Wendy Bohannon
Mechanicsville
Summary
A dynamic educator from Hanover County Public Schools, I excel in classroom management and fostering strong relationships. My approach, blending critical thinking with empathy, has significantly enhanced student engagement and performance. Committed to professional growth, I've also mentored new teachers, contributing to a supportive academic community.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Hanover County Public Schools
08.1996 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Education
Master of Teaching - Elementary Education NK-4
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA05-1995
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA05-1995
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Public speaking
- Cultural sensitivity
- Empathy and patience
- Data analysis
- Flexible and adaptive
Accomplishments
- National Board Certified Teacher 2003-Present
- Rural Point Teacher of the Year-2014
- Superintendent Professional Development Scholarship Recipient-2021
- Grade Level Team Leader-2017-2021
- Building Mentor Coordinator-2022-Present
- County Mentor Induction Team- 2023-Present
Timeline
Teacher
Hanover County Public Schools
08.1996 - Current
Master of Teaching - Elementary Education NK-4
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Virginia Commonwealth University
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