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Wendy Chilcote

Middle School Teacher
Wilmington,NC

Summary

Experienced Middle School SS Teacher accomplished in preparing students for the future through use of new technologies. With a history of encouraging students to engage in group/collaborative work, class discussions using accountable talk, and to solve problems in team-driven approach.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Middle School Teacher

New Hanover County Schools
Wilmington, North Carolina
09.2014 - Current
  • Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
  • Built learning and citizenship skills to help with personal growth in addition to increasing academic knowledge through reading informational texts and small group projects.
  • Kept classroom organized to allow for student independence.
  • Use strategic visual aids, like anchor charts, to assist with students learning.
  • Integrated technology into classroom as instructional tool, such as Smartboard/Recordex, breakouts, Kahoot, Blooket, EdPuzzle, Study Island, Plickers, Common Lit. Chwazi, NewsELA, Brain Pop, SCOPE online, Flocabulary, and Quizlet Live.
  • Used tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
  • Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
  • Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
  • Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material such as aculminating diorama project and propaganda posters.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology, like the virtual Holocaust Museum tour, to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth and for PDP.
  • Arranged materials and instructional plans to implement immersive activities delving into social studies and ELA concepts.
  • Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
  • Taught 6-8th grades
  • 6th Grade Level Chair
  • MCE with Flocabulary
  • Remind Connected Teacher
  • Partnership teacher with UNCW for both interns and field experience
  • STAE Coordinator/teacher 7th and 8th grades

Middle School ELA Teacher

Duplin County Schools
Kenansville, NC
08.2010 - 09.2014
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice with blogging.
  • Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
  • Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students while studying The Civil War.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways such as virtual field trips for research.
  • Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
  • Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
  • Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support the needs of students.
  • Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth and PDP.
  • Encouraged independent thought, good judgment, and expression of original ideas through research writing.
  • Planned and supervised class projects, field trips, and visits by guest speakers.
  • Integrated technology into classroom instructional tools, such as Smartboard, Edmodo, Glogster, and Prezi.
  • Completed NC Falcon Modules
  • Content Lead Teacher
  • Taught 6-8th grades
  • E.E. Smith Middle and Charity Middle Schools

Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Pender County Schools
Hampstead, NC
08.2009 - 06.2010
  • Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
  • Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
  • Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
  • Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet NCSCOS
  • Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum through monthly current events paper.
  • Developed instructional aids for classroom use and encouraged student participation.
  • Researched latest teaching techniques and incorporated into lesson delivery to improve concept acquisition with assistance of mentor teacher.
  • Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to keep parents informed of student progress.
  • Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
  • Used computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment to supplement presentations.
  • Discussed important historical figures, dates and events which helped shape modern world.
  • Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
  • Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
  • Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues.
  • Taught both ELA and SS together and incorporated ELA into SS lessons.
  • Co-founded the Green Team Recycling program.
  • Offered one-on-one afterschool tutoring for students who were not understanding material.

Education

Master of Arts - Completed 1 Yr of Grad School

UNCW
Wilmington, NC

Middle School Teaching Licensure - Middle School ELA/SS

UNCW
Wilmington, NC
05.2009

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature With History Minor

UNCW
Wilmington, NC
05.2006

Skills

  • Social Studies
  • Google Suite
  • Organizational Abilities
  • Academic Performance Evaluations
  • Hands-On Learning
  • Lesson Planning Expertise
  • Character Education
  • Instructional Techniques
  • Different Learning Styles
  • Autism Spectrum Awareness
  • Instructional Strategies
  • Positive Reinforcement Strategies
  • Smart Board/Recordex
  • Literacy Skills

Hobbies

  • Use of graphic design to create signs for small businesses like Airbnb
  • Hand painted wooded signs for weddings, parties, homes and markets
  • Hand painted art on stretched canvas
  • Pet portraits
  • Small batch/hand poured natural soy wax candles using locally sourced materials.

Timeline

Middle School Teacher

New Hanover County Schools
09.2014 - Current

Middle School ELA Teacher

Duplin County Schools
08.2010 - 09.2014

Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Pender County Schools
08.2009 - 06.2010

Master of Arts - Completed 1 Yr of Grad School

UNCW

Middle School Teaching Licensure - Middle School ELA/SS

UNCW

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature With History Minor

UNCW

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