JAMES WAINWRIGHT
Conshohocken,PA
Summary
A multi year teacher with multiple certifications, ready to bring a high level of enthusiasm to the classroom. Passionate about creating trusting and productive relationships with students, parents, and administration.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
6th Grade Autistic Support Teacher
Drexel Hill Middle School
Drexel Hill, PA
08.2022 - Current
- Presented subject matter to students in easy-to-understand terms to maximize learning opportunities.
- Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for students.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Evaluated student academic and social growth and prepared progress reports on individual pupil improvement.
Student Teacher Intern
State College Area School District
State College, PA
09.2020 - 05.2022
- Experience in a 5th grade classroom, 2 6th grade social studies and ELA classrooms, a 7th grade learning support classroom, and a middle school autistic support classroom.
- Worked with mentor teacher to plan instructional goals and lesson activities covering required topics.
- Observed educators teaching various lessons, interacting with students and managing classrooms to gain insight and understanding of duties and responsibilities.
Camp Counselor
Greater Plymouth Community Center
Plymouth Meeting, PA
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Ensured campers were following rules and having a good time.
Student Scheduler
Warnock Dinning Hall
University Park, PA
05.2021
- Prepared and served food to customers, ensuring quality and presentation standards were met.
- Collaborated with management and student employees to develop efficient work schedules.
- Conducted orientation for new employees to ensure understanding of policies and procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Plymouth-Whitemarsh Senior High School
Plymouth Meeting, PA01.2017
Master of Science - Special Education
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PABachelor of Science - Middle Level Education Social Studies Focus
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PASkills
- Passion for anything
- Detail-oriented
- Approachable
- Work well with others
- Problem solving
- Individualized instruction
Activities
- Sergeant-at-Arms of Alpha Phi Omega Co-ed service fraternity, 2017, 2022
- Penn State Homecoming Parade Captain, 2019, 2020
- THON Rules & Regulations Security Leader, 2020, 2022
- Spring Break Volunteer, Windy Gap Camp North Carolina, 2019, 2022
Timeline
6th Grade Autistic Support Teacher
Drexel Hill Middle School
08.2022 - Current
Student Scheduler
Warnock Dinning Hall
05.2021
Student Teacher Intern
State College Area School District
09.2020 - 05.2022
Camp Counselor
Greater Plymouth Community Center
06.2019 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
Plymouth-Whitemarsh Senior High School
Master of Science - Special Education
Pennsylvania State University
Bachelor of Science - Middle Level Education Social Studies Focus
Pennsylvania State University