Whitney Graham
Nashville,IL
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
3rd Grade Humanities Teacher
East End Prep
01.2024 - Current
- Grew scholars from Interim Assessment 2 to Interim Assessment 3 by 571% (data is provided in portfolio).
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods and strategies, catering to diverse learning styles.
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents, fostering positive learning environment in classroom.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, broadening students' comprehension of interdisciplinary connections.
- Implemented assessment tools to track student progress and inform instruction for continuous improvement.
Instructional Manager - Humanities & ESL
Chattanooga Preparatory School
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Streamlined and monitored implementation of technology-based learning programs.
- Designed curricula, research topics and conceptualized course format, subject matter and presentation.
- Targeted diverse learning modalities in development of new course content and training programs that were implemented weekly.
- Communicated all learning and performance objectives, schedules, and training assessments to upper management.
- Improved student outcomes with tailored instructional strategies based on individual needs and learning styles.
- Enhanced data from benchmark 1 to benchmark 2, by identifying trends and patterns in complex datasets.
Lead Mentor Teacher 5th and 6th Grade
Nashville Classical Charter School
07.2020 - 04.2023
- Developed and internalized curriculum to increase scholar achievement and engagement with 82% increased proficiency on writing rubric from beginning of year to end of year.
- Launched and sustain grade level communication systems between families and the school community by contacting 100% of families biweekly.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with the school's mission and vision and providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
Founding Director of Lower School
STRIVE Collegiate Academy
07.2017 - 06.2020
- Internalized feedback from surveys and implemented it by planning effective professional development for staff that earned 97% approval rating from staff.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Partnered with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Established departmental performance goals and provided feedback for underperforming areas.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Western Governors University
Remote12.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Minors, Spanish And Women Studies
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN05.2015
Skills
- Training
- Project Management
- Written and Oral Communications
- Negotiation
- Staff Presentations
- Staff Development
- Leadership & Advocacy
- Interpersonal Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Conflict Resolution
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- K-12 English as a Second Language (ESL)- Certified
- K-6 Content Knowledge- Certified
Accomplishments
- Blue Ribbon Teacher in Teacher Leadership Category 2019 Recipient
Languages
Spanish
English
Affiliations
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated
The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
Golden Key International Honour Society
Sigma Tau Delta International Honor Society
Timeline
3rd Grade Humanities Teacher
East End Prep
01.2024 - Current
Instructional Manager - Humanities & ESL
Chattanooga Preparatory School
05.2023 - 01.2024
Lead Mentor Teacher 5th and 6th Grade
Nashville Classical Charter School
07.2020 - 04.2023
Founding Director of Lower School
STRIVE Collegiate Academy
07.2017 - 06.2020
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Arts - Minors, Spanish And Women Studies
Tennessee State University
- K-12 English as a Second Language (ESL)- Certified
- K-6 Content Knowledge- Certified
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