Wendy Wear
Stafford
Summary
Accomplished educator seeking to leverage my expertise in instructional design and development to create training initiatives that drive performance, enhance employee skills, and align with organizational goals in the corporate world.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Third Grade Teacher
Stafford County Schools
07.2024 - Current
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices, enhancing overall teaching effectiveness.
- Assessed student understanding regularly using various formative assessment techniques, adjusting instruction accordingly for optimal results.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by implementing effective classroom management strategies and maintaining consistent expectations.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, resulting in a more cohesive instructional approach across grade level teams.
Principal
Joppa-Maple Grove Unit District
07.2023 - 04.2024
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
- Improved student outcomes by analyzing data and adjusting instructional practices accordingly.
- Increased teacher effectiveness through comprehensive coaching, professional development opportunities, and mentorship programs.
Intervention Specialist
Champaign Unit 4
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Built strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by incorporating social-emotional learning strategies into daily activities.
- Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill development, enhancing academic growth for all participants.
- Provided ongoing assessment of student progress, adjusting interventions as needed to optimize results.
Primary F Teacher
Next Generation School
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective teaching techniques.
- Created data-driven, learner-centered, friendly and safe environment demonstrating shared responsibility for achievement by coordinating with other teachers.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive home-school partnership.
- Coordinated school-wide events such as field trips, performances, and assemblies to enrich the educational experience for all students.
Second Grade Teacher
Escola Americana De Brasilia
07.2019 - 06.2021
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
Fourth Grade Teacher
Palm Springs Unified School District
08.2016 - 06.2019
- Tracked student progress using formative and summative assessments, informing future instruction and support strategies.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Implemented differentiated instruction methods to meet the diverse needs of each learner, ensuring academic growth across all ability levels.
- Incorporated diverse instructional strategies, accommodating different learning styles and needs within the classroom.
- Encouraged cooperative group work among students, developing collaborative skills necessary for future success in school and beyond.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive learning community.
- Increased student motivation by creating engaging activities and hands-on projects that connected to real-world experiences.
Classroom Teacher
Various Employers
08.2001 - 06.2016
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
- Provided timely feedback on assignments, allowing students to learn from mistakes and improve their performance.
Education
Master of Science - Training And Development
Texas A&M University
Commerce, TX08-2006
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Collaborative teaching
- Curriculum development
- Technology integration
- Staff mentoring & leadership
- Team training and leadership
- Team leadership, training, and development
- Organizational leadership skills
- Critical thinking and evaluation
- Scheduling and time management
- Time management efficiency
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 56 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of eight in the development of Higher Level Questioning Strategies.
- Commended for exceptional teaching and support to students.
Timeline
Third Grade Teacher
Stafford County Schools
07.2024 - Current
Principal
Joppa-Maple Grove Unit District
07.2023 - 04.2024
Intervention Specialist
Champaign Unit 4
08.2022 - 07.2023
Primary F Teacher
Next Generation School
08.2021 - 06.2022
Second Grade Teacher
Escola Americana De Brasilia
07.2019 - 06.2021
Fourth Grade Teacher
Palm Springs Unified School District
08.2016 - 06.2019
Classroom Teacher
Various Employers
08.2001 - 06.2016
Master of Science - Training And Development
Texas A&M University
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