Emily Kisling
Laurel,MT
Summary
Accomplished second grade teacher successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Second Grade Teacher
Elder Grove Schools
08.2018 - Current
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Sourced supplies to fill gaps in student activities.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
Second Grade Summer School Teacher
Elder Grove Schools
07.2019 - 08.2020
- Built positive relationships with students, parents and team members to achieve smooth and productive program experience.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
Second Grade Teacher Assistant
Elder Grove Schools
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Presented wide range of information to students using hands-on instructional techniques for effective comprehension.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Studied and implemented latest information on specific subjects and learning strategies.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials.
- Supported planning and preparation for culturally-diverse class sessions.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
- Utilized answer sheets and electronic marking devices to grade homework and tests, accurately computing and recording results.
- Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
- Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Graded and provided feedback on assignments.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
Second Grade Teacher Assistant
Belgrade Public Schools
08.2014 - 12.2016
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Presented wide range of information to students using hands-on instructional techniques for effective comprehension.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Studied and implemented latest information on specific subjects and learning strategies.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials.
- Utilized answer sheets and electronic marking devices to grade homework and tests, accurately computing and recording results.
- Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Graded and provided feedback on assignments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Montana State University - Bozeman
Bozeman, MT05.2014
Skills
- Materials sourcing
- Standardized tests
- Curriculum Implementation
- Lesson Plan Development
- Positive Reinforcement
- Writing instruction
- Community involvement
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Mathematics Instruction
- Environmental education
- Health and safety
- Field Trip Planning
- Literacy development
- Individualized Learning
- Geography Knowledge
- Peer Mentoring
- Project-based learning
- Field Trip Organization
- Safety awareness
- Play-Based Learning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Oral communication
- Technology Integration
- Lesson Planning
- Group and individual instruction
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Problem-solving skills
- Classroom Management
- Organizational Skills
- Student Records Management
- Relationship Building
- Team Collaboration
Timeline
Second Grade Summer School Teacher
Elder Grove Schools
07.2019 - 08.2020
Second Grade Teacher
Elder Grove Schools
08.2018 - Current
Second Grade Teacher Assistant
Elder Grove Schools
08.2017 - 05.2018
Second Grade Teacher Assistant
Belgrade Public Schools
08.2014 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Education
Montana State University - Bozeman
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