Marcy Herman-Whiting
Riverside,CA
Summary
Accomplished educator with extensive experience at Moreno Valley Unified School District, excelling in curriculum development and differentiated instruction. Leveraged collaborative teamwork and technology integration to enhance student achievement and foster inclusive learning environments. Proven track record in boosting reading proficiency and implementing effective classroom management strategies.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Moreno Valley Unified School District
2015.08 - 2024.06
- Cultivated open lines of communication with parents and guardians to provide regular updates on student performance and promptly address their concerns.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Worked closely with colleagues to create transdisciplinary learning opportunities, fostering students' comprehension across diverse subjects.
- Inspired a growth mindset by motivating students to set academic and behavior goals, tackle challenges, and persist in the face of obstacles.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Implemented Student Centered Instruction and hands-on activities to reinforce fundamental concepts, boosting student motivation and participation.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as field trips and special events, enriching the educational experience for all students involved.
- Created an environment for project-based learning methodologies and Inquiry Based Learning to foster critical thinking and real-world problem-solving skills according to the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme.
- Boosted reading proficiency with targeted phonics and phonemic awareness instruction.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
Reading Specialist/Reading Intervention Specialist
Moreno Valley Unified School District
2000.07 - 2015.06
- Utilized data analysis to develop targeted intervention plans based on assessments and observations.
- Engaged in collaborative efforts with other educators to enhance instructional techniques.
- Increased student achievement through application of evidence-based intervention strategies and techniques.
- Delivered professional development training sessions to enhance faculty and staff knowledge on research-based teaching techniques in English Language Arts.
- Started reading mentor program, matching older and younger students to enhance literacy skills.
Elementary School Teacher
Moreno Valley Unified School District
1986.09 - 2000.06
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives focused on enhancing student achievement by actively participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues to implement best practices.
- Enhanced reading skills through targeted phonics instruction.
- Tailored instruction based on assessment data to address individual learning gaps
- Cultivated a supportive environment by fostering positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Established positive classroom environment with effective management strategies, fostering student respect and cooperation.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Coached, mentored and assessed student teachers to measure progress towards program goals.
Education
Master of Science - Reading
Cal Baptist University
Riverside, CANo Degree - Reading Specialist Credential
University of California, Riverside Extension
Riverside, CANo Degree - CLAD Certificate
University of California, Riverside Extension
Riverside, CANo Degree - Professional Clear Multiple Subject Credential
California State University-San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CABachelor of Science - Communication Disorders, Psychology
University of New Hampshire
Durham, NHSkills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Curriculum Development
- Classroom Management
- Technology Integration
- Child Development
- Written Communication
- Professional Demeanor
- Group and individual instruction
- Problem-solving skills
Accomplishments
- Earned "Teacher of the Year at Sugar Hill Elementary " in 2019.
- Collaborated with staff to achieve International Baccalaurete Primary Years Programme Certification
- Facilitated Schoolwide PBIS Team and earned Silver Recognition 2018, 2019, 2020
- Completed LEXIA LETRS-Science of Reading Course 2024
Affiliations
- Delta Kappa Gamma
- National Charity League
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Moreno Valley Unified School District
2015.08 - 2024.06
Reading Specialist/Reading Intervention Specialist
Moreno Valley Unified School District
2000.07 - 2015.06
Elementary School Teacher
Moreno Valley Unified School District
1986.09 - 2000.06
Master of Science - Reading
Cal Baptist University
No Degree - Reading Specialist Credential
University of California, Riverside Extension
No Degree - CLAD Certificate
University of California, Riverside Extension
No Degree - Professional Clear Multiple Subject Credential
California State University-San Bernardino
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders, Psychology
University of New Hampshire
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