Willie Garner
Arlington,VA
Summary
Experienced with classroom management and student support, ensuring conducive learning atmosphere. Utilizes effective communication and organizational skills to assist in educational activities. Track record of fostering positive relationships with students and staff to support educational objectives.
Skilled instructional professional with experience in educational support and classroom management. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Adept at adapting to changing needs, ensuring smooth operations and effective learning experiences. Proficient in lesson planning, student assessment, and technology integration. Known for reliability and fostering positive learning environment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Assistant
Arlington Public Schools
08.2019 - Current
- Assisting with lesson plans, data collection, and anything else they may need to provide a safe space for every student who walks into the classroom by meeting every accommodation and goal as specified in their IEP by the end of the year
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to maintain a positive and focused learning environment.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and instructional support.
Chorographer (Living Water Dance Ministry)
Macedonia Baptist Church Liturgical Dance Ministry
12.2012 - Current
- Choreography the Ministry of dance interpretation to compliment the preached word, and the ministry in song as we transform lives through the artistic expression of dance and God’s spoken word
- Help to education the ministry of the sacrificial meaning of proper movement and interpretation of movement so that the music, and the dancer will flow with understanding of the message
- Adapted choreography as needed based on performer abilities or technical limitations of venues.
- Developed new choreography for shows and organized rehearsals with team members.
- Streamlined rehearsal processes through clear communication of expectations and efficient time management strategies.
- Fostered a positive team atmosphere by addressing conflicts constructively and promoting mutual respect among dancers.
- Discovered and utilized talents of team.
Extended Day Care Assistant
Arlington County Public School
10.2012 - 06.2019
- Provide age appropriate and asset building activities for before and after school activities to help support the APS instructional goals by instilling feelings of value, competence and confidence in each child, building positive relationships with children, their families and the surrounding communities
- present activities that will give each child opportunities to be artistic, expressive and thought provoking
- Teaching children to value and respect each other’s cultural diversity while meeting the individual needs of each child
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
Camp Counselor
Pioneer Musical Theatre Camp
06.2013 - 07.2018
- This summer experience allows me the opportunity to introduce choreography to some and teach to other students the art of dance interpretation and expression for the camp’s selected musical
- I also served as a positive influence and assistant to the counselor’s during the full camp experience
- Led recreational activities to foster teamwork and social skills among campers.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
Receptionist/Administrative Support
Shenandoah Brandt Student Center Information Desk
08.2007 - 05.2011
- Received all visitors and students, answered the telephone, took messages, received/sorted mail
- Typed office correspondence as needed and maintained the tidiness of the office, counter space, as well as the game room
- Assisted with bulk mailings and maintained the information center, answering all calls and providing callers with the most recent update of activities and events as scheduled at various locations around the University
Education
Master of Education - Early Childhood Special Education
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA12-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Musical Theater
Shenandoah University
Winchester, VA12-2011
Skills
- Classroom organization
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Small group instruction
- Teacher collaboration
- Classroom support
- Special education support
- Classroom management
- CPR and first aid
- Art and music integration
- Friendly and outgoing
- Verbal and written communication
- Positive reinforcement
Certification
- Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training - Crisis Prevention Institute.
Timeline
Instructional Assistant
Arlington Public Schools
08.2019 - Current
Camp Counselor
Pioneer Musical Theatre Camp
06.2013 - 07.2018
Chorographer (Living Water Dance Ministry)
Macedonia Baptist Church Liturgical Dance Ministry
12.2012 - Current
Extended Day Care Assistant
Arlington County Public School
10.2012 - 06.2019
Receptionist/Administrative Support
Shenandoah Brandt Student Center Information Desk
08.2007 - 05.2011
Master of Education - Early Childhood Special Education
George Mason University
Bachelor of Arts - Musical Theater
Shenandoah University
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