Kadi Lamberson
Kennewick,WA
Summary
Experienced and dedicated elementary school educator with a passion for education. Proficient in delivering data-driven and standards-aligned instruction to children aged 5 to 11. Skilled in developing standards-based lesson plans, customizing class activities based on student interests, and utilizing assessments effectively. Values collaboration with colleagues and parents to ensure the best educational experience for students, fostering their success. Seeking a school that shares the same commitment to collaboration in supporting students' academic, social, and emotional growth.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
4th Grade Teacher
Westgate Elementary
01.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to design interdisciplinary lesson plans, reinforcing key concepts across subjects.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, establishing clear expectations and consequences while fostering a respectful learning environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, addressing the unique needs of each student in the classroom.
- Utilized assessment data to inform instructional decisions, tailoring lesson plans to target learning targets developed from state standards.
- Assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adjusting instructional approaches as needed.
- Contributed to the development of annual curriculum maps, ensuring alignment with state standards and grade-level objectives.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning by incorporating gamification strategies.
- Utilized technology effectively to enhance student learning and engagement, as well as for differentiation and acceleration purposes.
1st Grade Teacher
Westgate Elementary
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating engaging phonics activities and guided reading sessions.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Utilized ipads to engage students, allow students to demonstrate learning even while at home during Remote Learning, and to differentiate instruction.
5th Grade Teacher
Sunset View Elementary
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth, including cross-curricular themed units and room transformations.
- Helped students develop public speaking skills, confidence, and knowledge of early American history by planning a debate on taxation which had staff and community member judges.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
2nd Grade Teacher
Sunset View Elementary
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on, cross-curricular activities that allowed students to demonstrate their leaning and to be challenged.
- Used teacher-created and curriculum assessments to understand student learning and to drive instruction.
- Prepared students for district assessments.
- Encouraged and developed reading comprehension skills to prepare students for the switch from learning to read, to reading to learn.
Kindergarten Teacher
Westgate Elementary
01.2010 - 01.2016
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Identified characteristics, needs, abilities, and problems of each child through personal interaction, progress reports, and WA-Kids data to optimize approaches.
- Maintained stimulating learning environments through original, interactive classroom layouts and displays.
- Observed and assessed student performance and charted progress.
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature, and handwriting.
Education
BA-EDUCATION -
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY, TRI-CITIES
M. Ed. - CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX, ONLINE
Skills
- Google Certified
- GLAD Trained/Model Teacher
- PBIS Trained
- Kids At Hope Trained
- RCA Trained
- Trained in PLC by Solution Tree Coach
- Effective Communicator and Collaborator
- Proficient Evaluations
- Student Engagement
- Proficient in Schoology, Seesaw, Power Teacher, and Parent Square
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Differentiated Instruction
Timeline
4th Grade Teacher
Westgate Elementary
01.2021 - Current
1st Grade Teacher
Westgate Elementary
01.2020 - 01.2021
5th Grade Teacher
Sunset View Elementary
01.2018 - 01.2020
2nd Grade Teacher
Sunset View Elementary
01.2016 - 01.2018
Kindergarten Teacher
Westgate Elementary
01.2010 - 01.2016
BA-EDUCATION -
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY, TRI-CITIES
M. Ed. - CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX, ONLINE
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