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H. Scarlett Praml Kibler

Winchester,USA

Summary

Dynamic STEM educator with a proven track record at Frederick County Public Schools, specializing in curriculum design and grant writing. Successfully implemented problem-based learning strategies, enhancing student engagement and achievement. Recognized for fostering a collaborative classroom environment while integrating robotics and technology to inspire over 700 students in STEM disciplines.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

STEM Teacher

Frederick County Public Schools
Winchester, VA
08.2018 - Current
  • Designed a STEM curriculum based on the Virginia Standards of Learning, NGSS science standards, and NCTM mathematics standards.
  • Supervised 35 classes a week to over 700+ students.
  • Facilitator for the Girls Who Code club and afterschool STEM club with 90+ students.
  • District Coach for Girls Who Code in Frederick County.
  • Wrote and received several grants to enhance technology and robotics in the classroom.
  • Piloted implementing a STEAM-infused Problem-Based Learning classroom model for the general education classroom.
  • Wrote and won several grants to fund the STEM classroom and after-school program, including the Flanagan grant (2nd award).

Tutor- All Subjects

Self Employed
Winchester, VA
08.2003 - Current
  • Conducted individual tutoring sessions with students to help them improve their academic performance.
  • Identified gaps in students' knowledge and developed targeted lessons to address these areas.
  • Created engaging learning materials and exercises to facilitate understanding and retention.

Camp Director

Camp Invention
Winchester, VA
06.2020 - 06.2024
  • Trained staff in company procedures or policies.
  • Oversaw workforce schedules, and allocated resources to achieve project goals.
  • Promoted a positive work environment and staff motivation through effective communication and supportive team-building activities.
  • Analyzed customer feedback to identify areas for improvement in services offered.
  • Organized daily activities including sports, outdoor games, arts and crafts, swimming, team building exercises, and more.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Administered first aid in emergencies.
  • Interviewed and hired associates to fill staff vacancies.
  • Handled check-in duties to acclimate new campers.
  • Maintained and reviewed records and evaluations of staff, programs, and related infrastructure.

Fifth Grade Teacher

Frederick County Public Schools
Winchester, VA
08.2015 - 06.2018
  • Responsibilities included daily lesson plans, assessments, and report cards.
  • Differentiated instruction for language arts and mathematics curriculum.
  • Co-Advisor for afterschool STEM club. Club has 70 + students who meet weekly and engage in coding and STEM-related hands-on activities.
  • STEM lab- Flanagan grant recipient. Designed and set up a STEM lab for K-5 use.

Substitute Teacher

Frederick County Public Schools
Winchester, VA
10.2014 - 06.2015
  • Long-Term Substitute- Fifth Grade- Bass Hover ES. Responsibilities included daily lesson plans, assessments, and report cards.

Director/Administrator

Market Street UMC Learning Center
Winchester, VA
08.2006 - 10.2014
  • Reconfigured the center from a daycare facility into an early childhood center with full-day preschool and Kindergarten, with before/aftercare enrichment for ages 2-12.
  • The program focused on early literacy, emergent writing, hands-on math, and science, with specials (art/music/ computers).
  • The elementary afterschool program included tutoring assistance in math and reading.
  • Developed school assessments, educational curriculum, and comprehensive emergency preparedness plan.
  • Managed daily operations including meeting state regulations (health, child/staff ratios, and continuing education), staff relations, budget, and finances.

Upper School Math and Language Arts Teacher

The Country Day School of Jefferson County
Kearneysville, WV
08.2003 - 06.2006
  • Developed mathematics curriculum and taught fifth through eighth-grade Mathematics, pre-Algebra, and Algebra.
  • Developed language arts curriculum and taught fifth through eighth grade Language Arts, Creative Writing, and Journalism.
  • Incorporated a variety of teaching and management strategies to encourage students to reach their personal best.
  • Created alternative projects and classroom activities to engage students in the learning process.
  • Supervised student-run newspaper and developed class webpage.

Math Tutor

Enrichment Services
Winchester, VA
08.2002 - 07.2003
  • Built student self-confidence by working through stages of study concepts and using positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Instructed students on proper techniques for solving problems in mathematics.
  • Asked key questions, prompting specific student responses to assess the tutoring session's progress.
  • Motivated students using feedback and encouragement.
  • Adapted teaching style according to the individual learning styles of each student.
  • Encouraged students to ask questions and discuss topics related to mathematics.

Fourth Grade Teacher

Leslie Fox Keyser ES
Front Royal, VA
08.2000 - 06.2001
  • Created a varied and engaging curriculum to meet the needs of thirty-one students, including nine with IEPs and five gifted and talented students.
  • Designed and maintained a class webpage through which an open line of communication with parents was fostered and a classroom/home connection was developed for students.
  • Implemented various classroom management techniques for maintaining student attention, involvement, and discipline.
  • Partnered with parents on students’ success, providing feedback on students’ progress and discussing areas needing improvement and additional work.
  • Co-Advisor for Student Council.

Fifth Grade Teacher – Math, Science, and Health

New Hope ES
Henderson, NC
08.1999 - 06.2000
  • Designed science and health curriculum and supplementary learning aids.
  • Cultivated the mathematical talents of fifty-two students in preparation for the state-wide EOG test (gateway year).

Education

M.Ed. - Educational Leadership with a Math Specialist concentration

George Mason University
Fairfax, VA
12.2018

B.A. - Mass Communications

Shenandoah University
Winchester, VA
01.1997

Skills

  • STEM curriculum design
  • Grant writing
  • Problem-based learning
  • Classroom management
  • Data analysis
  • Robotics integration
  • Problem-Based Learning curriculum

References

  • Joseph Strong, Former Principal, Assistant Director of Student Services, Frederick County Public Schools, 1415 Amherst Street, Winchester, VA, 22601, Strongj@fcpsk12.net, 540-662-3888
  • Dr. Deb Crawford, Supervisor of Secondary Services/ Former Professor, Frederick County Public Schools, 1415 Amherst Street, Winchester, VA, 22601, Crawford@fcpsk12.net, 540-662-3888
  • Rod Carnill, Executive Director, Virginia Society for Technology in Education, rodcarnill@vste.org, 540-686-0706

Training

  • Virginia Council for Mathematics Supervision Annual Meeting/Conference, Fall/Spring 2019-2024
  • Virginia Council of Teachers of Mathematics Annual Conference, 03/01/18, 03/01/19, 03/01/21, 03/01/22
  • National Council of Teachers of Mathematics National Conference, 04/01/18, 11/01/21, 09/01/22, 10/01/23
  • Virginia Council for Engineering Conference, 02/01/19, 02/01/20, 02/01/21, 02/01/22
  • International Society for Technology in Education National Conference, 06/01/19
  • ExxonMobil Teacher Leadership Academy, Houston, TX, 07/01/19
  • Virginia Society for Technology in Education Conference, 12/01/19, 12/01/20, 12/01/22
  • Future of Education Technology Conference, 01/01/20
  • ITEEA Conference, 03/01/22

Certifications Publications Associations

  • Virginia Teacher Certification PreK-6, Math Specialist K-8, 06/30/31
  • Journal of Mathematics and Science: Collaborative Explorations, Vol. 17 (2021), https://scholarscompass.vcu.edu/jmsce_vamsc/vol17
  • Developing Equity-Centered Leadership Knowledge and Skills via Lesson Study in an Online Mathematics Specialist Program, https://scholarscompass.vcu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1406&context=jmsce_vamsc
  • Virginia Council for Teachers of Mathematics (VCTM), Board Member, former Elementary Mathematics Representative, Public Policy Chair
  • Virginia Council for Mathematics Supervisors (VCMS)
  • National Council for Teaching Mathematics (NCTM)
  • National Science Teachers Association (NSTA)
  • ITEEA, VTEAA, VCEC
  • Randolph Macon Academy Board of Trustees, Former Trustee Emeritus
  • Randolph Macon Academy Board of Directors, Former President of Alumni Affairs

Related Employment

  • Camp Invention, Winchester, VA, Camp Director, 06/01/20, 06/30/24
  • Self Employed, Winchester, VA, Tutor- All Subjects, 08/01/03, present
  • Enrichment Services, Winchester, VA, Math Tutor, 08/01/02, 07/31/03

Timeline

Camp Director

Camp Invention
06.2020 - 06.2024

STEM Teacher

Frederick County Public Schools
08.2018 - Current

Fifth Grade Teacher

Frederick County Public Schools
08.2015 - 06.2018

Substitute Teacher

Frederick County Public Schools
10.2014 - 06.2015

Director/Administrator

Market Street UMC Learning Center
08.2006 - 10.2014

Tutor- All Subjects

Self Employed
08.2003 - Current

Upper School Math and Language Arts Teacher

The Country Day School of Jefferson County
08.2003 - 06.2006

Math Tutor

Enrichment Services
08.2002 - 07.2003

Fourth Grade Teacher

Leslie Fox Keyser ES
08.2000 - 06.2001

Fifth Grade Teacher – Math, Science, and Health

New Hope ES
08.1999 - 06.2000

M.Ed. - Educational Leadership with a Math Specialist concentration

George Mason University

B.A. - Mass Communications

Shenandoah University

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