PAIGE WILLIS
Myrtle Beach
Summary
Professional educator with strong foundation in elementary teaching. Proven track record in fostering collaborative classroom environment and adapting to changing needs. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and student engagement. Known for high standards and delivering measurable results.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade Teacher
CSUSA- Discovery at Myrtle Beach
Conway, SC
07.2025 - Current
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated student assessments to monitor progress and adjust instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance interdisciplinary learning experiences for students.
- Developed individualized education plans to support diverse learning needs of students.
- Led as the 5th Grade Team Captain in professional development meetings.
- Integrated technology into lessons to promote digital literacy among students.
- Organized extracurricular activities to foster student engagement and community involvement.
- Mentored new teachers on classroom management techniques and effective teaching practices.
- Analyzed student performance data to drive instructional improvements and enhance learning outcomes.
5th Grade Teacher
Classical Studies Magnet Academy
Bridgeport, Connecticut
08.2022 - 06.2025
- Designs and assesses curriculum, fostering academic growth in math and social studies.
- Collaborates with colleagues to enhance educational strategies and classroom management.
- Communicates effectively with students, families, and staff to ensure clear expectations.
- Implements behavior management techniques to address and redirect student issues.
- Engages in data-driven meetings to support student progress and academic success.
STEM Teacher
Geraldine Johnson Elementary
Bridgeport, CT
04.2022 - 06.2022
- Assisted students in learning about the elements of STEM during after school program.
- Provided support for girls through curriculum delivery of Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics lessons.
- Worked with individual children and small groups (grades 3-4).
- Monitored children to ensure safety at all times.
3rd Grade Teaching Resident
Geraldine Johnson Elementary
Bridgeport, Connecticut
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Co-Taught and designed, implemented, and assessed reading, writing, math, science, and social studies curriculum for the full year.
- Worked collaboratively with grade level team and mentor.
- Implemented policies & procedures for efficient classroom operations, and successfully managed students’ activities using positive behavior incentives.
- Effectively communicated with students and school faculty/staff about daily classroom routines, expectations, policies, and incidents reported on site.
- Assumed responsibility and accountability for classroom academic progress.
- Communicated with families during parent-teacher conferences.
- Observed and participated in PPT meetings.
- Managed and implemented behavior redirection methods to address problematic issues from the beginning of the year.
Assistant Teacher
Cornerstone Children’s Center
Trumbull, CT
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Monitored children to ensure safety at all times.
- Assisted in planning lessons for children in Prekindergarten and activities for toddlers.
- Built connections with families and children.
- Tended to babies in the nursery.
Education
High School Diploma -
Garden City High School
Garden City, NY06-2017
Master of Arts in Teaching -
Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT05.2022
Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies -
Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT05.2021
Skills
- Instructional expertise
- Curriculum design
- Classroom organization skills
- Special Education
- STEM
- Mathematics
- Literacy
- Science
- Social Studies
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Effective behavior management
- Fostering student involvement
Timeline
5th Grade Teacher
CSUSA- Discovery at Myrtle Beach
07.2025 - Current
5th Grade Teacher
Classical Studies Magnet Academy
08.2022 - 06.2025
STEM Teacher
Geraldine Johnson Elementary
04.2022 - 06.2022
3rd Grade Teaching Resident
Geraldine Johnson Elementary
08.2021 - 06.2022
Assistant Teacher
Cornerstone Children’s Center
01.2020 - 05.2021
High School Diploma -
Garden City High School
Master of Arts in Teaching -
Sacred Heart University
Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies -
Sacred Heart University