WILLIE WASHINGTON
Saint Albans,WV
Summary
A hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure an entry-level Special Educator position. Ready to help the team achieve company goals. I offer a compassionate and resourceful approach and am keen to learn and develop any skills necessary to gain employment in an educational environment. I bring a foundational understanding of pedagogy and effective communication skills. Ready to use and develop lesson planning and student engagement in the Special Educator role. With an upbeat approach, I bring a nurturing and patient demeanor. Well-versed in curriculum development and classroom management, I also excel in creating engaging lesson plans that foster student learning—committed to making a meaningful impact on students' academic and personal growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Spedical Education Teacher
Kanawha County Schools
Charleston, WV
08.2017 - Current
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lessons, enhancing student engagement and retention of material.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse needs of all learners in the classroom.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive learning environment that promoted academic growth.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences, communicating student progress and addressing concerns collaboratively for optimal success.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them towards improved performance and greater confidence in their abilities.
- Enhanced literacy skills through individualized reading instruction and targeted writing activities.
- Utilized data-driven instruction methods to pinpoint areas needing improvement, subsequently tailoring instruction accordingly for enhanced outcomes.
- Incorporated hands-on activities in lesson plans, promoting active learning and increased understanding of complex topics.
- Assessed student progress regularly, modifying instructional approaches as needed to ensure continued growth and achievement.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
Athletic Coach
WV. State University/Kanawha County Schools
Institute, WV, /Charleston, WV.
03.2008 - Current
- Facilitated recruitment efforts to attract talented athletes to the program while maintaining compliance with NCAA regulations.
- Implemented reasonable discipline measures when players failed to meet academic requirements or abide by school policies.
- Boosted athlete skills through tailored coaching, focusing on individual strengths and weaknesses.
- Analyzed player skills to accurately assign players to teams and provide training for improvement.
- Evaluated athlete performance using video analysis tools, identifying areas of improvement and providing constructive feedback.
- Maintained annual equipment inventory by storing, reconditioning, and monitoring issued equipment.
- Promoted positive sportsmanship among athletes by modeling respectful behavior towards opponents and officials during games or matches.
- Developed athletes'' physical fitness levels, incorporating strength, flexibility, and endurance training.
- Maintained certification in CPR and first-aid procedures to respond to player injury.
- Implemented injury prevention protocols, reducing the occurrence of injuries among athletes during practice and competitions.
- Mentored student-athletes in balancing academic responsibilities with athletic commitments, ensuring their success both on and off the field.
- Organized fundraising events to support athletic programs, raising funds for equipment upgrades or travel expenses for tournaments.
- Arranged guest speakers or workshops to provide additional insight into sport-specific topics such as nutrition or mental preparation techniques for competition day success.
- Worked directly with Director of Athletic Programs to create budgets for equipment upgrades and travel.
- Created a supportive environment where athletes could openly discuss challenges and seek guidance from coaching staff members.
- Established strong working relationships with news media outlets, school administration and team parents.
- Provided ongoing support for alumni athletes pursuing collegiate or professional opportunities in their respective sports.
- Implemented monitoring systems to track athlete progress, adjusting training plans as needed to optimize results.
- Fostered a sense of camaraderie within the team by organizing social events outside of practice time.
- Advised athletic program director on recommended policy and procedure changes to meet regulations.
- Scheduled practices, tournaments and bus transportation for team members.
- Updated player files with necessary forms to fulfill state and district requirements.
- Established strong relationships with local schools and community organizations to promote youth participation in athletics.
- Consistently completed year-end reports by scheduled deadlines.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing strategic training plans and conducting skill development sessions.
- Monitored student players' compliance with satisfactory academic performance standards.
- Assisted in the development of marketing materials and social media campaigns to promote athletic programs and highlight team successes.
- Improved team cohesion with targeted communication exercises and team-building activities.
- Collaborated with fellow coaches to design comprehensive programs for athlete improvement across various sports disciplines.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
- Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
- Researched latest industry trends and developments to keep abreast of best practices.
Education
Master of Arts - Divinity/ Theological Studies
Eastern University (Palmer Theological Seminar)
PA12.2025
Master of Arts - Leadership Studies
Marshall University
Huntington, WV12.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Board of Regents Concentration -Education
West Virginia State University
Institute, WV12.2012
Diploma - Horticulture Science
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC08.2011
Associate of Arts - Board of Governors
Kanawha Valley Community And Technical College
Institute, WV08.2011
Skills
- Special education
- Cooperative learning
- Secondary education
- Science instruction
- Blended learning
- Classroom management
- Classroom instruction
- Lesson planning
- Behavior management
- Student records management
- Conflict resolution
- Testing and grading
- Group and individual instruction
- Special needs students
- Student-centered learning
- Student assessment
- Learning strategies
- Alternative learning methods
- Public speaking
- Test grading
- Student needs assessment
- SMART board aptitude
- Standardized testing
- Learning style assessment
- Differentiated instruction
- Small group instruction
- Fundraising
- Data-driven instruction
- Technology integration
- Verbal and written communication
- Relationship building
- Team building
- Task prioritization
- Record keeping
- IEP planning
- Flexible and adaptive
- Creative lesson plan development
- Formative assessments and Standard-based grading
Timeline
Spedical Education Teacher
Kanawha County Schools
08.2017 - Current
Athletic Coach
WV. State University/Kanawha County Schools
03.2008 - Current
Master of Arts - Divinity/ Theological Studies
Eastern University (Palmer Theological Seminar)
Master of Arts - Leadership Studies
Marshall University
Bachelor of Arts - Board of Regents Concentration -Education
West Virginia State University
Diploma - Horticulture Science
Central Piedmont Community College
Associate of Arts - Board of Governors
Kanawha Valley Community And Technical College