Rylie Whitaker
Bowen,IL
Summary
To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing advocation and education surrounding the agriculture industry.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher
Mahomet Seymour High School
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
- Designed lessons for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
- Utilized varied teaching techniques for different learning styles, ensuring all students had access to course material.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem solving skills to enable students to step out of comfort zone.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Incorporated real-world applications into lessons, making content relevant and relatable for students.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Student Observer
Monticello High School
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Observed cooperating teacher and took notes on successful strategies.
- Completed documentation for student files and university records.
- Shadowed current teachers to learn all related jobs and tasks.
Student Observer
Mendon-Unity High School
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Observed cooperating teacher and took notes on successful strategies.
- Completed documentation for student files and university records.
- Shadowed current teacher to learn all related jobs and tasks.
Manager
Bowen Community Pool
06.2017 - Current
- Organized successful swim lessons, coordinating logistics and overseeing management.
- Oversaw and managed lifeguard staff by monitoring attendance and performance.
- Hired, trained and evaluated team members to meet pools standards and goals.
Head Cashier
Home Depot
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Ensured accuracy in cash handling, minimizing discrepancies and maintaining balanced registers.
- Managed multiple registers during high-traffic periods, effectively reducing customer wait times and increasing sales revenue.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Leadership, Education & Communication
University of Illinois
Champaign, IL05.2024
High School Diploma -
Southeastern High School
Augusta, IL05.2020
Skills
- Performance Tracking and Evaluation
- Computer Skills
- Classroom Management
- Curriculum Development
- Student-Centered Learning
- Classroom Instruction
- Alternative Learning Methods
- Google Classroom
- Critical Thinking
- Schedule Management
- Multitasking
- Lesson Planning
Professional References
- Jacob Meisner - Cooperating Teacher: 618-447-7806
- Jennifer Wherley - Cooperating Teacher: 217-369-4983
- Gary Ochs - Program Supervisor/Instructor: 217-251-4022
Accomplishments
- American FFA Degree
- State FFA Degree
Organizations
Phi Sigma Sigma Sorority - Risk Management Chair
- Directed risk management initiatives ensuring the safety of 165 sorority members & their guests through proactive measures and policy enforcement.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, demonstrating strong leadership and decision-making skills under pressure.
- Collaborated with campus authorities and sorority members to address concerns and implement preventive measures.
Rural Area Student Initiative - Liaison
- Advocate and educate college preparedness and readiness to rural high school students.
National Association of Agricultural Educators - Member
- Supports agricultural education, provides professional development, and work to recruit and retain agricultural educators in the profession.
Timeline
Student Teacher
Mahomet Seymour High School
08.2023 - 04.2024
Head Cashier
Home Depot
08.2023 - 12.2023
Student Observer
Monticello High School
01.2023 - 04.2023
Student Observer
Mendon-Unity High School
01.2023 - 04.2023
Manager
Bowen Community Pool
06.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Leadership, Education & Communication
University of Illinois
High School Diploma -
Southeastern High School
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