KALISHA THOMPSON
MARIETTA,GA
Summary
Dedicated Educator with more than 10 years of experience and advanced verbal and written communication skills for delivery of quality instruction and creation of positive learning environment. Skilled in best practices for individual student learning. Experienced in use of technology to supplement traditional classroom delivery. Improves student engagement by facilitating interactive and collaborative use of classroom devices, digital curriculum and assessments for learning.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten and First Grade EIP
Cobb County School District
Austell, GA
07.2023 - Current
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature, and handwriting.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Addressed individual student needs through differentiation of instruction, ensuring all students reached their full potential.
- Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement.
Fourth Grade EIP
Cobb County School System
Austell, GA
07.2022 - Current
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques, catering to diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
Third Grade Teacher
Cobb County Schools
Austell, GA
07.2018 - Current
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices, enhancing overall teaching effectiveness.
- Assessed student understanding regularly using various formative assessment techniques, adjusting instruction accordingly for optimal results.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
First Grade Teacher
Cobb County School System
Austell, GA
07.2013 - Current
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- 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.
Education
Specialist ( EDS) - Early Childhood Education
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA04-2020
Skills
- Social skills
- Health and safety
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Positive Reinforcement
- Early Reading
- Student Engagement
- Lesson Planning
- Collaborative learning
- Group and individual instruction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Early Childhood Development
- Project-based learning
- Math Instruction
- Assessment Strategies
Timeline
Kindergarten and First Grade EIP
Cobb County School District
07.2023 - Current
Fourth Grade EIP
Cobb County School System
07.2022 - Current
Third Grade Teacher
Cobb County Schools
07.2018 - Current
First Grade Teacher
Cobb County School System
07.2013 - Current
Specialist ( EDS) - Early Childhood Education
University of West Georgia