Hailee Wilcox
Sahuarita,AZ
Summary
Dedicated early childhood teacher with special education experience that is motivated and able to engage students in learning. Manages diverse classroom, while assessing student progress and developing positive relationships with students and parents.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher, Kindergarten
Continental Elementary School
08.2022 - Current
- Continuously assessed student performance through various methods, allowing for targeted instructional adjustments based on individual needs.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and ensure individual student success.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and enhance teaching skills.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to ensure accountability and inform instructional decisions.
- Coordinated after-school tutoring sessions for students requiring additional support in specific subject areas.
- Developed strong partnerships with parents, maintaining open lines of communication and encouraging collaboration in supporting student growth.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, creating a more cohesive learning environment for students.
- Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management to enhance learning results.
- Created, managed, and participated in variety of learning environments and activities to support opportunities for students to develop full potential and achieve learning objectives.
- Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Helped struggling students by motivating and encouraging kids to reach full potential.
Teacher, Special Education K-2
Continental Elementary School
08.2019 - 08.2023
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
Teacher, Preschool
Child Parent Centers, Head Start
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Enhanced classroom management through the use of positive reinforcement techniques and clear expectations for behavior.
- Cultivated a love for learning among students by creating an inclusive atmosphere that celebrated diversity and encouraged curiosity about the world around them.
- Organized extracurricular events and field trips to supplement classroom learning and expose students to new experiences.
- Evaluated student progress through ongoing assessments and provided constructive feedback on performance.
- Assisted and supervised 16 children through entire school day.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
Education Specialist - Teacher
Midwest New Mexico CAP, Head Start
08.2007 - 05.2017
- Met with parents and guardians to assist in understanding and supporting educational objectives, learning expectations and behavior standards.
- Increased participation and concentration while reinforcing classroom discipline by modeling acceptable behavior and respect for others.
- Assessed individual student needs to create lesson plans addressing academic strengths and interests of students, while fostering development, and growth.
- Reviewed teacher performance and suggested improvements.
- Developed teacher hiring and training program to inspire teachers and maintain performance levels.
- Collaborated with other teachers to share best practices and implement effective teaching strategies across the school.
- Mentored new teachers in effective instructional strategies, contributing to a supportive professional community within the school.
- Evaluated student work using formative assessments and provided constructive feedback, promoting continuous improvement in academic performance.
- Developed solutions to improve performance.
- Established a positive classroom environment, fostering mutual respect and open communication among students.
- Implemented data-driven instruction by regularly assessing student progress and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
- Developed community education programming events and other activities designed to increase and improve educational outcomes.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
The University of Arizona Global Campus
Chandler, AZ10-2019
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ashford University
San Diego, CA09-2018
Bachelor of Arts - Independent Studies
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM05-2011
Skills
- First aid and safety
- Classroom Organization
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Nutrition and Health
- Documentation And Reporting
- Special Needs Support
- Social-emotional learning
- Classroom Management
- Emotional Support
- Group and individual instruction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Student assessment
Timeline
Teacher, Kindergarten
Continental Elementary School
08.2022 - Current
Teacher, Special Education K-2
Continental Elementary School
08.2019 - 08.2023
Teacher, Preschool
Child Parent Centers, Head Start
08.2017 - 05.2019
Education Specialist - Teacher
Midwest New Mexico CAP, Head Start
08.2007 - 05.2017
Master of Arts - Special Education
The University of Arizona Global Campus
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ashford University
Bachelor of Arts - Independent Studies
New Mexico State University
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