Wendy Casey
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Dedicated Teacher/Teaching Assistant focused on supporting faculty and Scholars with classroom needs. Successful at maintaining clean and organized supplies, planning activities and leading field trips. Excellent tutor, record keeper and multitasker. Talented in using various strategies to model positive behavior and maintain classroom discipline.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Teacher, Grades 1-3
Movement School - Eastland
05.2021 - 06.2024
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Studied and implemented latest information on specific subjects and learning strategies.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Supported planning and preparation for culturally-diverse class sessions.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Assisted teachers with supervision and care of group of 25-30 scholars.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Distributed learning materials such as worksheets, textbooks, and supplemental activities.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Adhered to classroom protocols to keep areas clean, neat, and organized.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Cultivated core values such as kindness, respect, compassion and integrity within students.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
- Presented wide range of information to students using hands-on instructional techniques for effective comprehension.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
Camp Counselor
Forest Hills Baptist Church
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Led groups of 30 children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Encouraged team building to increase camaraderie, trust and rapport.
- Instructed campers to observe proper behavior and etiquette to avoid conflicts and unruly activities.
- Documented activities, injuries and accidents to inform parents and maintain consistent records.
- Assisted in preparing meals and snacks to provide nutritional needs to campers.
- Implemented rules and regulations to enforce discipline and compliance.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
- Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
- Monitored participation in recreational activities to provide assistance to participants.
Director of Children's Ministry
Nations Ford Community Church
01.1995 - 05.2020
- Delivered constructive feedback on children to parents and guardians and informed of any disciplinary issues.
- Adhered to security processes and sign-in and sign-out procedures for children, parents and visitors.
- Created and maintained safe and nurturing environment for children.
- Conducted safety and wellness inspections of facilities and sanitized toys and surfaces.
- Worked with directors and board members to develop lesson plans and special events for children.
- Monitored classes of children for 4 hours weekly
- Skilled with care and specific needs of physically handicapped or disabled children.
- Vetted volunteers and interested parties for criminal history or issues risking children.
- Supervised children from ages 3months to 12 years.
- Recruited and trained volunteers and staff in care of children and facility procedures.
- Evaluated and introduced age-appropriate materials for children and contoured it to lesson plans.
- Directed pre-school, toddler and infant services to provide comprehensive family support.
- Hired, mentored and supervised instructors and volunteer staff to carry out program goals.
- Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
- Kept program children safe and secure at all times with proactive monitoring strategies.
- Sourced, modified and prepared class curricula and targeted lesson plans based on subject matter requirements.
- Analyzed revenue and program cost data to determine budget priorities.
- Trained and supervised religious education instructional staff.
- Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
West Virginia State University
Institute, WV05.1980
High School Diploma -
Charleston Catholic High School
Charleston, WV05.1975
Skills
- Instructional technology
- Mathematics Instruction , Literacy development
- Project-based learning
- Play-Based Learning
- Field Trip Organization
- Standardized tests
- Student Records Management
- Proficient in Office Programs (Word, Excell,Teams, Powerpoint, Google Classroom, Powerschool
- Classroom Management
- Collaborative Teamwork/ Team Collaboration/Problem solving skills
- Organizational Skills
- Group and individual instruction
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Certification
- Reading interventionist, Movement School - 2022-2023
- Math NC State Standards
Accomplishments
- Achieved Recognition through effectively helping with Reading.
- Progressed 65% Students to 1 or more reading level
- Commended for exceptional teaching and support to students.
- Improved test scores by 75% by reworking approach.
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Forest Hills Baptist Church
06.2021 - 08.2021
Elementary Teacher, Grades 1-3
Movement School - Eastland
05.2021 - 06.2024
Director of Children's Ministry
Nations Ford Community Church
01.1995 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
West Virginia State University
High School Diploma -
Charleston Catholic High School
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