Maggi A. Potts
Wilmington
Summary
Detail-oriented and highly organized professional with experience coordinating activities, managing multiple priorities, and creating engaging experiences in fast-paced environments. Strong background in communication, logistics, and relationship building with diverse groups, including staff, families, and community members. Skilled at planning and executing events, managing schedules, solving problems quickly, and ensuring smooth operations through careful attention to detail and adaptability. Proven ability to stay organized under pressure, support team collaboration, and foster welcoming, inclusive environments while handling competing demands efficiently.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educator - Kindergarten
Surf City Elementary School
Hampstead
08.2024 - Current
- Successfully designed and implemented lesson plans, incorporating interactive and hands-on activities to enhance student engagement and understanding during small and whole group instruction.
- Implemented Wit & Wisdom, Heggerty Phonemic Awareness, Geodes, and Eureka Math curriculum in daily instruction.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues, contributing to a collaborative and supportive school culture.
- Assessed students’ academic growth through progress monitoring.
- Utilized technology to enhance lesson delivery and student participation using a Smart Board, Google Slides, and Chromebooks.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the diverse needs of students.
Student Teaching - Kindergarten
Belville Elementary School
Leland
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Successfully designed and implemented lesson plans, incorporating interactive and hands-on activities to enhance student engagement and understanding during small and whole group instruction.
- Implemented Wit & Wisdom, Heggerty Phonemic Awareness, Letterland, and Eureka Math curriculum in daily instruction.
- Received positive evaluations from mentor teacher and UNCW advisor on effective classroom management and creating a supportive and engaging learning environment.
Study Abroad Program
UNCW Watson College of Education
Stockholm
05.2023 - 05.2023
- Visited five schools over a two-week period.
- Observed educators and engaged with students to learn instructional methods utilized within Sweden’s educational system.
After-school Art Club Teacher
Cape Fear Academy
03.2023 - 04.2023
- K-5th grade art instruction.
After-school Counselor
Lake Norman Charter Elementary School
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Directed afterschool activities and tutored K-1st grade students.
Server
Brixx Wood Fired Pizza
- Part-time employment throughout college.
- Experiences provided an opportunity to learn time management, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
Server
Cambridge Village of Wilmington
- Part-time employment throughout college.
- Experiences provided an opportunity to learn time management, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
Education
B.A. - Elementary Education, Concentration in Behavioral Studies
University of North Carolina Wilmington
05-2024
Skills
- Curriculum implementation
- Classroom management
- Collaborative teamwork
- Relationship building
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Calendar and schedule management
- Vendor communication
- Budget tracking
- Venue setup coordination
- Multitasking
- Attention to detail
- Documentation and record keeping
- Filing and organization
- Task prioritization
- Conflict resolution
- Fast-paced environment management
- Decision-making
Volunteer Experience
- Caterpillar Ministries, Provided academic enrichment and social engagement to youth in the community.
- YMCA Miracle League, Supported children with special needs in sporting events.
- Mecklenburg Community Church, 2nd grade small group leader.
- Brookdale Senior Living, Organized social activities and engaged with residents.
Certification
- Praxis II - Passed
- Foundations of Reading - Passed
- EdTPA - Passed
- North Carolina Educator License – Complete
Leadership Experience
- Kappa Delta - Theta Xi Sorority, UNCW, Vice President of Events and Programming, 2023
- Kappa Delta - Theta Xi Sorority, UNCW, Director of Social Events, 2022
- Kappa Delta - Theta Xi Sorority, UNCW, International Girl’s Day Committee, 2021
- Kappa Delta - Theta Xi Sorority, UNCW, Recruitment Committee, 2021
- Kappa Delta - Theta Xi Sorority, UNCW, Girl Scout Committee, 2020
Timeline
Educator - Kindergarten
Surf City Elementary School
08.2024 - Current
Student Teaching - Kindergarten
Belville Elementary School
01.2024 - 04.2024
Study Abroad Program
UNCW Watson College of Education
05.2023 - 05.2023
After-school Art Club Teacher
Cape Fear Academy
03.2023 - 04.2023
After-school Counselor
Lake Norman Charter Elementary School
08.2019 - 03.2020
Server
Brixx Wood Fired Pizza
Server
Cambridge Village of Wilmington
B.A. - Elementary Education, Concentration in Behavioral Studies
University of North Carolina Wilmington