LYNNAE WHITEHEAD
Summary
Enthusiastic, innovative, self-directed educator committed to providing an engaging and collaborative learning environment for all students.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Studies Teacher
Mentor Public Schools
Mentor, OH
08.2023 - Current
- Provided individualized instruction for struggling students in order to help them achieve their academic goals.
- Created lesson plans using AI and supporting technology to promote differentiated learning experiences.
- Collaborated with IT department and Technology Director as a member of the District Technology Steering Committee
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Developed lesson plans to integrate technology while adhering to SDPA's and district approved programs
Social Studies Teacher
Buckeye Junior High School
Medina, OH
08.2020 - 06.2023
- Integrated technology into classroom settings to engage students and diversify instruction.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques based on individual needs of learners in the classroom.
- Evaluated textbooks and supplemental materials used in the curriculum
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Created and led professional development for the district
Head Varsity Girls Coach
Buckeye High School
Medina, OH
06.2020 - 06.2023
- Organized and implemented training sessions, drills and exercises to improve technique, agility and strength.
- Instructed players on proper techniques, strategies, rules and regulations of the sport.
- Analyzed performance data to identify areas of improvement for individuals or teams.
- Communicated effectively with parents, administrators, officials, media personnel and other coaches regarding team activities or concerns.
Customer Solutions
RVshare
Akron, OH
06.2016 - 08.2019
- Provided customer support for the first and largest peer-to-peer Recreational Vehicle rental company
- Collaborated with product development team to enhance business processes and design new productivity tools
- Coordinated with sales team to solve problems and develop relationships with owners groups
- Processed financial adjustments and coordinated payments with finance team
- Trained new hires and summer interns on company policies, processes, and systems related to customer service
- Worked closely with IT department to troubleshoot technical issues impacting customers' experience
Education
Master of Education - Educational Technology
Kent State University
05-2024
Bachelor of Science in Education - Integrated Social Studies
Kent State University
05-2020
Skills
- Integrated multidisciplinary lessons
- Creative Unit Planning
- Inquiry processes
- Instructional Best Practices
- Classroom Management
- Learner Assessment
- Technology Implementation
- Student Development
- Team Development
- Group Leadership
Certification
- National Council for the Social Studies - member and 2019 conference attendee
- Kent State Education Association - Social Justice Workshop
- Google Classroom
- Fundamentals of Coaching
- BCI/FBI PAP
- CPR First Aid
- Concussion Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Related Experience
- Kenston High School, Practicum and Student Teacher, 2019-2020
- RVshare, Customer Solutions, 2016-2020
- Child Care Provider & Tutor, Provide childcare for infants through early teens, 2015-2020
- Basketball Coach, Kenston High School - Volunteer Assistant Coach, 2019-2020
- Basketball Coach, Kent State University - On-Court Manager, 2017-2019
Accomplishments
- Earned the International Travel Award through Kent State University and attended the EdTech World Forum 2023 in London, England
Timeline
Social Studies Teacher
Mentor Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Social Studies Teacher
Buckeye Junior High School
08.2020 - 06.2023
Head Varsity Girls Coach
Buckeye High School
06.2020 - 06.2023
Customer Solutions
RVshare
06.2016 - 08.2019
Master of Education - Educational Technology
Kent State University
Bachelor of Science in Education - Integrated Social Studies
Kent State University
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