- Conducted state and district assessments and used results to guide instruction and support student progress.
- Collaborated with cooperating teacher and grade-level team to adjust instruction and re-teach content based on student needs and assessment data.
- Advocated for student needs by collaborating with staff regarding speech services, interventions, and academic support.
- Participated in professional development, curriculum meetings, staff meetings, and Building Leadership Team (BLT) discussions.
Field Placement: Fifth Grade
Whittier
Westerville, Ohio
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Provided small-group and one-on-one instruction to reinforce student understanding of key academic concepts.
- Designed and facilitated hands-on, curriculum-aligned learning activities to support student engagement and comprehension.
- Supported classroom instruction and routines while building relationships with students to promote a positive learning environment.
- Observed and documented students’ academic, social, and behavioral development across multiple settings, including classroom instruction, gym, art, and recess.
Field Placement: Kindergarten/First Grade
Indianola Informal
Columbus, Ohio
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Designed and taught a hands-on math lesson on composing the numbers 5 and 10, aligned with Ohio learning standards.
- Planned and implemented a five-day science unit on sound and movement, increasing grade-level mastery from 4 out of 25 to 23 out of 25 students.
- Designed and implemented hands-on lessons to increase student engagement and support the understanding of key concepts.
- Adapted instruction using formative assessment to meet diverse learning needs.
Field Placement: Pre-Kindergarten
Westerville ELC
Westerville, Ohio
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Assessed student learning needs using multiple formative assessments to guide instruction.
- Designed targeted learning activities to support individual academic growth and development.
- Implemented sensory and motor activities to strengthen students’ fine and gross motor skills.
- Supported classroom routines and student interactions to promote a safe, engaging learning environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Otterbein University
Westerville, Ohio12.2025
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, Ohio05.2023
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Small-Group & Individualized Instruction
- Standards-Aligned Lesson Planning
- Formative & Summative Assessment
- Data-Informed Instruction
- Student Engagement Strategies
- Hands-On & Inquiry-Based Learning
- Classroom Management & Positive Behavior Support
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
- Collaborative Teaching & Team Planning
Certification
Ohio Resident Educator Teaching License - Primary Education PreK-5
Relevant Work Experience
Pre-Kindergarten Co-Teacher 05/2020 to Current
Learning Ladder Preschool and Daycare Westerville, Ohio
- Lead Daily morning meetings and circle time to build classroom structure and community.
- Design developmentally appropriate learning activities aligned with early childhood standards.
- Maintain clear classroom expectations and reinforce positive behavior and social-emotional development.
- Support students' emotional regulation and communication through guided play and modeled interactions.
Timeline
Student Teacher: Kindergarten
Robert Frost
08.2025 - 12.2025
Field Placement: Fifth Grade
Whittier
01.2025 - 04.2025
Field Placement: Kindergarten/First Grade
Indianola Informal
08.2024 - 12.2024
Field Placement: Pre-Kindergarten
Westerville ELC
01.2024 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Otterbein University
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Columbus State Community College