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Dr. Kellie Thompson

McDonough,GA

Summary

CERTIFIED EDUCATOR (Specializing in Grades K-5)

Passionate educator for 19 years with a strong desire to help students recognize the connection between learning and experience. Strong communicator who can clearly and confidently lecture students in a classroom and/or online setting. Outgoing, energetic and motivating personality to encourage students to participate in in-class discussions and to help them learn the value of group work. Team player who is committed to contributing to departmental objectives to create an optimal experience for both students and faculty.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Reading Specialist

Atlanta Public School System
07.2023 - Current

. Responsible for assessing students’ reading level, group and individual instruction, monitoring student progress and adjusting curriculum to meet students’ needs. Provides leadership for the school’s entire literacy program, collaborating with teachers, coaches, and administration, and serves as a resources within the school and for the community

Early Intervention Program Specialist

Atlanta Public School System
07.2020 - 06.2023
  • Gathered, organized and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
  • Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives and discuss strategies.
  • Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
  • Assessed and documented student progress with established goals.

Elementary Teacher

Henry County Public Schools
07.2017 - 06.2020
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
  • Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
  • Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.

Elementary Teacher

Clayton County Public Schools
07.2005 - 06.2017
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
  • Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
  • Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.

Student Teacher (Intern)

Lowndes County Public Schools, Lomax Pineville Elementary
01.2005 - 05.2005
  • Prior to the current role of a full-time interventionist working with 1st - 5th grade students, I was hired as a full-time teacher following student teaching practicum


Education

Doctor of Education - Reading Education

Nova Southeastern University
2016

Master of Science - Post-Secondary Education

Troy University
2008

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Valdosta State University
2005

Skills

  • Material Preparation
  • Analytical Skills
  • Instructional Best Practices
  • Assessing Performance

Accomplishments

  • November Teacher of the Month (2021)
  • Former Flying Classroom and Stem Implementation/Pilot Teacher (2017)
  • Delta Epsilon Iota Academic Honor Society (2016)
  • Gizmo Science School-Level Leadership Award (2015) and creative

Certification

  • Tier 1 Education Leadership Certification (Completion May 2024)
  • GACE Educational Leadership (301) Assessment Status: Passed (2020)
  • Georgia Ethics for Educational Leadership (380) Assessment Status: Passed (2020
  • T7 GPSC certified

Timeline

Reading Specialist

Atlanta Public School System
07.2023 - Current

Early Intervention Program Specialist

Atlanta Public School System
07.2020 - 06.2023

Elementary Teacher

Henry County Public Schools
07.2017 - 06.2020

Elementary Teacher

Clayton County Public Schools
07.2005 - 06.2017

Student Teacher (Intern)

Lowndes County Public Schools, Lomax Pineville Elementary
01.2005 - 05.2005

Doctor of Education - Reading Education

Nova Southeastern University

Master of Science - Post-Secondary Education

Troy University

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Valdosta State University
Dr. Kellie Thompson