Michael Wahlquist
Lancaster,CA
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience keeping students engaged and on-task in a high-need learning environment. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and classroom interaction. Able to adapt and implement curriculum for diverse student needs in ways that increase academic success. Adept at classroom and online technologies.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Westside Union School District
08.2023 - Current
- Pioneered and implemented a specialized program for 35 behaviorally and academically-challenged 7th and 8th grade students.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, consistently enforcing rules, and modeling positive behavior.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Collaborated with teachers, counselors, and parents to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
Owner
XP Woodworking
03.2018 - 08.2023
- Designed and crafted custom woodworking projects
- Grew a home workshop into a business through research and experience into tool handling, best practices, and safety.
Aquatics Director
Antelope Valley YMCA
06.2011 - 10.2013
- Managed all aspects of the aquatics department including staffing, training, and budgeting.
- Oversaw the hiring and training of lifeguards and swim instructors including the development and implementation of curriculem.
- Responsible for member satisfaction in the aquatics department.
- Maintained a safe swim environment for all patrons.
- Conducted CPR training both with the YMCA and as an external certified CPR instructor.
Camp Counselor/Camp Coordinator/Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
Santa Anita Family YMCA
06.2002 - 06.2011
- Responsible for managing up to 50 children Kindergarten-8th Grade daily including activities, games, and curriculem.
- Taught swim lessons to children and adults ages 3-18.
- Acted as a lifeguard, ensuring all members were safe while swimming. Trained new lifeguards.
- Responsible for overseeing a group of 12 campers yearly for a week long sleep-away camp. Acted as the primary point of contact for all Santa Anita YMCA campers at the camp.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ02.2015
Skills
- IEP Implementation
- Assignment Grading
- Team Teaching and Collaboration
- Classroom Instruction
- Conflict Resolution
- Parent Communication
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Cultural Sensitivity
Timeline
Teacher
Westside Union School District
08.2023 - Current
Owner
XP Woodworking
03.2018 - 08.2023
Aquatics Director
Antelope Valley YMCA
06.2011 - 10.2013
Camp Counselor/Camp Coordinator/Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
Santa Anita Family YMCA
06.2002 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
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