Wendi (aka Gwendolyn) Riley

• Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
• Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
• Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
• Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
• Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
• Communicated effectively with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns as needed.
• Utilized data-driven instruction techniques to analyze student performance trends and adjust teaching methods accordingly for optimal results.
• Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques customized for diverse learning needs.
• Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
• Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
• Implemented engaging hands-on activities to reinforce fundamental concepts, resulting in increased student motivation and participation.
• Organized extracurricular activities such as field trips and special events, enriching the educational experience for all students involved.
• Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
• Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
• Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
• Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
• Facilitated parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and strategies for improvement.
• Implemented project-based learning experiences, encouraging critical thinking and real-world application of knowledge.
• Utilized assessment data to tailor instruction, addressing individual learning gaps.

* Same as Pioneer Preparatory School *

Relocated to Phoenix AZ to get married

• Used Montessori philosophy, curriculum and techniques to develop student's full potential and treated each child with dignity and respect.
• Prepared the environment where furnishings and materials corresponded to class needs.
• Responsible for all classroom duties and environment preparation.
• Curriculum, planning, compliance and implementation.
• Administration and parent written and verbal communication.
• Student written progress evaluations twice a year.
• Observation, documentation and special needs recommendations.
• Motivational public speaking and teacher training.
• Mentor teacher trainees.
• Singapore Math Teaching Trained.
• Daily care of 20 plus students.
• Group management.
• Time management and efficiency.
• Multitasking skills.
• Schedule flexibility.
• Positive attitude and social skills.
• Safety and emergency evacuation compliance.

• Coordinate/teach religious education all ages.
• Written/verbal communications, weekly/monthly reports, curriculum, newsletters.
• Process volunteers for security, safety, finger printing and background checks.
• Coordinate all activities and volunteers.
• Research and create lesson plans for all classes.
• Present Sundays to greet and teach.
• Lead monthly team meetings.
• Public speaking presenting the children's story on stage in front of the congregation monthly.
• Working with adults and children to participate.
• Any and all other assigned duties requested by the Minister or Church Board.

Job Positions at Watkins Motor Lines earned during my 15 year career:

• Customer Service Manager
• Night Office Manager
• Day Office Manager
• Regional Trainer
• Terminal Operations
• Human Resources
• Opened 183 Door Terminal in Fontana, CA
• Operations Manager San Fernando Valley, CA
• Operations Manager Orange, CA
• Assistant Terminal Manager Orange, CA