Wendy Priest
Woodbridge
Summary
Caring, hardworking, and enthusiastic teacher with over 6 years of experience in an elementary multiple subject classroom. Dedicated to creating a safe, collaborative learning environment with a rigorous standards-based curriculum. Enjoys collaborating with partner-teachers, grade-level teams, and articulating across a variety of grade levels. Intellectually curious and a lover of learning and professional development.
Energetic and compassionate, well-suited for fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment. Proficient in elementary education principles and classroom management techniques, with strong skills in lesson planning and student assessment. Dedicated to cultivating positive impact on students' academic and personal growth.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
Robert J. Fite Elementary
Sacramento, CA
08.2025 - Current
- Present: 2nd Grade Teacher 2025 to present
- 5th Grade Teacher 2024-2025
- Long-Term Sub 2nd grade March 2024-June 2024
- 4th Grade Teacher 2023-2024
- Long-Term Sub at Roy Herburger-2020
- Co-Teacher at Arlene Hein 1st grade-2017
- Sutterville Elementary Long-term substitute for 4th grade-2016
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of core subjects.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that promoted social and emotional development among students.
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Robert J. Fite Elementary
Sacramento, CA
08.2025 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs within classroom environment.
- Fostered positive relationships with students, parents, and staff to create supportive educational community.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate technology into curriculum, enhancing student engagement and understanding.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative and summative evaluations to inform instructional decisions.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, establishing clear expectations and consequences while fostering a respectful learning environment.
Education
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential and Masters Degree - In-Process
National University
01-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, Northridge
01-2004
Skills
- AREAS OF EXPERTISE
- Team teaching/Collaboration
- Child development
- Classroom management
- Curriculum development
- Parent/Teacher relations
- Professional flexibility
- Whole class/Small group/Differentiated instruction
- Student assessment/Data analysis
- IT skills
- Individualized learning
- Growth mindset
Certification
Currently ending my first year of LETRS
Timeline
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
Robert J. Fite Elementary
08.2025 - Current
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Robert J. Fite Elementary
08.2025 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, Northridge
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential and Masters Degree - In-Process
National University
PROGRAMS & CURRICULUM
- MATH:
- Envision
- Manipulatives
- ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS:
- Wonders
- SIPPS
- LETRS
CONTACT INFORMATION
- Address: 19360 Wilderness Way, Woodbridge, CA 95258
- Cell: 916.709.2889
- Email: wendycpriest@gmail.com