Wendy Omans
Secondary Social Studies Teacher
Frederica
Summary
Professional and compassionate teacher with 23 years experience in all levels of Social Studies Instruction. Focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies, technology integration and classroom management techniques. Skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success. Dedicated to cultivating inclusion and diversity with engaging and differentiated instruction and effective classroom management. Cultivates understanding of geographical, historical, cultural, economic, and political factors that influence world regions. Motivates students to develop sound opinions based on research of facts regarding national and global politics and economics.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Studies Teacher
Lake Forest School District
2022.08 - Current
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials
- Collaborated with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies
Social Studies Teacher
Capital School District
2001.08 - 2022.08
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on analysis of student data.
- Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
- Adapted new and emerging technology to enhance classroom learning and encourage respectful and collaborative online learning.
- Created and Implemented flipped classroom approach to Advanced Placement Psychology classes resulting in over 60% increase in student scores qualifying for AP Psychology Exam and accumulation of college credit.
- Developed and executed classroom assignments and activities to encourage intellectual curiosity and exploration
- Implemented instruction and cultivated learning environment that recognizes and values diverse populations.
- Coordinated collaboration with faculty and administrators to evaluate and enhance program offerings
- Communicated with parents and students to assess student needs and encourage progress.
- Organized and maintained stimulating and inclusive learning environment.
- Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues
Education
Master of Education - School Administration And Leadership
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - History
Wesley College
Dover, DE05.2001
Skills
- Individualized Support
- Interactive Media
- Differentiated Instruction
- Technology Integration
- Faculty Collaboration
- Emotional Support
- Teacher Leader
- Classroom Management
- Curriculum Development
- Instructional Design
- Lesson plan implementation
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Social Studies Teacher
Lake Forest School District
2022.08 - Current
Social Studies Teacher
Capital School District
2001.08 - 2022.08
Master of Education - School Administration And Leadership
Liberty University
Bachelor of Arts - History
Wesley College
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