Kellie Heiser
Corona
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Gateway College and Career Academy, specializing in instructional design and student engagement. Expert in developing standards-aligned curricula and individualized learning plans, fostering academic growth through data-driven strategies and reflective teaching practices. Committed to supporting diverse learning styles and advocating for student success.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher / Social Science Instructor
Gateway College and Career Academy
Riverside
08.2022 - Current
- Designed and implemented standards-aligned hybrid curriculum supporting close reading, academic writing, and critical thinking.
- Revised instructional materials using student data to improve engagement, completion rates, and academic growth.
- Adapted curriculum for English learners, students with disabilities, and accelerated learners through targeted scaffolds and differentiated supports.
- Collaborated with counselors, special education staff, and administrators to develop individualized learning plans.
- Supported consistent digital curriculum delivery through learning management systems and online tools.
Student Teacher – AP U.S. History
Riverside STEM Academy
Riverside
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Co-designed lesson plans emphasizing literacy skills including source analysis, argumentative writing, and evidence-based reasoning.
- Integrated digital tools and interactive instructional materials to increase student engagement and comprehension.
- Riverside Unified School District
Literacy & Academic Tutor
Sylvan Learning Center
Riverside
12.2020 - 08.2021
- Provided targeted instruction in reading comprehension and writing for K–12 students.
- Used assessment data to personalize instruction and monitor academic progress.
Education
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - General Education
University of California Riverside
Riverside 06-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Education, Society, & Human Development
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA06-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA06-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Riverside City College
Riverside, CA06-2018
Skills
- Instructional design and scaffolding
- Standards alignment (Common Core, CA)
- Curriculum review and revision
- English language learner support
- MTSS and tiered instruction
- Assessment and progress monitoring
- Digital and hybrid learning design
- Student engagement
- Differentiated instruction
- Individualized learning
- Adaptability to change
- IEP support
- Student advocacy
- Diverse learning styles
- Reflective teaching
- Department leadership
- Data-driven instruction
Certification
- Single Subject Teaching Credential – Social Science
- First Aid Certified
Affiliations
Student Council Coordinator - Gateway College and Career Academy
References
References available upon request.
Accomplishments
- Completed extra training to further help students under care.
- Lesson Implementation - Met all assigned learning goals through the implementation of TCI.
- Curriculum Implementation - Taught social studies, to pupils utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education.
- Curriculum Development - Tailored educational curriculum to students with range of learning styles, disabilities, strengths and weaknesses. Developed innovative semester lesson plans and practical application exercises for classroom.
- Curriculum Design - Designed, developed and implemented daily lessons for students.
- Student Progress Conferences - Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development.
- Won “Teacher of the Month” award at Gateway to College and Career Academy.
- Targeted Development - Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.
- Technology Integration - Participated in technology training courses and trained colleagues in new technology concepts and practices applicable for the classroom.
- Brought about a student council class though the implementation of Leader In Me.
Work Availability
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Timeline
Lead Teacher / Social Science Instructor
Gateway College and Career Academy
08.2022 - Current
Student Teacher – AP U.S. History
Riverside STEM Academy
08.2021 - 06.2022
Literacy & Academic Tutor
Sylvan Learning Center
12.2020 - 08.2021
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - General Education
University of California Riverside
Bachelor of Arts - Education, Society, & Human Development
University of California, Riverside
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California, Riverside
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Riverside City College