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Tess Williams

Madison,WI

Summary

Enthusiastic Pre-Service Teacher with good leadership and interpersonal skills. Talented in providing strong quality instruction and creating positive learning environments. Passionate about building a sense of community within the classroom and forming meaningful relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Dedicated to helping creative supportive, stimulating and learning-focused classroom environments.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Teacher

Chavez Elementary School - MMSD
01.2024 - Current
  • Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
  • Utilized varied teaching techniques for different learning styles, ensuring all students had access to course material.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular connections, reinforcing key concepts across subject areas.
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
  • Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.

Lead Daycare Teacher

Child Life Ministries
05.2019 - Current
  • Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Consistently communicated with parents through newsletters, conferences, and informal check-ins about student progress and achievements.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities into daily lessons.
  • Provided a safe and nurturing environment for students, fostering a sense of belonging and promoting social-emotional development.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.

Practicum Student

Chavez Elementary School - MMSD
09.2023 - 11.2023
  • Utilized professor office hours to clarify topics needing elaboration.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.

Special Education Practicum Student

Wright Middle School - MMSD
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.

Education

Carthage College
Kenosha, WI

Madison Area Technical College
Madison, WI

Bachelor of Science - General And Special Education

University of Wisconsin - Madison
Madison, WI
05.2024

Skills

  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Individualized Instruction
  • Creative Instruction Style
  • Lesson Planning
  • Student Engagement
  • Special Needs Students
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Social Development
  • Relationship Building

Timeline

Student Teacher

Chavez Elementary School - MMSD
01.2024 - Current

Practicum Student

Chavez Elementary School - MMSD
09.2023 - 11.2023

Special Education Practicum Student

Wright Middle School - MMSD
01.2023 - 05.2023

Lead Daycare Teacher

Child Life Ministries
05.2019 - Current

Carthage College

Madison Area Technical College

Bachelor of Science - General And Special Education

University of Wisconsin - Madison

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