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Whitney Tanksley

Jackson,MO

Summary

Experienced Elementary Teacher with a background in curriculum development; looking to utilize my curriculum background and educational experience to enhance student development. Seeking to foster strong relationships between teachers, students and parents.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Elementary School Teacher

Jackson Public School District
08.2022 - Current
  • Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques customized for diverse learning needs.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enhancing students'' understanding of various subjects.
  • Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
  • Implemented engaging hands-on activities to reinforce fundamental concepts, resulting in increased student motivation and participation.
  • Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development and implemented innovative teaching strategies.
  • Serve on the ELA and Social Studies Curriculum team

Elementary School Teacher

Gainesville Public School
08.2020 - 05.2022
  • Consistently met or exceeded district expectations for student growth and achievement on standardized assessments.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques to address diverse learning needs and foster an inclusive classroom environment.
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
  • Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
  • Created and implemented a new science curriculum for Junior High.

Elementary School Teacher

Dexter Public Schools
12.2015 - 05.2020
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, fostering a comprehensive educational experience.
  • Implemented effective classroom management strategies, maintaining a positive learning environment for all students.
  • Organized field trips and extracurricular activities, promoting real-world connections to the curriculum.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
  • Created Social Studies curriculum for my department.

Education

MASTERS IN ELEMENTARY ADMINISTRATION -

Southeast Missouri State University
12.2018

BACHELORS DEGREE IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION -

Murray State University
12.2015

Skills

  • Curriculum Development
  • Project-based learning
  • Child Development
  • Compliance standards
  • Lesson Planning
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Classroom Management
  • Technology Integration
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Effective Communication
  • Multitasking and Organization

Certification

  • Missouri Teaching Certification

Timeline

Elementary School Teacher

Jackson Public School District
08.2022 - Current

Elementary School Teacher

Gainesville Public School
08.2020 - 05.2022

Elementary School Teacher

Dexter Public Schools
12.2015 - 05.2020

MASTERS IN ELEMENTARY ADMINISTRATION -

Southeast Missouri State University

BACHELORS DEGREE IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION -

Murray State University

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