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Kellie Murray

Kellie Murray

Gallatin,TN

Summary

Reliable and knowledgeable educator with experience developing and delivering engaging lessons. Currently hold an endorsement to teach English as a Second Language. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet goals. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

English Language Learner Teacher, 6th-8th Grade

Sumner County Schools
07.2024 - Current
  • Taught 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students.
  • Implemented creative teaching strategies to address individual student learning needs, fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
  • Established student relationships and created a safe environment where students could speak the English language freely, without fear of making errors.
  • Developed tailored lesson plans for English Language Learners, of all levels, resulting in improved language proficiency and confidence.

Sumner County Schools Substitute

Sumner County Schools
02.2023 - 05.2024
  • Taught in K-12th grade classrooms.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe and respectful atmosphere for all students.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.

Elementary Teacher, Kindergarten

Val Verde Unified School District
08.2015 - 06.2019
  • Effectively taught and managed a classroom of 30 students.
  • Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong communication between students and parents.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, deepening students'' understanding of multiple subjects.
  • Integrated technology into lessons to enhance student learning.

Middle School Teacher, 6th Grade

Val Verde Unified School District
08.2014 - 06.2015
  • Hybrid teaching to provided virtual and in person learning.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Utilized various technology platforms to enhance virtual learning experiences during remote instruction periods, ensuring continued academic progress.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance, resulting in increased accountability among students.

Elementary Teacher, 1st & 2nd Grade

Val Verde Unified School District
08.2006 - 06.2014
  • Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected, and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
  • Implemented creative classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly and focused learning environment.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for improved outcomes.
  • Led extracurricular activities such as after-school tutoring programs, enhancing student success beyond the classroom setting.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology/Administrative Studies

University of CA, Riverside
Riverside, CA

Teaching Credential - Multiple Subject Credential K-8

University of Phoenix
Ontario, CA

Skills

  • Organization and Multitasking
  • Reading Intervention
  • Classroom Management
  • Teaching ELL
  • Student Engagement
  • Differentiated Instruction

Additional Information

Curriculum and Assessment committee member for the district and co-authored district wide curriculum and assessments.

Trained student teacher in classroom management and lesson implementation.

Created and implemented lesson plans both in-person and virtual.

Timeline

English Language Learner Teacher, 6th-8th Grade

Sumner County Schools
07.2024 - Current

Sumner County Schools Substitute

Sumner County Schools
02.2023 - 05.2024

Elementary Teacher, Kindergarten

Val Verde Unified School District
08.2015 - 06.2019

Middle School Teacher, 6th Grade

Val Verde Unified School District
08.2014 - 06.2015

Elementary Teacher, 1st & 2nd Grade

Val Verde Unified School District
08.2006 - 06.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology/Administrative Studies

University of CA, Riverside

Teaching Credential - Multiple Subject Credential K-8

University of Phoenix

Volunteer

Table leader for Women's Bible Study.

Organized and help run a group of women to facilitate our hospitality duties.

Volunteered in multiple classrooms where my children attended.

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