Faith S. Kim
Summary
Passionate and dedicated educator with 16 years of experience. Deeply committed to supporting students' academic and personal growth. Demonstrated ability to build strong, positive relationships with students and create a welcoming, inclusive classroom environment. Known for fostering students' academic and physical well-being through a strong work ethic and genuine care. Thrives on collaboration with colleagues and actively contributes to student-led learning initiatives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health and Physical Education Content Specialist
Briggs Chaney Middle School
01.2024 - Current
- Leadership & Instructional Support: Lead the PE and health department by analyzing student performance data to improve instruction and ensure equitable learning opportunities for all students
- Mentoring & Feedback: Observe and support teachers through constructive feedback and professional development to enhance teaching strategies and student engagement
- Fostering Equity & Collaboration: Promote an inclusive and supportive learning environment by working closely with teachers, administrators, and staff to meet the diverse needs of all students
- Observation and Evaluation Expertise: Successfully completed Observing and Analyzing Teaching 1 (OAT 1)
- Skills to conduct formal observations and provide feedback that supports staff evaluations within the Professional Growth System
Health and Physical Education Teacher
Briggs Chaney Middle School
01.2019 - 01.2024
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
- Implementing Engaging Curriculum: Deliver standards-based health and PE instruction, assess student progress, and adapt lessons to meet diverse learning needs while promoting lifelong healthy habits
- Building Positive Relationships: Foster strong connections with students to support their social and emotional well-being while encouraging a positive attitude toward physical fitness and healthy living
Mathematics Teacher
Sherwood High School
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Taught Honors Geometry Honors Pre-Calculus to a diverse student population, including ESOL and IEP students
Mathematics Teacher
Richard Montgomery High School
01.2009 - 01.2018
- Taught Algebra 1, Geometry, and Honors Pre-Calculus to a diverse student population, including ESOL and IEP students
- Leadership and Collaboration: Served as PLC leader for the Geometry and Pre-Calculus teams for eight years
- Recognition and Achievement: Awarded 'First Year Teacher of the Year' in 2010
- Student Support and Mentorship: Guided seniors in preparing for college and career readiness
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
Education
M.A. - Masters of Human Service Counseling Marriage & Family
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VAM.Ed. - Master of Education
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MDB.S. - Mathematics
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MDSkills
- Team leadership
- Strong team player
- Problem-solving skills
- Meeting and exceeding expectations and goals
- Strong counseling and advising ability
- Google apps
- Microsoft Office 365
- Business HUB
- Canvas
- Synergy
- Programming C
- Matlab
- Data-driven decision making
Certification
- The Maryland State Department of Education certification in Physical Education, Health, Secondary Mathematics, and ELD
Honors And Awards
- 4-year Maryland Distinguished Scholarship, Talent in Art, 01/01/04 - 01/01/08
- 4-year USA Funds Access to Education Scholar, 01/01/04 - 01/01/08
- Academy of Academic Excellence Award, OMSE, UMD, 04/01/08
Languages
Korean- Fluent
Timeline
Health and Physical Education Content Specialist
Briggs Chaney Middle School
01.2024 - Current
Health and Physical Education Teacher
Briggs Chaney Middle School
01.2019 - 01.2024
Mathematics Teacher
Sherwood High School
01.2018 - 01.2019
Mathematics Teacher
Richard Montgomery High School
01.2009 - 01.2018
M.Ed. - Master of Education
University of Maryland, College Park
B.S. - Mathematics
University of Maryland, College Park
M.A. - Masters of Human Service Counseling Marriage & Family
Liberty University
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