Audrey Wilson
WHITTIER
Summary
Dynamic educator with over 25 years of experience at Whittier Christian School/Arcadia Christian School, excelling in lesson planning and student assessment. Fostered strong relationships with students and parents, enhancing classroom engagement through interactive teaching methods. Proven ability to differentiate instruction, ensuring all learners achieve their full potential in a supportive environment.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Arcadia Christian School
11.2018 - Current
- Developed positive relationships with parents, communicating regularly about student progress and classroom happenings.
- Enhanced students' mathematical abilities through hands-on activities and real-world examples.
- Provided individualized support for struggling learners, fostering a growth mindset and boosting confidence in their abilities.
- Improved reading comprehension skills by implementing guided reading groups and literature circles.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational best practices and improve teaching effectiveness.
- Implemented classroom management strategies that maintained a structured yet nurturing environment conducive to learning.
- Led after-school tutoring sessions aimed at reinforcing academic concepts and helping students achieve their full potential.
- Taught after-school Cooking Class to enhance the learning and provide extra curricular classes.
3rd Grade Teacher
Heights Christian Schools-Whittier
08.2017 - 06.2018
- 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.
2nd/3rd Multiage Teacher
Carnegie Schools Whittier
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- 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.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
1st - 3rd Grade Teacher
Whittier Christian School
09.1994 - 06.2015
- Developed strong rapport with students by creating a supportive and inclusive classroom atmosphere where all learners felt valued and heard.
- Established positive relationships with parents, keeping them informed of student progress and involving them in school events.
- Taught 1st grade for 2 1/2 years. (I came in the middle of a year when a teacher left.)
- Taught 2nd grade for 20 years.
- Taught 3rd grade for 5 years.
- Taught 1st/2nd and 2nd/3rd combination classes.
- I taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social and citizenship skills.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Biola University
La Mirada, CA05-1984
Skills
- Excellent Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Student assessment
- Interactive teaching/learning
- Instructional best practices
- Flexible and adaptive
- CA Teaching Credential
Certification
- Using Web Tools in the Classroom (2017)
- Coursework: Writing & Reading
- Multiple Subject Teaching Credential (expires 9/1/2027)
- ACSI Educator Certificate
- Teacher of the Year 2023 for my "Go-Give" Spirit that serves and lifts others up.
Timeline
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Arcadia Christian School
11.2018 - Current
3rd Grade Teacher
Heights Christian Schools-Whittier
08.2017 - 06.2018
2nd/3rd Multiage Teacher
Carnegie Schools Whittier
08.2016 - 05.2017
1st - 3rd Grade Teacher
Whittier Christian School
09.1994 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Biola University
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