Emma Kiser
Wichita
Summary
Upbeat 1st Grade Teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Elementary School Teacher with expertise in early education, child development and collaborative teaching methods. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state standards. Confidently offers classroom instruction and personalized student support using balance of traditional and modern approaches.
Dynamic K-5 Elementary Team Leader at Life Prep Academy, skilled in mentoring and team building. Successfully streamlined operations and enhanced staff performance through effective coaching. Cultivated strong relationships with parents and students, fostering a supportive learning environment. Proficient in data management and complaint resolution, driving academic success and engagement.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
K-5 Elementary Team Leader
Life Prep Academy
08.2024 - Current
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Assisted in recruitment to build team of top performers.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Directed and set up field trips.
- Lead a weekly meeting to help develop each teacher.
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Life Prep Academy
08.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- 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.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
5th-8th Grade ELA Teacher
Life Prep Academy
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules, and language skills.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
Paraprofessional, K-1st Grade
Life Prep Academy
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
- Graded and provided feedback on assignments.
- Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Monitored students in computer lab to enforce proper use of resources.
Lunch Lady
Life Prep Academy
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Maintained adequate levels of condiments and well-stocked drink stations to keep service flowing smoothly.
- Tracked meal purchases and accepted payments at cash register.
- Received and stored incoming supplies according to procedures.
- Prepared ingredients and recipe components ahead of time.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Cleaned and sanitized surfaces, tools, and equipment.
- Served food according to temperature, safety, and presentation guidelines.
- Provided exemplary service to students, staff, and visitors.
- Followed all proper handling procedures for prepared foods, ingredients, and leftovers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS12-2024
Skills
- Standardized test
- Multimedia instruction
- Classroom management
- Diverse learning modalities
- Complaint resolution
- Evaluating employee work
- Field trip organization
- Analytical thinking
- Team building
- Leadership
- Relationship building
- Leading team meetings
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
K-5 Elementary Team Leader
Life Prep Academy
08.2024 - Current
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Life Prep Academy
08.2023 - Current
5th-8th Grade ELA Teacher
Life Prep Academy
10.2022 - 05.2023
Paraprofessional, K-1st Grade
Life Prep Academy
08.2021 - 10.2022
Lunch Lady
Life Prep Academy
08.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Wichita State University
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