Sonja Whitehouse
Brighton,MI
Summary
Accomplished educator from University of Michigan Towsley Children's House, adept in Classroom Management and fostering Student Engagement. Proven track record in enhancing academic growth and emotional well-being through differentiated instruction and interactive teaching methods. Excelled in mentoring associate teachers and training psychology students, significantly improving learning outcomes. Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies. Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
University of Michigan Towsley Children's House
04.2015 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Supervised several Associate Teachers over the years by giving them opportunities to grow in the education field.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey through parent teacher conferences.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Trained Psychology students from U of M and Eastern University Michigan students who were in pursuit of their education degree.
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Little Lamb
04.2011 - 08.2014
- Aided in the preparation of instructional materials, ensuring resources were readily available for each lesson.
- Served as a positive role model for students, demonstrating professionalism, empathy, and enthusiasm in all interactions.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Provided individualized support for students, addressing unique learning needs and fostering growth in all areas.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and hands-on learning experiences.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized classroom space conducive to learning and creativity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Early Childhood Education
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI12.2014
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Student Engagement
- Behavior Management
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Differentiated Instruction
- Student-Centered Learning
- Child Development
- Social-Emotional Learning training
- Project-based learning
- Conflict Resolution
- Co-Teaching and Co-Planning
- Michigan Teaching Certification
Certification
Michigan Teaching Certification
Timeline
Teacher
University of Michigan Towsley Children's House
04.2015 - Current
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Little Lamb
04.2011 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Early Childhood Education
Eastern Michigan University
Michigan Teaching Certification
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