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Paula Whitman

Shoreline,WA

Summary

Education leader with extensive experience at Sylvan, specializing in case management and program evaluation. Transitioned to virtual instruction during COVID, enhancing community engagement through effective curriculum design. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with families, driving student success and satisfaction. Strong billing oversight skills support a commitment to innovative educational delivery.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Director

Sylvan
Auburn, WA
04.2022 - 07.2024

Facilitated case management for student academic programs, addressing learning needs and coordinating activities.

Evaluated academic programs to report progress to families and establish new objectives.

Managed monthly billing processes for families, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing.

Director

Sylvan Learning Center Center
Burien, WA
09.2019 - 03.2022
  • Transitioned to Zoom technology for teaching and family conferences during COVID.
  • Adopted hybrid learning model post-COVID to enhance educational delivery.
  • Integrated tribal contracts into curriculum to support community engagement.

Lead Teacher

Sylvan Learning Center
Burien, WA
09.2013 - 08.2019
  • Instructed K-12 students in reading, math, and writing, accommodating diverse learning needs and styles.
  • Prepared and organized program materials for daily teaching as Lead Teacher.

Represented Sylvan at school and district events to promote tutoring programs.

Teacher

Spring Valley Montessori
Federal Way, WA
09.2008 - 06.2011

Facilitated hands-on learning activities to enhance student exploration and curiosity.

  • Collaborated with parents to support child development and resolve concerns.
  • Completed Primary and Secondary Montessori certification program through evening classes at Spring Valley.

Education

Elementary Education

The Evergreen State College
Olympia
06-1999

Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Concentration: Women's Studies

Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA
06-1986

Skills

  • Case management and program evaluation
  • Billing oversight
  • Virtual instruction
  • Curriculum design
  • Community outreach

Timeline

Director

Sylvan
04.2022 - 07.2024

Director

Sylvan Learning Center Center
09.2019 - 03.2022

Lead Teacher

Sylvan Learning Center
09.2013 - 08.2019

Teacher

Spring Valley Montessori
09.2008 - 06.2011

Elementary Education

The Evergreen State College

Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Concentration: Women's Studies

Western Washington University