Middle School Social Studies

Crystal Whiting

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Dedicated and passionate middle school educator with over 18 years of experience designing and delivering engaging, student-centered instruction. Proven leadership as a Social Studies Department Head, with a strong emphasis on curriculum development, instructional technology integration, and team collaboration. Skilled in creating inclusive learning environments that promote critical thinking, academic growth, and student engagement. Core Skills

● Curriculum & Lesson Plan Development

● Instructional Technology Integration

● Departmental Leadership & Collaboration

● Classroom Management for Diverse Learners

● Differentiated Instruction & Remediation

● Student-Centered Learning Approaches

● Smart Board & Audio-Visual Tools

● Literacy Strategy Implementation

● Parent and Faculty Communication

Professional Experience

Middle School Social Studies Teacher Social Studies Department Head Seventy-First Classical Middle School, Cumberland County Schools Aug 2018 – Present

● Lead the Social Studies department and support curriculum alignment across grade levels.

● Design and implement engaging, standards-based lesson plans incorporating digital tools and Smart Board technology.

● Foster active student participation through differentiated instruction and collaborative learning.

● Mentor colleagues and participate in schoolwide instructional planning and professional development.

6th Grade Social Studies Teacher

Spring Lake Middle School, Cumberland County Schools Aug 2007 – Jun 2018

● Developed and delivered engaging lesson plans to over 80 students.

● Increased classroom participation through multimodal learning strategies.

● Facilitated differentiated instruction and remediation for End-of-Grade test preparation.

● Shared literacy strategies with peers during faculty meetings to enhance schoolwide instructional practices.

8th Grade Social Studies Teacher

Red Springs Middle School, Robeson County Schools Aug 2005 – Jun 2007

● Improved engagement through creative methods, including role-play and simulations.

● Conducted reading and writing workshops to improve literacy and support district reading goals.

● Adapted curriculum for special needs students using varied instructional technologies.

● Actively collaborated with parents to address student needs and resolve concerns. Bible Instructor

United Christian College, Goldsboro, NC Aug 2003 – Dec 2005

● Designed yearly syllabi and delivered weekly Bible courses for a cohort of 20 students.

● Cultivated a collaborative and reflective learning environment. 6th Grade Reading Teacher

Overhills Middle School, Harnett County Schools Sept 2000 – May 2002

● Conducted reading workshops to support literacy development in sixth graders.

● Incorporated children's literature, poetry, and media into lessons to boost engagement.

● Provided tutoring and academic support to students needing additional assistance. Teacher’s Assistant

Oral Roberts University, Tulsa, OK Dates Not Specified

● Facilitated class discussions for approximately 100 college students.

● Graded assignments and managed collaborative learning projects. Education

Master of Education (M.Ed.)

Fayetteville State University – Fayetteville, NC

Master of Arts in Theology

Oral Roberts University – Tulsa, OK

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