Vanessa Milligan
Maple Valley,WA
Summary
Experienced educator with multiple roles and years of classroom leadership. Strong classroom management and student engagement practices. Collaborative partner working with teachers, administrators, and specialists to support diverse learner needs.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
PE Teacher
Tahoma School District
Maple Valley, Washington
08.2016 - 08.2027
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student populations.
- Implemented physical fitness assessments to monitor student progress.
- Organized extracurricular sports activities to enhance student participation.
- Collaborated with other teachers to integrate health education into the curriculum.
- Established a safe and inclusive environment for all students during classes.
- Utilized technology to enhance physical education instruction and assessment.
- Promoted teamwork and sportsmanship among students in various activities.
- Taught students about concepts regarding fitness, health, and well-being.
- Instructed students in classroom settings on specific exercises, team sports concept, and overall safety to avoid injuries.
Outdoor Education Instructor
Tahoma School District
Maple Valley, Washington
08.2021 - 09.2026
- Designed and implemented engaging outdoor educational programs for students.
- Facilitated group activities to promote teamwork and leadership skills among participants.
- Led nature hikes, teaching students about local ecosystems and conservation practices.
- Developed lesson plans utilizing creative methods to teach nature conservation, wilderness survival, and environmental awareness.
- Organized and facilitated outdoor education activities for groups exceeding 525 students, 180 counselors, and 100 staff.
- Managed supplies inventory, ensuring availability of necessary items prior to each session.
ELL Coordinator and Teacher
Tahoma School District
Maple Valley, WA
08.2007 - 08.2016
- Coordinated school events and activities for student engagement and community involvement.
- Assisted teachers with curriculum planning and resource allocation.
- Communicated effectively with parents, staff, and community members regarding school updates.
- Organized student records and maintained accurate databases for compliance purposes.
- Developed training materials to support staff development initiatives.
- Collaborated with administrators to implement school policies and protocols.
- Facilitated workshops to enhance skills among faculty and staff members.
- Managed day-to-day operations of the department including scheduling tasks and assigning duties.
- Organized team events to promote a positive work environment.
- Created and maintained accurate records of departmental activities, including budgets, personnel documents and project timelines.
- Guide employees in handling difficult or complex problems.
- Researched and prepared reports for management and governmental agencies.
GLAD Trainer (Guided Language Acquistion Design)
Tahoma School District
Maple Valley, Washington
01.2012 - 09.2015
- Facilitated interactive workshops that equipped educators with effective teaching strategies, fostering enhanced classroom dynamics.
- Developed targeted training programs for diverse student populations, improving engagement and learning outcomes.
- Modified teaching methods to cater to individual learners and groups, promoting inclusivity and personalized learning experiences.
- Created instructional materials to support various learning styles.
- Delivered presentations on educational best practices and methodologies.
- Mentored new trainers to improve their instructional techniques.
Classroom Teacher
Tahoma School District
Maple Valley, Washington
08.1996 - 08.2007
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented assessment strategies to evaluate student learning and progress.
- Managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement techniques.
- Managed classroom behavior by developing positive relationships with students while enforcing rules fairly and consistently.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student performance and needs.
- Mentored new teachers to support their professional development and integration.
- Worked with parents, administrators, and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Engaged in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and modify instruction accordingly.
- Assisted in the organization of school events such as assemblies or school plays.
- Tracked attendance, assignments, grades and class participation for students.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for improvement.
Education
MBA - Education
Washington State University
Pullman, WA05-1994
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies Education
Washington State University
Pullman, WA05-1992
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Activity planning
- Event planning
- Team coordination
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Interpersonal skills
Timeline
Outdoor Education Instructor
Tahoma School District
08.2021 - 09.2026
PE Teacher
Tahoma School District
08.2016 - 08.2027
GLAD Trainer (Guided Language Acquistion Design)
Tahoma School District
01.2012 - 09.2015
ELL Coordinator and Teacher
Tahoma School District
08.2007 - 08.2016
Classroom Teacher
Tahoma School District
08.1996 - 08.2007
MBA - Education
Washington State University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies Education
Washington State University