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Vonica Wauford

Gallup,NM

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Ess, excelling in classroom management and student engagement. Recognized for fostering positive learning environments and adapting instruction to meet diverse needs. Skilled in implementing creative lesson plans and utilizing behavior management techniques to enhance student comprehension and academic growth.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher

Ess
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
  • Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports, ensuring timely submission to administration for reporting purposes.
  • Provided substitute teaching services across multiple grade levels and subjects, maintaining educational continuity in absence of regular teachers.
  • Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning activities.
  • Maintained detailed records of student attendance, assignments, and progress for seamless transition back to regular teachers.
  • Provided feedback to students on assignments and tests, offering constructive advice for improvement.
  • Adapted quickly to different classroom settings and teaching assignments, demonstrating flexibility and resourcefulness.
  • Fostered student curiosity and love for learning by presenting material in engaging and relatable ways.
  • Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
  • Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
  • Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
  • Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
  • Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
  • Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
  • Prepared objectives and outlines for courses of study by following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.

Cashier

Pay and Save Inc
  • Computed tax depreciation rates on business assets like technology and vehicles.
  • Completed in-depth research into tax issues affecting Type activities to offer expert advice and accurately prepare submissions.
  • Reconciled tax accounts to prevent discrepancies and maintain readiness for expected tax liabilities.
  • Reviewed financial reports to correctly ascertain taxation and statement requirements.
  • Responded promptly to official tax notices requiring clarifications and additional submissions.
  • Helped organization maintain full compliance with local, state and federal tax requirements with diligent application of best practices.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends through continuous professional development activities such as attending seminars, webinars, or conferences relevant to the field of taxation.
  • Ensured accuracy of financial statements by performing exhaustive reviews of taxable income calculations, deductions, credits, and other related figures.

Senior Tax Specialist

H&R Block
12.2014 - Current
  • Computed tax depreciation rates on business assets like technology and vehicles.
  • Completed in-depth research into tax issues affecting Type activities to offer expert advice and accurately prepare submissions.
  • Reconciled tax accounts to prevent discrepancies and maintain readiness for expected tax liabilities.
  • Reviewed financial reports to correctly ascertain taxation and statement requirements.
  • Responded promptly to official tax notices requiring clarifications and additional submissions.
  • Helped organization maintain full compliance with local, state and federal tax requirements with diligent application of best practices.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends through continuous professional development activities such as attending seminars, webinars, or conferences relevant to the field of taxation.
  • Ensured accuracy of financial statements by performing exhaustive reviews of taxable income calculations, deductions, credits, and other related figures.

Education

Graduate Certificate - Pharmacy Tech

Everest College
Atlanta
01.2015

Associate Of Applied Arts - Criminal Justice

University of NM
Gallup, NM
05.2001

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Adaptable
  • Relationship building and management
  • Student engagement
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Behavior management
  • Classroom organization
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Creativity in teaching
  • Lesson plan implementation
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Safety awareness
  • Disciplinary procedures
  • Elementary education
  • Special education
  • Multi-subject instruction
  • Compliance
  • Mathematics instruction
  • Physical education instruction
  • Language arts instruction
  • Art and music instruction
  • Social studies instruction
  • Science instruction
  • Creative problem solving
  • Health and safety
  • Mathematical concepts
  • Smartboard technology
  • Reporting and documenting
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Attention to detail
  • Excellent communication
  • Classroom and activity supervision
  • Enforcing classroom rules
  • Multitasking
  • Multitasking Abilities

Timeline

Senior Tax Specialist

H&R Block
12.2014 - Current

Substitute Teacher

Ess

Cashier

Pay and Save Inc

Graduate Certificate - Pharmacy Tech

Everest College

Associate Of Applied Arts - Criminal Justice

University of NM

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