Heather Poisik
Dumfries
Summary
Forward-thinking professional experienced working in educational settings. Focused on building connections with students to strengthen engagement and help students reach full potential. Knowledgeable about planning projects to diversify instruction, immerse students in subject material, and promote continuous skill-building.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Amelia Island Montessori School
Fernandina Beach
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Facilitated engaging learning activities for diverse groups of students.
- Supported classroom management by maintaining a positive and inclusive environment.
- Implemented lesson plans in accordance with Montessori principles and educational guidelines.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at a consistent level.
- Promoted a safe and secure atmosphere within the classroom setting.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
Volunteer
Holly Ridge Center
Bremerton
08.2010 - 06.2011
- Assisted individuals with disabilities during daily activities and skill development.
- Facilitated recreational activities to promote social interaction among participants.
- Collaborated with staff to create inclusive environments for all participants.
- Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.
- Collaborated with others by contributing time, effort and skills to achieve the organization's goals.
- Provided assistance to staff in the daily operations of the organization.
- Executed tasks assigned by supervisors and completed them on time.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of shared spaces and materials.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Tidewater Community College
Virginia Beach, VA 09.1994 - 06.1996
Some College (No Degree) - Political Science Economics
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VASkills
- Classroom management
- Creativity in teaching
- Curriculum development
- Lesson implementation
- Differentiated teaching
- Group instruction
- Inclusive practices
- Planning lessons
- Activity planning
- Elementary education
- Child development knowledge
- Art instruction
- Creativity in teaching
- Classroom organization
- Organizational skills
- Problem solving
- Communication skills
- Planning lessons
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Amelia Island Montessori School
08.2013 - 06.2014
Volunteer
Holly Ridge Center
08.2010 - 06.2011
Associate of Arts -
Tidewater Community College
09.1994 - 06.1996
Some College (No Degree) - Political Science Economics
Old Dominion University