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Karen Wigfall

Karen Wigfall

Milwaukee,Wisconsin

Summary

Dynamic educator with experience at Milwaukee Public Schools, excelling in behavior management and skill development. Proven ability to enhance student learning outcomes through tailored support and engaging activities. Adept at fostering a positive classroom environment while maintaining organized records and facilitating effective communication among students and staff.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Milwaukee Public Schools

Milwaukee Tool
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
10.2023 - Current
  • Assisted classroom teacher with daily instruction and management of student activities.
  • Provided personalized support through small group instruction and hands-on activities.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods, including lunch and recess.
  • Supported students with academic instruction and assignment completion.
  • Managed classroom technology and guided students in utilizing educational software.
  • Delivered tailored educational, behavioral, and emotional support to students.

Paraprofessional

Teachers On Call, a Kelly-Company
South Milwaukee, WI
01.2020 - 06.2024
  • Facilitated daily instruction and management of student activities alongside classroom teacher.
  • Monitored student performance, documenting academic progress and attendance records.
  • Assisted students with academic tasks and assignments to enhance learning outcomes.

Lead Teacher

Grisby Learning Development Centers
Milwaukee, WI
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
  • Organized activities to promote physical, mental and social development of each child.

Clerical Assistant

Stella's Property Management
Milwaukee, WI
01.2008 - 01.2009
  • Maintained organized office records while ensuring adequate supply levels for peak team performance.
  • Assisted with bookkeeping tasks, including invoicing and tracking expenses.

Education

Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee
01.2004

Lead Teacher Certificate -

Community Coordinated Childcare
Milwaukee

General Education Diploma -

West Division School of the Arts
Milwaukee

Skills

  • Behavior management and enforcement
  • Activity organization and leadership
  • Skill development and teaching
  • Child observation and evaluation
  • Group reading sessions
  • Basic needs assistance
  • Material provision and exploration
  • Child assimilation support
  • Nutritional meal service
  • Personal hygiene education
  • Lesson support for high school students
  • Focus maintenance in learning environments

Professional Certifications And Development

  • Childcare 1&2, 01/01/07
  • Assistant Childcare Teacher, 01/01/07
  • Child Abuse & Neglect, 01/01/07
  • Shaken Baby Syndrome’s, 01/01/07
  • Early Childhood Education – (CCII), 01/01/07
  • Lead Teacher, 01/01/07
  • Infant – Toddler Care Course, 01/01/07

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Milwaukee Public Schools

Milwaukee Tool
10.2023 - Current

Paraprofessional

Teachers On Call, a Kelly-Company
01.2020 - 06.2024

Lead Teacher

Grisby Learning Development Centers
01.2009 - 01.2010

Clerical Assistant

Stella's Property Management
01.2008 - 01.2009

Milwaukee Area Technical College

Lead Teacher Certificate -

Community Coordinated Childcare

General Education Diploma -

West Division School of the Arts

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