Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Caring, hard-working, and dependable with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Hi, I’m
Whitney Vinson
Oxford,MS
Summary
Overview
26
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Yoknapatawpha Arts Council
Assistant Director, Art Camps
03.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Prioritized tasks and allocated resources appropriately to keep teams focused and productive.
- Led teams of personnel, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
Oxford University United Methodist Church
Nursery Worker
08.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement and behavior modeling.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
Self Employed
Nanny, Infant to School Age
10.1997 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
- Monitored and observed child progress, interactions and behavior and reported findings to parents.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
Discovery Day School
Lead Teacher, Preschool
08.2017 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Increased student involvement in program offerings.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
Discovery Day School
Assistant Teacher, Preshool
08.2014 - 05.2017
Job overview
- Supervised recess, snack and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.
- Supported teacher in preparing individualized learning plans for underperforming students.
Yoknapatawpha Arts Council
Assistant Teacher, Art Camps
06.2015 - 07.2016
Job overview
- Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.
- Worked with teachers to coordinate activities for classes.
Education
University of MississippiOxford, MS
B.F.A. from Painting Emphasis
12.2001
University Overview
- Relevant Coursework: Drawing, Parson's School of Design, New York, NY, 1994
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Planning Projects and Activities
- Creating Positive Learning Environment
- Group and Individual Instruction
- First Aid/ CPR Certified, Infant, Child, Adult
Certification
- Certified Teacher, Visual Arts K-12
Timeline
Assistant Director, Art Camps
Yoknapatawpha Arts Council
03.2023 - Current
Nursery Worker
Oxford University United Methodist Church
08.2022 - Current
Lead Teacher, Preschool
Discovery Day School
08.2017 - 03.2020
Assistant Teacher, Art Camps
Yoknapatawpha Arts Council
06.2015 - 07.2016
Assistant Teacher, Preshool
Discovery Day School
08.2014 - 05.2017
Nanny, Infant to School Age
Self Employed
10.1997 - 05.2023
University of Mississippi
B.F.A. from Painting Emphasis
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