Michelle Whetstone
Wood River,IL
Summary
Proactive professional with a strong background in early childhood education. Skilled in problem-solving and effective communication with parents, enhancing community relationships and promoting child development. Ready to leverage leadership experience to drive impactful educational initiatives.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Little Angels Daycare Facility
Virginia Beach, Virginia
03.2015 - 03.2024
- Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
- Oversaw financial management, including budgeting and expense tracking.
- Managed daily operations of a licensed daycare facility.
- Developed and implemented educational programs for children.
- Coordinated parent communication and scheduled meetings effectively.
- Created engaging activities to promote child development and learning.
Student Teacher
Norview Elementary School
Norfolk, Virginia
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to enhance student behavior.
- Collaborated with teacher to plan and achieve instructional goals and objectives.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to promote critical thinking skills.
- Collaborated with experienced teachers for curriculum development.
- Developed educational materials using multimedia tools and resources.
- Observed teachers in classrooms to improve skills and communication.
Student Teacher
Norview Middle School
Norfolk, Virginia
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Provided individualized support to students, fostering their academic growth and confidence in challenging subjects.
- Collaborated with experienced teachers to develop and refine curriculum materials that meet diverse student needs.
- Developed lesson plans and activities to engage students in the learning process.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to enhance student behavior.
- Led engaging discussions in classroom to enhance student critical thinking skills. to promote critical thinking skills.
- Implemented questioning and discussion techniques to encourage student participation and knowledge acquisition.
- Evaluated student work, provided feedback, and tracked their progress over time.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Incorporated technology into lessons to actively engage students and support varied learning styles.
- Facilitated group discussions among students on relevant topics.
- Encouraged positive relationships between students by promoting collaboration within groups.
- Worked closely with teacher to align instructional strategies and objectives. to plan and achieve instructional goals and objectives.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Observed teachers in classrooms to improve skills and communication.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
- Provided mentorship and tutoring to students across various subjects and skills. students in a variety of educational topics.
- Conducted classroom observations to assess student performance.
- Participated in professional development workshops and seminars related to education and teaching methods.
- Followed school schedules and policies to promote safety and learning.
- Accepted constructive criticism and feedback with positivity in areas requiring improvement.
- Developed deeper understanding of teaching strategies with increasing responsibility for student learning.
Assistant Director
KinderCare Learning Centers
Virginia Beach, Virginia
03.2004 - 05.2014
- Developed program curriculum to enhance children's learning and development.
- Supervised staff to ensure compliance with educational standards and regulations.
- Facilitated training sessions for teachers to improve instructional practices.
- Coordinated parent engagement activities to foster community relationships.
- Managed daily operations to maintain a safe and nurturing environment for children.
- Reviewed child assessments to identify developmental milestones and needs.
- Implemented policies to support inclusion and diversity within the center.
- Collaborated with leadership team to align programs with company objectives.
- Assisted in developing strategic plans to meet organizational goals and objectives.
- Supervised recruitment process including interviewing candidates, making hiring decisions and onboarding new hires.
- Oversaw employee relations issues such as grievances, disciplinary actions and terminations.
- Monitored staff performance, provided feedback and conducted annual reviews.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA11-2027
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Care And Education
Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VA06-2019
Skills
- Classroom management
- Curriculum development
- Educational program design
- Child assessment
- Parent communication
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Student Teacher
Norview Elementary School
08.2021 - 03.2022
Student Teacher
Norview Middle School
01.2021 - 06.2021
Owner/Operator
Little Angels Daycare Facility
03.2015 - 03.2024
Assistant Director
KinderCare Learning Centers
03.2004 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Norfolk State University
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Care And Education
Tidewater Community College