WANDA HINES
214-***-**** ***********@*****.***
Summary
High-energy Elementary School Teacher passionate about promoting inclusion, critical thinking skills and student development. Skilled in managing classroom environments and student behavior with positive and proactive strategies. Excellent communication, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.
Skills
●Multimedia instruction
●Play-based learning
●Materials sourcing
●Adaptable style
●Teacher coaching
●ASVAB Testing
Experience
5th Grade Teacher
John F. Mendoza Elementary School 2023 to 2025
●Maintained safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
●Administered and graded class tests to evaluate student progress and comprehension.
●Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
●Met with parents to communicate students' progress, achievements and classroom issues.
●Explored foundational learning concepts with students through hands-on activities, videos and class discussions.
2nd Grade Teacher
John F. Mendoza Elementary School 2021 to 2023
●Boosted student literacy levels by implementing a comprehensive reading program.
●Collaborated with other teachers for interdisciplinary lesson planning, enhancing student understanding of various subjects.
●Developed and implemented engaging hands-on activities to reinforce learning concepts and cater to diverse learning styles.
●Established positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, fostering a strong support network for academic success.
1st Grade Elementary Teacher 2020 to 2021
Amplus Academy
●Collaborated with faculty and staff to plan and implement curriculum.
●Used technology to drive instruction and maximize student achievement.
●Identified student needs and collaborated with faculty to resolve social, cognitive or behavioral challenges.
●Cultivated and developed inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, families and staff.
●Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
●Administered and graded class tests to evaluate student progress and comprehension.
1st Grade Teacher 2019 to 2019
Clark County School District
●Maintained safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
●Administered and graded class tests to evaluate student progress and comprehension.
●Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
●Met with parents to communicate students' progress, achievements and classroom issues.
●Explored foundational learning concepts with students through hands-on activities, videos and class discussions.
1st Grade Teacher 2018 to 2019
Kipp Truth Elementary
●Administered and graded class tests to evaluate student progress and comprehension.
●Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
●Met with parents to communicate students' progress, achievements and classroom issues.
●Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
●Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
●Maintained positive classroom environments by reinforcing rules for behavior and relationship-building actions.
Technology Teacher 2018 to 2018
Kipp Truth Elementary
●Served as I-Station Math Instructor.
●Instructed and monitored over 500 students on the computer as they tested weekly on the math skills that were presented monthly.
●Transcribed data with students, parents and administrators as to how students tested on their math skills.
Teacher/Lead Job Coach 2015 to 2017
Arlington Independent School District
●Coordinated employer and school partners for the purpose of meeting the work education objectives.
●Counseled students in job search skills for the purpose of informing them of employment and career options.
●Monitored students' performance in a variety of work sites according to the program guidelines.
●Monitored students' job locations for the purpose of ensuring compliance with pertinent child labor laws and safety.
Testing Coordinator 2012 to 2015
Dallas Military Processing Station
●Responsible for coordinating, administering, and implementing all aspects of the Student Testing Program.
●Implemented the marketing plan by initiating contracts with schools to meet goals set by the Military Entrance Processing Station with school officials which included superintendents, principals, deans and counselors.
●Conducted pre-test and post-test briefings at assigned schools and administered the students Armed Served Vocational Aptitude Battery Test.
Human Resources Specialist 2006 to 2012
Army National Guard
●Prepared and processed recommendations for awards, decorations, and arranged for award ceremonies.
●Monitored requests for promotions, arranged for reductions and removal from promotion boards.
●Trained officers, non-commissioned officers and other enlisted personnel on how to conduct and write performance evaluations and counseling actions.
1st and 2nd Grade Lead Teacher 2007 to 2008
NuBethel School of Excellence
●Helped learners of all abilities build learning and study skills to promote life-long educational goals.
●Created and maintained a rich learning environment with diverse strategies to engage students and deliver enriching educational opportunities.
●Arranged rooms to facilitate optimal education for student groups.
●Applied proactive behavior management techniques for classroom discipline.
Lead Teacher 2002 to 2007
The Dayton Academy
●Lead Teacher for Grades 1st-4th.
●Served as Science Coordinator for Grades K-5 for Edison Schools Nationwide.
●Served on the Behavioral Management Team.
●Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from cultures around the world.
●Setup numerous field trips to enrich the curriculum.
Education and Training
Bachelor of Science: Early Childhood Education 2002
Central State University Wilberforce, OH
Awards
Received the Jaqueline Morehead Balthrope Award for being the highest ranking graduate in Elementary Education