Vanessa Brannon
Winston-Salem,NC
Summary
Experienced with creating engaging and developmentally appropriate lesson plans that inspire young learners. Utilizes effective classroom management techniques to maintain positive and productive learning environment. Strong understanding of child development principles and parent-teacher collaboration.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EC Teacher
Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Utilized data-driven decision making to inform instructional practices and monitor progress toward learning goals.
- Adapted instruction to meet the unique needs of each learner, differentiating materials and teaching methods accordingly.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents through open communication, fostering a supportive learning environment at home and in the classroom.
PreK Teacher
Marion County Schools
08.2019 - 07.2023
- Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
- Boosted student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
- Evaluated student progress through formative and summative assessments, utilizing data-driven methods to inform instructional decisions.
Kindergarten Teacher, K/1 Blended Teacher
Guilford County Schools
08.2015 - 07.2019
Licensed Insurance Agent
Blue Cross, Blue Shield
10.2007 - 05.2013
- Leveraged knowledge of company insurance products and services to advise customers on appropriate choices.
- Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Western Governor's University
Salt Lake City, UT06.2014
Skills
- Autism spectrum disorders
- Non-verbal communication
- Customized Education Plans
- Adaptive Teaching Strategies
- Collaborative Parent Engagement
- Customer service
- Call center experience
- Data collection
- Health insurance
- Sales strategies
Certification
- First Aid Certification, American Red Cross or National Safety Council
- Elementary Education Certification, FL Department of Education, North Carolina Department of Education
- Pre-Kindergarten/Primary Education, FL Department of Education, Birth-PreK Education, NC Department of Education
- ESOL Education Certification, FL Department of Education, North Carolina Department of Education
Timeline
EC Teacher
Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools
08.2023 - Current
PreK Teacher
Marion County Schools
08.2019 - 07.2023
Kindergarten Teacher, K/1 Blended Teacher
Guilford County Schools
08.2015 - 07.2019
Licensed Insurance Agent
Blue Cross, Blue Shield
10.2007 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Western Governor's University
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