Kelly Burgess
Olney,MD
Summary
Dedicated educator with a strong focus on motivating students and implementing differentiated instruction. Committed to creating inclusive learning environments that promote student success.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher, Fifth Grade
St. Patrick School
2019.08 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and educational goals, ensuring strong home-school connections.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting respect, collaboration, and inclusivity among students.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate various learning styles within the classroom setting.
Resource Specialist
St. John the Evangelist
2000.06 - 2019.08
- Developed individualized education plans to support diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to implement targeted instructional strategies.
- Advocated for students in multidisciplinary team meetings.
- Provided support for struggling students through targeted one-on-one instruction
- Increased student understanding by utilizing various teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
Third Grade Teacher
St. John the Evangelist School
1994.06 - 2000.08
- Designed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding and participation.
- Implemented diverse teaching strategies to accommodate varying learning styles in the classroom.
- Developed and assessed student performance through various evaluation methods, ensuring academic growth.
- Supported struggling students with targeted interventions, improving overall classroom performance
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Hood College
Frederick, Maryland2004-05
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Univerity of Dayton
Dayton, Ohio1990-04
Skills
- Motivating students
- Differentiated instruction
- Learning strategies
- Relationship building
Timeline
Teacher, Fifth Grade
St. Patrick School
2019.08 - Current
Resource Specialist
St. John the Evangelist
2000.06 - 2019.08
Third Grade Teacher
St. John the Evangelist School
1994.06 - 2000.08
Master of Arts - Special Education
Hood College
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Univerity of Dayton