Heidi Walter
Edmond
Summary
Dynamic educator and business owner with a proven track record in relationship building and community outreach. Recognized as 'Teacher of the Year' for innovative teaching practices and success in creating outdoor classrooms that enhance hands-on learning. Committed to fostering community connections and enhancing civic participation through impactful educational initiatives.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructor/Educator
Edmond Public Schools
08.2007 - Current
- Developed and delivered daily lessons and activities for large, diverse student population to foster inclusive learning environment
- Introduce and guide class mock trials for Boston Massacre
- Utilize local attractions as instructional tools
- Recognized by peers: voted "Teacher of the Year" and district finalist
- Created and maintained outdoor classroom featuring gardens, compost, and rain barrel system to enhance hands-on learning experiences over six years
- National winner-ExploraVision Science Competition, numerous regional winners
- Built school store with students where student created products were sold
Owner/Community Liason
Papa Murphy's Take And Bake Pizza
05.2006 - Current
- Created multiple fundraising events for local critically ill children, designed marketing materials and participated in media events for promotion
- Cultivated strong client relationships, leading to increased repeat business and referrals
- Assessed customer needs and proposed tailored solutions to enhance satisfaction
- Coordinated trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with businesses, and attract new customers
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Black Hills State University
Spearfish, SD12-1998
Skills
- Innovative teaching
- Inclusive teaching
- Engaging instruction
- Educational outreach
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Relationship building
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Reliability
Hobbies
- Gardening
- Running/walking/swimming
- Cooking
- Games/puzzles
Accomplishments
- National Winner of NSTA-Exploravision Science Competition 2014
-Attended White House Science Fair - Oklahoma Science Teacher of the Year 2025
- Master Teacher Designation 25-27
-State of Oklahoma Teacher Empowerment Program
Timeline
Instructor/Educator
Edmond Public Schools
08.2007 - Current
Owner/Community Liason
Papa Murphy's Take And Bake Pizza
05.2006 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Black Hills State University