Grace Whitmill
Oklahoma City
Summary
Dedicated Educator experienced in creating and fostering learning environments for students to raise confidence and expand knowledge base. Persevering in tough conditions to continue to provide an inclusive learning environment that fostered a desire to learn in my students.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator
A+ World Academy
06.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented a year-long research curriculum called Field Studies.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Fostered positive relationships with students in both teacher and mentor roles.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, enhancing student learning through interdisciplinary connections.
Educator
Restart Academy
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to target areas of weakness and continuously improve student performance throughout the school year.
- Facilitated student-led, inquiry-based activities in classroom to enhance learning experience.
Operations Specialist
Teach For America
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Managed scheduling and budgeting for Early Childhood Education centers during the summer.
- Collaborated with a team to create a summer training program for incoming teachers to ECE sites.
- Established organization systems for supplies and managed the company Slack channel to optimize communication.
Child Caregiver
Self Employed
05.2020 - 06.2021
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Worked with two families to provide the best care for their children during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
- Created a daily structure for the kids while their parents worked from home.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Moore Public Schools
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
Director of Hospitality
Chick-fil-A
09.2017 - 06.2020
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by implementing innovative hospitality programs and services.
- Served as hospitality specialist and trainer.
- Served as Drive-Thru Coordinator to navigate the switch to a Drive-Thru only restaurant during the Covid-19 Pandemic.
- Led the Drive-Thru team to break a store record for customers served during a lunch rush.
Production Assisstant
SoonerVision
08.2019 - 02.2020
- Served as editing assistant and helped create promotions for OU Athletics.
- Facilitated a switch over to Adobe Creative Suite from Microsoft Suite for all employees.
Education
Master of Arts in Teaching - Dual Speceliast: General And Special Education
Relay Graduate School of Education
New York, NY06.2023
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism - Public Relations
University of Oklahoma
Norman, Oklahoma12.2020
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Parent Interaction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Subject matter expertise: STEM, Social Sciences, Honors Research
- Project-based learning
- Special Education
- AP Certified: Human Geography
Affiliations
- Teach For America
- Americorps
- PRISM, NY
- Public Relations Student Society of America
- AP College Board
Timeline
Educator
A+ World Academy
06.2023 - Current
Operations Specialist
Teach For America
05.2022 - 08.2022
Educator
Restart Academy
08.2021 - 06.2023
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Moore Public Schools
01.2021 - 05.2021
Child Caregiver
Self Employed
05.2020 - 06.2021
Production Assisstant
SoonerVision
08.2019 - 02.2020
Director of Hospitality
Chick-fil-A
09.2017 - 06.2020
Master of Arts in Teaching - Dual Speceliast: General And Special Education
Relay Graduate School of Education
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism - Public Relations
University of Oklahoma
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