Virginia Warriner, NBCT
Newland,NC
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Avery County Schools, specializing in creative lesson planning and child development. Expert in social-emotional learning, fostering positive behavior support, and implementing personalized learning plans. Committed to enhancing student engagement and well-being through innovative teaching strategies and compassionate support.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre-K/Kindergarten Teacher
Avery County Schools
08.2013 - Current
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
- Collaborated with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body.
Licensed Home Day Care Owner
Self-employeed
01.2008 - 07.2013
- Opened and operated in-home licensed child care center.
- Established and maintained five star status by meeting high standards of care and educational criteria.
- Became a Farm to School site providing students with healthy meals, and providing outdoor experiences to children such as gardening, sensory experiences and field trips.
- Managed financial operations, food program criteria, FCCRS assessments and all other operations related to child care licensure.
Early Child Care Interventionist
NC Infant Toddler Program
04.2005 - 08.2007
- Determined appropriate interventions and planned support milestones.
- Completed required documentation such as evaluations, treatment notes, and exit summaries.
- Assessed and documented student progress with established goals.
- Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
Social Worker/Admissions Director
Life Care Center of Banner Elk
09.1997 - 04.2005
- Maintained regular contact with patients and families to address needs and connect them with needed resources.
- Provided guidance to families and patients in the admissions process by giving tours, answering questions and complete needed paperwork.
- Assessed behavioral concerns and made referrals as needed.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services
Montreat College
Montreat, NC 05-1995
Licensure Add-On - Birth-Kindergarten
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC10-2013
Skills
- Creative lesson planning
- A plus arts integration school teacher
- Ron Clark House Participant
- Child development expertise
- Social-emotional learning
Certification
National Board Certified Teacher
Timeline
Pre-K/Kindergarten Teacher
Avery County Schools
08.2013 - Current
Licensed Home Day Care Owner
Self-employeed
01.2008 - 07.2013
Early Child Care Interventionist
NC Infant Toddler Program
04.2005 - 08.2007
Social Worker/Admissions Director
Life Care Center of Banner Elk
09.1997 - 04.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services
Montreat College
Licensure Add-On - Birth-Kindergarten
Western Carolina University
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