Professional profile
Central to my approach as an educator is my relationship with my students. I work hard to build and maintain a level of comfort and trust with each child as individuals; and I feel that this effort shines through in my instructional outcomes. If you should have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me!
teaching Experience
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER, Houston Independent School District
January 2020-Present
-Managed a self-contained Kindergarten/First Grade combo classroom of 24 students.
-Identified and selected different instructional resources and methods to meet students' varying needs.
-Designed educational activities that promote physical, social, and intellectual growth of students as individuals.
-Coordinated campus resources to address diverse student needs by working closely with the campus Wraparound Specialist, Social Worker, Interventionist, and Special Needs Teachers.
-Communicated with parents about students’ progress and development.
student teacher, alta loma school district
January - April 2019
-Applied collegiate knowledge of instructional theory, content and standards, and classroom management during a 13 week demonstrated teaching placement in First Grade.
-Communicated high expectations to all learners, while differentiating to support the needs of groups such as English Language Learners, Students on IEP’s, below-level readers, and gifted and talented students.
-Supported the confidence, happiness, and safety of all students in both my bond with each student, and in my thoughtful development of classroom environment.
-Managed classroom behavior using the PBIS method to promote positivity and responsibility.
inducted member, kappa delta pi
June 2017 - Present
-Selected as a member of this organization on the basis of my accelerated level of academic achievement and demonstrated rigorous knowledge of instructional theory.
-Attended meetings and otherwise networked with fellow students pursuing a teaching credential.
-Received resources and professional development in the pursuit of upholding the societal values of Fidelity to Humanity, Science, Service, and Toil.
-Contributed to the Sigma Alpha Epsilon chapter’s 2018 Literacy Alive! submission, in which my team created a website and iBook collection of digital literacy resources for teachers..
Sunday School Teacher, pilgrim congregational church
January 2013 - June 2018
-Developed lesson plans on a monthly basis around a central theme/ bible verse.
-Instructed an average class size of six children, in both lower and upper elementary groupings.
-Managed one instructional aid.
-Volunteered to coordinate vacation bible school programs at the church, as well as in special service projects; coordinating with the Salvation Army in Anchorage, Alaska, the Lakota Tribes in Rapid City, South Dakota, and Under the Bridge Ministries in Nashville, Tennessee.
Camp counselor, cedar lake camp
July 2012- July 2015
-Stayed overnight with campers for a week at a time.
-Facilitated camp activities and games while ensuring camper safety.
-Led small group discussions, aided in conflict resolution between children, and shaped the cabin environment to be friendly and inclusive.
-One year of this experience as a councilor to an inclusive cabin with most girls typically developing and one girl with an autism spectrum disorder.
Core competencies
Ethical Practitioner
Well Versed in Developmental Theory, Content, and Standards
Excellent Communication Skills
Team Collaborator
Able to Inspire, Comfort, and Build Self Esteem
Enthusiastic, Engaging, and Flexible Instructor
Sensitive to diversity of Culture, Gender, Race, and Religion.
Technical skills
Microsoft Office Suite
Mac and PC Proficient
Google Docs
Google Classroom
DropBox
iMovie
Final Cut Pro
Professional development
Kagan Cooperative Learning Workshop'
Alta Loma School District
Alta Loma, CA, January 2019
Exams
California Multiple Subject edTPA
passed 8/8/2019
Reading Instruction Competence Exam
passed 7/27/2018
California Subject Examinations for Teachers: Multiple Subject Subtests I, II, and III
passed 3/30/2018
California Basic Educational Skills Test
passed 9/24/2016
Additional work experience
clerical staff, whyte & associates, Inc.
January 2007 - Present
-Communicated with clients and field their questions on financial issues and the execution of their tax return.
-Maintained active files, in both paper copy and digital format.
-Drafted and edited correspondence with the Internal Revenue Service, Franchise Tax Board, and various investment corporations such as John Hancock.
-Assisted Enrolled Agents by completing data entry and single or double entry bookkeeping accounts on a monthly or quarterly basis.
-Established the company Facebook page.
-Digitized document storage using CS Professional Suite software.
HOPE (college age youth) president, National Association of Congregationalist christian churches
June 2014 - June 2015
-Elected to the position of HOPE president by my peers to represent their interests while planning and executing a mission trip to St. Louis and Ferguson, Missouri.
-Produced a service trip for about 90 high school and college age youth, by arranging the room and board, speaker, worship band, service opportunities, and sight-seeing opportunities.
-Led whole group sessions and planning meetings with councilors and small group leaders to facilitate the conference.
-Supervised coordinated efforts between the NACCC and the St. Louis Dream Center.
WORK SITE LEADER, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF CONGREGATIONALIST CHRISTIAN CHURCHES
June 2014
-Supervised a worksite of fifteen others in the construction of a wheelchair ramp for a 93 year- old home bound woman.
-Instructed in the proper use of tools such as power drills and circular saws and oversaw worksite safety.
-Maintained communication with the general contractor in the creation and implementation of blueprints.
-Arranged donations for materials from local nurseries and hardware stores.
Professional Portfolio
https://www.taskstream.com/ts/whyte8/SierraWhyteProfessionalPortfolio
credential
California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential With English Learners Authorization
Credential #190249355
Issued 10/30/2019
Texas Educator Certifications
Core Subjects EC-6
Core Subjects 4-8
English as a Second Language Supplemental EC-8
Issued 01/06/2020
Education
Western governors university, Salt Lake City, UT
B.A. Interdiciplinary Studies, K-8
Graduated October 2019