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WHITNEY ANSONS

WHITNEY ANSONS

Yelm,WA

Summary

Experienced educator with strong focus on nurturing young minds and fostering supportive learning environment. Adept at curriculum development, classroom management, and differentiated instruction, ensuring every student thrives. Known for collaborating effectively with colleagues and adapting to evolving educational needs, ensuring consistent, impactful results.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

2nd-grade Teacher

Eagle View Christian School
08.2024 - Current
  • Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.

SpEd Paraprofessional

Yelm School District
11.2022 - 06.2024
  • Developed and implemented instructional strategies to meet the learning needs of special education students.
  • Supported special education teachers by providing feedback on lesson plans, objectives, and modifications.
  • Assisted students with disabilities in completing daily activities and assignments.
  • Utilized appropriate communication methods such as sign language and picture boards when necessary.
  • Facilitated small group instruction for students who required additional assistance with course material.
  • Organized materials needed for classroom lessons prior to instruction beginning.
  • Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and parents to ensure the best educational experience for each student.
  • Observed individual student performance in order to identify areas of strength or weakness within a subject area or task level.
  • Implemented positive reinforcement techniques when working with challenging behaviors.
  • Participated in staff development activities related to SpEd topics.
  • Worked in tandem with teacher to develop customized classroom environment conducive to students' needs.

Preschool Teacher Leader

Kat's Classroom
08.2022 - 11.2022
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
  • Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
  • Enhanced 3-year-old students understanding of rules, safety and behavioral guidelines and disciplinary protocols by redesigning and simplifying them.

Preschool Teacher Leader

First Learners Preschool
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
  • Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
  • Enhanced 3-year-old students understanding of rules, safety and behavioral guidelines and disciplinary protocols by redesigning and simplifying them.

In-Home Child Caregiver

Self
08.2019 - 05.2020
  • Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
  • Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
  • Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments and issues.
  • Planned and guided age-appropriate tasks like reading, crafts and dance.
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Offered top-notch care to 3+ children at once, ranging in age from 2 to 4.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
  • Cared for children ages 2 to 4 in nurturing and age-appropriate way.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Education Degree: Elementary Education

Liberty University
Richmond, VA
12-2025

High School Diploma - undefined

Granbury High School
Granbury, TX
05.2007

Skills

  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Excellent Communication
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Planning and Coordination
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Written Communication
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Active Listening
  • Good Telephone Etiquette
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Team building
  • Self-Motivated
  • Attention to Detail
  • Emotional Support
  • Social Skills Development
  • Learning Strategies
  • Transition planning
  • Teacher Assistance
  • Classroom Organization

Accomplishments

  • Commended for exceptional teaching and support to students.
  • Taught 15 students in first year of teaching, 13 of which were boys and 2 girls.
  • Currently teaching a class with 19 students.

Timeline

2nd-grade Teacher

Eagle View Christian School
08.2024 - Current

SpEd Paraprofessional

Yelm School District
11.2022 - 06.2024

Preschool Teacher Leader

Kat's Classroom
08.2022 - 11.2022

Preschool Teacher Leader

First Learners Preschool
08.2021 - 05.2022

In-Home Child Caregiver

Self
08.2019 - 05.2020

High School Diploma - undefined

Granbury High School

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Education Degree: Elementary Education

Liberty University

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