Kelly Akers
Canyon,TX
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
AOL Christian Academy
Amarillo , TX
08.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Registered student progress and attendance on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Pre K Teacher
The Christian Learning Center (CLC)
Canyon, TX
11.2021 - 07.2022
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
House Parent
Boys Ranch Founded By Cal Farley
Boys Ranch, TX
08.2015 - 10.2021
- Promoted a sense of belonging among residents by fostering a positive group dynamic that emphasized mutual respect, empathy, and understanding.
- Boosted self-esteem among residents by celebrating individual achievements and encouraging personal growth opportunities.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to maintain a harmonious living environment for all residents.
- Ensured residents'' well-being by closely monitoring their physical, emotional, and mental health status.
- Completed detailed documentation for each resident''s file regarding behavioral observations, incidents reports, progress notes, and other pertinent information.
Teacher
Acts Christian Academy
Farmington
08.2007 - 05.2014
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies In Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT06.2024
High School Diploma -
Texico High School
Texico, NM05.1990
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Behavior Management
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Student Engagement
Timeline
Teacher
AOL Christian Academy
08.2023 - Current
Pre K Teacher
The Christian Learning Center (CLC)
11.2021 - 07.2022
House Parent
Boys Ranch Founded By Cal Farley
08.2015 - 10.2021
Teacher
Acts Christian Academy
08.2007 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies In Elementary Education
Western Governors University
High School Diploma -
Texico High School