BRANDY WRIGHT
Bostic
Summary
Accomplished Early Head Start Teacher at Rutherford County Schools, adept in classroom management and lesson planning. Demonstrated success in fostering child development and enhancing parent-child relationships through tailored care plans and engaging curricula. Excels in collaboration and verbal communication, significantly improving program effectiveness. Certified in first aid and CPR, ensuring a safe learning environment. A dedicated and compassionate educator committed to nurturing young minds and fostering a supportive learning environment. Strong interpersonal skills facilitate effective communication and collaboration with families, colleagues, and community members to ensure a holistic approach to child development—proven ability to create a warm, inclusive classroom atmosphere where every child feels valued and encouraged.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
WNCsource Children Services
01.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans for diverse learners.
- Facilitated daily activities promoting social, emotional, and cognitive growth.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's developmental milestones.
- Monitored student progress and adapted strategies to enhance learning outcomes.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instructional strategies to ensure effective learning outcomes.
- Organized educational materials and resources to create an engaging learning environment.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Early Head Start Teacher
Rutherford County Schools
08.2021 - 01.2025
- Engaged in reflective practice to evaluate program effectiveness and make improvements when needed.
- Assessed the developmental needs of each child promptly, providing individualized care plans as necessary.
- Facilitated positive relationships between parents and their children through parent and child activities and communication.
- Established trusting relationships with families by listening attentively and communicating effectively.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curricula for Early Head Start children to foster physical, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Managed daily classroom activities to comply with Head Start program performance standards and state licensing requirements.
Substitute Teacher
Rutherford County Schools
11.2020 - 08.2021
- Maintained a safe and healthy learning environment.
- Managed and implemented classroom activities, aligning with student learning goals.
- Assigned classwork and homework, making corrections and revisions as needed.
- Monitored children in classes, during outside time, and during lunch periods to maintain a safe environment.
- Managed classroom environment, helping students learn in the absence of regular teachers.
Daycare Teacher
Choice Care Daycare
06.2018 - 05.2021
- Monitored children in classes, on field trips, and during lunch periods to identify and correct and safety problems.
- Put together fun lessons to engage children in learning foundational skills such as letter and number recognition.
- Created activities to engage and interest children of various ages.
- Led songs and games, arts and crafts, and challenged children to work hard to succeed.
- Helped prepare preschool-aged children for kindergarten by introducing basic concepts such as alphabet, numbers, colors, and shapes.
- Worked collaboratively with the director, fellow teachers, and parents to meet the unique needs of each child.
- Coordinated regular outside and gym activities to promote children's physical development.
- Checked classroom regularly for safety problems and housekeeping requirements.
- Cleaned spaces regularly and sanitized surfaces daily to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
- Arranged daily nap and rest periods to recharge students for afternoon play and additional learning.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Birth To Kindergarten Education
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC, US05-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Isothermal Community College
US05-2021
High School Diploma -
RS Central High School
Rutherfordton, NC01-2018
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Problem-solving
- Collaboration
- Differentiated instruction
- Verbal communication
- Relationship building
- Multitasking
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson implementation
- First aid and CPR certified
- Documentation and record keeping
- Computer skills
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
WNCsource Children Services
01.2025 - Current
Early Head Start Teacher
Rutherford County Schools
08.2021 - 01.2025
Substitute Teacher
Rutherford County Schools
11.2020 - 08.2021
Daycare Teacher
Choice Care Daycare
06.2018 - 05.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Isothermal Community College
Bachelor of Science - Birth To Kindergarten Education
Western Carolina University
High School Diploma -
RS Central High School