Whitney Terry
Willis
Summary
Goal-oriented educator and coach with expertise teaching young children. Upbeat when engaging with students and driven to maintain positive parent-educator relationships. Focused on advancing student success resulting in physical excellence and social development through the love of physical education.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Education Teacher/Coach
Willis ISD
08.2023 - Current
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
- Complied with state and federal standards for physical fitness benchmarks and exercise programs.
- Organized and led sports teams teaching benefits of sportsmanship.
- Led exercises and physical activities to engage students and develop physical skills.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
- Encouraged students to set and achieve fitness goals to develop sense of accomplishment.
5th Grade Elementary Teacher
Willis ISD
08.2012 - Current
- Devised lesson plans in alignment with state curriculum standards and created balanced instructional programs, demonstrations and work time to meet educational and instructional goals.
- Pursued positive methods to correct student behavior, delivering constructive feedback upon improvement.
- Deployed assessment data to drive instruction and student mastery of standards.
2nd Grade Teacher
China Spring ISD
08.2010 - 05.2012
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
- Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
- Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
Marketing Manager/Activities Coordinator
Brookdale Senior Living Facility
09.2008 - 07.2010
- Worked with management team to oversee and monitor marketing strategy.
- Managed creation of marketing materials, collateral and sales support tools.
- Worked closely with customers to determine appropriate marketing offerings and strategies for business needs.
- Implemented comprehensive activity program to correspond with needs and interests of participants.
- Collaborated with clinical support staff and care professionals to establish team-based, patient-centered care approach.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX05.2008
Skills
- Goal Setting
- Student-Centered Learning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Class Management
- Positive Reinforcement
- Athletic coaching
- Verbal and written communication
- Coaching and mentoring
Affiliations
- Teacher of the year 2023
- Team Leader of 5th grade team 2021-present
- Started the Cannan Running Club in 2021 and we now have over 50 members
- 2015 MVP for Willis ISD
- Mentor Teacher
- Coach summer track for the City of Conroe 2021 to present
Sam Houston State University
- 2007 & 2008 All Conference for Distance Medley Relay
- 2008 All Conference Steeplechase
- 2nd fastest 5k in school history in 2007
- 2007 Cross Country MVP
High School
- Won three individual gold medals at the UIL State Track meet
- Individually medaled every year at the State Cross Country meet
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Physical Education Teacher/Coach
Willis ISD
08.2023 - Current
5th Grade Elementary Teacher
Willis ISD
08.2012 - Current
2nd Grade Teacher
China Spring ISD
08.2010 - 05.2012
Marketing Manager/Activities Coordinator
Brookdale Senior Living Facility
09.2008 - 07.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations
Sam Houston State University
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