Lynsey Williams
Chattanooga,TN
Summary
Dedicated Kindergarten teacher with demonstrated ability to motivate and engage students in learning. Manages diverse classroom, assessing student progress and developing positive relationships with students and parents.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
The Ark Academy
08.2018 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Principal- Crystal Horvath +1 (423) 508-9103
Teacher Assistant
The Ark Academy
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Responded to student needs and questions promptly.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by effectively managing classroom behavior and addressing individual needs.
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials, ensuring alignment with curriculum objectives.
Young Lives Coordinator
YoungLife
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Promoted personal growth and spiritual development among students through one-on-one mentoring sessions and small group discussions.
- Evaluated program effectiveness by gathering feedback from both students and volunteer leaders, implementing changes based on recommendations as needed.
- Delivered dynamic presentations at local schools, effectively communicating Young Life''s mission while inviting students to participate in upcoming events and programs.
- Served as a positive role model for students by consistently demonstrating integrity, kindness, humility, and perseverance in daily interactions.
- Established strong relationships with students by creating a welcoming and supportive environment.
- Coordinated monthly outreach events designed to introduce new members to the Young Life community while strengthening existing friendships.
- Built strong rapport with school administrators by regularly attending meetings, providing updates on program initiatives, and offering support where needed.
- Area Director- Slate Fluker +1 (470) 564-8788
Certified Nursing Assistant
Brightmoore Hospice
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Supervisor- Misty Gatlin (470) 233-3054
Education
K-5 Elementary Education - Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05.2022
K-12 Special Education - Special Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05.2022
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Differentiated Instruction
- Parent-Teacher Communication
References
- Crystal Horvath- Principal
Contact- +1 (423) 508-9103
- Deven Wallace- Founder of The Ark Academy
Contact-+1 (423) 443-0862
- Christie Goins- Current Fellow Team Teacher
Contact-+1 (423) 715-3207
- Joanna Shoemate- Previous Co-worker
Contact-+1 (770) 530-7301
Timeline
Teacher
The Ark Academy
08.2018 - Current
Teacher Assistant
The Ark Academy
08.2016 - 05.2018
Young Lives Coordinator
YoungLife
01.2014 - 01.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Brightmoore Hospice
01.2012 - 01.2014
K-5 Elementary Education - Education
Western Governors University
K-12 Special Education - Special Education
Western Governors University
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