Whitney Love
Summary
Accomplished educator with a proven track record, excelling in differentiated instruction and parent-teacher communication. Expert in integrating technology to enhance learning and adept at fostering academic growth through innovative lesson planning. Demonstrated success in improving student engagement and academic performance, leveraging both hard and soft skills to meet diverse needs. Engaging Elementary Teacher committed to preparing young students for elementary learning. Models diverse academic knowledge along with nurturing and enthusiastic presence that energizes students. Forms partnerships with parents and other education professionals to deliver learning and emotional support each child needs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Autauga County Board Of Education
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
- Utilized assessment data to modify instruction and target areas of weakness for individual students.
Preschool Teacher
Elmore County Board Of Education
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
Sixth Grade History Teacher
Elmore County Board Of Education
06.2021 - 05.2022
- Employed appropriate teaching methods to cater to individual educational needs of each student.
- Tracked student progress using formative assessments, adjusting instructional methods accordingly for optimal results.
- Boosted student engagement through the incorporation of interactive activities, group projects, and hands-on experiences.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies for a diverse classroom environment ensuring all learners had equal opportunities for success.
Fourth Grade ELA Teacher
Pike Road Board Of Education
05.2020 - 06.2021
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules, and language skills.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment, and expression of original ideas.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
Preschool Teacher
Chilton County Board Of Education
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Completed documentation on individual children and teachers for recordkeeping.
- Managed diverse classrooms by adapting teaching methods to accommodate various learning abilities and styles.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Assisted in the development of school-wide curriculum standards, contributing expertise in early childhood education principles.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood/ Elementary Education
Auburn University-Montgomery
Montgomery, AL08.2018
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Lesson Planning
- Documentation and Record Keeping
- Classroom Instruction
- Technology Integration
Accomplishments
AMSTI 4th Grade Year 1 Certified in Science
ARI Foundations of Beginning Reading Certified
ARI Dyslexia Overview Certified
AMSTI 3rd Grade Year 1 Certified Math and Math Journaling
AECTP Certified
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Autauga County Board Of Education
07.2023 - 05.2024
Preschool Teacher
Elmore County Board Of Education
07.2022 - 05.2023
Sixth Grade History Teacher
Elmore County Board Of Education
06.2021 - 05.2022
Fourth Grade ELA Teacher
Pike Road Board Of Education
05.2020 - 06.2021
Preschool Teacher
Chilton County Board Of Education
08.2018 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood/ Elementary Education
Auburn University-Montgomery
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