Kari Sides
Sterrett,Alabama
Summary
Secure a rewarding position as an elementary teacher in a school setting to expose my true passion of teaching and leading.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
3rd Grade Teacher
Chelsea Park Elementary School
08.2015 - Current
- Participates in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices, enhancing overall teaching effectiveness.
- Plans lessons according to standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Drives student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Promotes a positive learning environment by implementing effective classroom management strategies and maintaining consistent expectations.
- Collaborates with colleagues to share best practices, resulting in a more cohesive instructional approach across grade level teams.
- Supports struggling students with targeted interventions, improving overall classroom performance in standardized tests.
- Establishes strong parent-teacher relationships to ensure open lines of communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Builds positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Serves as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on curriculum planning, classroom management techniques, and effective teaching strategies.
- Helps students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Integrates social-emotional learning strategies into daily lessons, fostering empathy and emotional intelligence among students.
- Teaches students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Collaborates with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Assess student understanding regularly using various formative assessment techniques, adjusting instruction accordingly for optimal results.
4th Grade Teacher
Pick Elementary School
06.2013 - 07.2015
- 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 areas needing improvement.
- Assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adjusting instructional approaches as needed.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding their child''s academic growth and areas for improvement.
- 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.
4th Grade Teacher
Cary Woods Elementary School
09.2009 - 05.2013
Elementary Education Internship (4th Grade)
Cary Woods Elementary
Student Worker- After School Program
Cary Woods Elementary
01.2007 - 01.2009
Education
- 2009-2010, Auburn University, Master’s Degree in Elementary Education
- 2007-2009, Auburn University, Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education
- 2004-2007, Southern Union State Community College
Leadership Experience
- Grade Level Chair (2013-2015 Auburn City)
- Grade Level Chair (2019-2024 Chelsea Park Elementary)
- CSI Team Member (Continuous School Improvement Team)- Shelby County Schools
- PBIS Team Member- Chelsea Park Elementary School
- Mentor Teacher (2020-2024)- Chelsea Park Elementary School
- School “Sunshine” Committee- Chelsea Park Elementary School
- Yearbook Team Leader (2016-2020)- Chelsea Park Elementary School
- Slide Certified- Ron Clark Academy
- English/Language Arts Curriculum Pacing Guide Committee- Auburn City Schools
- Strategic Planning Safety Committee-Pick Elementary
- School Start-Up Committee- Pick Elementary
- ELL Committee- Auburn City Schools
- Leader in Me Team Captain- Team Win-Win- Pick Elementary School
- English/Language Arts Textbook Committee- Auburn City Schools
- Yearbook Committee- Pick Elementary
- Social Committee- Pick Elementary
- School Recycling Leader- Cary Woods Elementary
- Cross Grade Level Committee Member- Cary Woods Elementary/ Pick Elementary
Timeline
3rd Grade Teacher
Chelsea Park Elementary School
08.2015 - Current
4th Grade Teacher
Pick Elementary School
06.2013 - 07.2015
4th Grade Teacher
Cary Woods Elementary School
09.2009 - 05.2013
Student Worker- After School Program
Cary Woods Elementary
01.2007 - 01.2009
Elementary Education Internship (4th Grade)
Cary Woods Elementary
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