Vanessa Haymon
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Dedicated and driven professional with 10 years of teaching experience and 8 years of military experience. Demonstrated leadership and technical skills to resolve quality issues and improve various procedures and processes. Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills and drive to succeed. Ambition to surpass professional and personal goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Assistant
Rosemont Forest Elementary
06.2018 - Current
- Work with students with a wide range if disabilities, including learning, mental, emotional, and physical
- Develop legal documents (individualized Education Plans – IEPs) and hold annual and tri- annual meetings and training with the compliance for the Virginia Department of Education
- Utilized resources to meet individualized education goals for students
- Develop and implement lesson plans
- Comminate with guardians and supporting staff
- Compile data and documentations
- Use of conflict resolution skills to ensure that when problems and discrepancies arise, parties involved are satisfied with the outcome
- Participate in training exercises to maintain professional development
- Provide instruction to homebound students
- Lead/ participate remediation programs.
- Created calm and disciplined classroom environment to improve student focus.
- Communicated regularly with parents, teachers and administrators regarding student progress and needs.
- Supported and documented student growth and progress to achieve academic, social and emotional goals.
- Protected confidential information related to staff and families.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss children's development and progress.
- Supervised small group activities.
- Helped maintain a safe and orderly learning environment.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and grades.
- Promoted a cooperative learning environment that encourages collaboration among students.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
- Prepared and graded subject tests for students.
- Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
- Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
Head JV Softball Coach
Western Branch High School
01.2017 - Current
- Hire, supervise, and evaluate assistant coaches
- Manage inventory, field maintenance, dining accommodations, fundraising, and team budget
- Recruit and retain prospective student athletes
- Monitor academic progress
- Schedule/run practices and games
- Instruct and work with athletes to prepare them for competition
- Technical supporter, motivator, leader, psychologist, and role model for athletes to follow in the competition as well as out.
- Established academic eligibility policies for prospective and current team members.
- Oversaw rigorous practice schedule to prepare for challenging calendar of games.
- Instructed players on proper techniques and strategies of softball game play including batting, fielding, base running and pitching.
- Evaluated individual player performance during games and practices to identify areas of improvement.
- Created an atmosphere conducive to learning by stressing sportsmanship, teamwork and respect for opponents.
- Motivated players to reach their full potential by providing positive feedback and constructive criticism as needed.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss game plans, review previous performances or address any issues with the team.
- Maintained effective communication with parents regarding their child's progress on the field.
- Attended conferences, workshops or seminars related to coaching methods or sport-specific topics.
- Coordinated fundraising activities to generate additional funds for the softball program.
- Conducted pre-season physical examinations of players before allowing them to participate in competition.
- Provided guidance counseling services when necessary regarding academic issues or personal matters affecting students' ability to perform athletically.
- Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
- Conducted exercising drills to improve flexibility, stamina and strength of each player.
- Worked closely in training capacity with fellow student-athletes during off-season.
- Adhered strictly to rules and regulations of activities department and district.
Preschool Teacher
Courthouse Academy
03.2017 - 11.2017
- Provide support with other colleges to ensure a safe and stimulating educational environment
- Assisted in group planning and preparation for daily activities, aids instructional efforts of the teacher
- Assists the teacher in preparing lesson outlines, plans, and curriculum in assigned areas.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Collaborated with colleagues on developing new classroom projects and monthly themes.
- Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress.
- Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
- Administered and documented results of student assessments.
- Directed and supervised children during field trips and special activities.
- Maintained student records according to rigorous confidentiality and privacy regulations.
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated creative teaching techniques.
- Maintained records of attendance, grades, health concerns, and other relevant information about the children in my care.
- Monitored student behavior to ensure compliance with rules and expectations set forth by school administration.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers on various projects related to curriculum design and implementation.
- Administered assessments throughout the year to gauge student understanding of content material.
- Utilized technology such as computers and tablets in the classroom setting.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices for early childhood education.
- Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
Lead Teacher
Learn With Me Academy
03.2015 - 02.2017
- Lead teacher for Preschool age children.
- Maintained secure and disciplined classroom to provide positive learning environment.
- Worked with students one-on-one to boost skills in weak areas and grasp new concepts.
- Involved parents in student learning to increase family interaction and student support.
- Organized activities to promote physical, mental and social development of each child.
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
- Mentored other educators by delivering insight, positive feedback and constructive criticism.
- Communicated objectives for lessons, units and projects to students and parents.
- Coached new teachers on school guidelines to decrease training time and increase teacher success.
- Provided instructional guidance and mentorship to teachers in the development of lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessments.
- Collaborated with other school staff to ensure that all students have access to a safe and supportive learning environment.
- Maintained an open line of communication with administrators regarding curriculum implementation and program initiatives.
- Ensured compliance with state standards by incorporating them into lesson plans.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
Seabee UT
US Navy Seabees
04.2008 - 07.2012
- Provided responsive military construction support to Navy, Marines and other forces in military operations, constructed base facilities and conducted defenses operations
- Convoyed outside to unsecured areas while setting and providing a defensive perimeter on job sites
- Supervised daily inventory management to control stock and materials while on deployment
- Worked and maintained customer and professional satisfaction with efficient money and material management skills
- Managed supplies and materials saving my battalion over two million in supplies while deployed
- Maintained an outgoing and personable demeanor to ensure effective communication skills with civilian contractors, other military forces, and chain of command
- Assisted the battalion with a wide verity of miscellaneous tasks.
- Ensured all equipment was properly maintained and stored safely when not in use.
- Worked in small groups to accomplish complex goals within tight deadlines and standards.
- Followed orders and carried out mission directives with professionalism and compassion despite chaotic and emotionally stressful circumstances.
- Displayed leadership in accomplishing assignments and learning new skills.
- Conducted classes to teach fellow sailors in platoon about safety and awareness topics.
- Maintained accurate, updated files on civilian and military personnel in battalion.
- Conducted physical training and ensured all Soldiers achieved required fitness levels.
- Provided instruction on weapons systems, tactics, and techniques to junior enlisted personnel.
- Maintained accountability of assigned equipment and supplies to ensure readiness for operations.
- Monitored unit morale and welfare activities, providing guidance to improve morale when necessary.
- Supervised the maintenance of vehicles and other military equipment according to standards.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, policies, and regulations while executing operations.
- Organized logistics for field exercises including transportation coordination and supply management.
- Acted as an initial point of contact between command staff members and subordinate units.
- Participated in joint training exercises with allied forces to build relationships between nations.
- Collaborated with medical personnel to provide medical aid when needed during operations.
- Used technical expertise and sound military judgment to learn and perform complex procedures.
- Responded immediately to routine and critical accidents, incidents and other emergencies.
- Targeted, fired and maintained weapons used on deployments or field exercises.
- Secured and protected air, land and sea positions from enemy attack.
- Cultivated excellent worth ethic, dedication to duty and timeliness in work actions.
- Adhered to safety protocols when handling hazardous materials during inspections.
- Resolved issues encountered during inspection activities by troubleshooting equipment or revising procedures as needed.
- Visually examined materials, structures and components for signs of corrosion, metal fatigue, cracks and other flaws.
- Kept meticulous records of high-priority units and material readiness of equipment.
- Mentored and developed supply team members to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Oversaw contractual deliverables and closeouts.
- Maintained records to account for more than $4.6 million in assets.
- Assessed and evaluated inventory requirements to ensure operational efficiency.
- Organized, analyzed and tracked supply data in order to identify trends, potential problems and solutions.
- Performed regular stock checks to detect any discrepancies or irregularities in inventory levels.
- Reviewed and updated inventory reorder points accordingly.
- Provided training and guidance to junior team members on best practices related to supply management processes.
- Arranged and controlled weapons and ammunition in security areas.
- Unpacked and examined incoming shipments to confirm consistency with records and routed materials to appropriate department.
- Recorded shipment data for reporting, accounting or recordkeeping purposes.
Assistant Teacher
SAT Learning Center and Preschool
06.2007 - 04.2008
- Gained invaluable practical experience, clear vision of child development and effective/creative methods with which to comfort children, build their self-esteem, inspire creativity and motivate learning
- Prepared classroom materials and maintained clean, safe facilities and equipment
- Met with parents whenever necessary to discuss progress or requirements
- Kept progress notes evaluating behavior, development, and health – reported and discussed any possible problems with specialists and parents
- Taught basics such as color, shape, numbers, letter recognition, interpersonal skills, hygiene and proper eating habits
- Provided children and parents with activity schedules and established classroom routines
- Handle difficult children firmly yet gently to establish basic disciplinary rules and maintain order and respectfulness.
Education
BS- Elementary Education (Emphasis in Science) -
Grand Canyon University
08.2023
Nursing Major – Allied Health Science -
South University
07.2014
General Education with H.S diploma -
Hondo High School
07.2007
Skills
- Small Group Instruction
- Student and Faculty Communication
- Logistics
- Professional Development
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Team Teaching and Collaboration
- Instructional Design
- Problem-Solving
- Analytical Decision Making
- Effective Listening
- Interpersonal and Social Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Safety Protocols
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Conflict Resolution
- Student Support
- Documentation and Reporting
- Classroom Management
- Skills Development
- Behavior Modeling
- Relationship Building
- Team leadership and coaching
- One-on-one coaching
- Mentoring and coaching
Professional Qualification
- High Attention to Details
- Military and Nonmilitary Correspondence
- Microsoft Office
- Records Management
- Clear and Effective Communication
- Strong Work Ethic
- Independent and Group Worker
- Strong Negotiation and Communication Skills
- Google Platforms (Drive, Forms, Docs, Slides, Calendar, Meets, etc.)
- Human Relation Skills with Range of Personality Types
- Trustworthy Team Player
Accomplishments
- Letter of Commendation for time served in Afghanistan 2011-2012
- Letter of Appreciation for hard work and skills maintained in US Navy. 2010 & 2012
- Seabee Combat Warfare pin earned in Afghanistan 2009
- NATO and Afghanistan Campaign medals earned 2009 & 2011
- Seabee Combat Lifesaver 2009-2012
- Army Achievement Medal awarded 2010 & 2012
- Good Conduct Medal awarded 2011
Timeline
Teacher Assistant
Rosemont Forest Elementary
06.2018 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Courthouse Academy
03.2017 - 11.2017
Head JV Softball Coach
Western Branch High School
01.2017 - Current
Lead Teacher
Learn With Me Academy
03.2015 - 02.2017
Seabee UT
US Navy Seabees
04.2008 - 07.2012
Assistant Teacher
SAT Learning Center and Preschool
06.2007 - 04.2008
BS- Elementary Education (Emphasis in Science) -
Grand Canyon University
Nursing Major – Allied Health Science -
South University
General Education with H.S diploma -
Hondo High School
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