Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Kelly Compton

Mt. Vernon,IL

Summary

Innovative elementary and Jr. High teacher bringing 20+ years of background with instructing students. Expertise in classroom oversight, course planning and behavior management. Successful at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders and support specialists to meet individual student needs. Committed to encouraging higher-order thinking to increase student performance.


Resourceful and engaging teaching style demonstrated over years of academic experience. Caring and hardworking professional with exceptional work ethic and commitment to cultivating productive learning environments to drive student progress and comprehension.

Experienced and successful at building positive teacher-parent relationships to support student success. Open and clear communicator and creative problem-solver.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Jr. High Math Teacher

Waltonville CUSD
Waltonville, IL
08.2019 - Current
  • Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
  • Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
  • Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
  • Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
  • Implemented peer tutoring system to enhance comprehensive understanding of math techniques and increase student test scores.
  • Used Common Goal Systems (TeacherEase) to upload student grades and absence data into district computer systems.
  • Proctored exams for 55+ students to promote educational growth.
  • Integrated technology into classroom as instructional tool, such as Smartboard and ViewSonic.
  • Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
  • Utilized group and hands-on learning experiences for proficient teacher evaluation score.
  • Increased parent satisfaction through participation in IEP meetings.

5th Grade General Education Teacher

Patoka CUSD 100
Patoka, IL
08.2016 - 05.2019
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
  • Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
  • Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
  • Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
  • Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
  • Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
  • Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
  • Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.
  • Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.

5th Grade Elementary Teacher

Pope County CUSD 1
Golconda, IL
01.2003 - 05.2018
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
  • Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
  • Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
  • Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
  • Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
  • Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
  • Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.
  • Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
  • Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.

Education

Associate of Arts - Education

John A. Logan College
Carterville
05.1988

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, IL
05.2002

No Degree - Reading

Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL

Skills

  • Instructional Strategies
  • Educational Support
  • Guided Practice
  • Remote Assistance
  • Smart Board & ViewSonic Experience
  • Classroom Practices
  • Classroom Management Techniques
  • Online Learning Platforms
  • Common Core Learning Standards
  • Google Applications
  • Performance Optimization Strategies
  • Positive Reinforcement Strategies
  • Classroom Integration
  • Parent Communication
  • Instructional Techniques
  • Positive Interactions

Certification

  • ILTS Middle School Math Certification License - March 2022
  • PEL 1928974

Timeline

Jr. High Math Teacher

Waltonville CUSD
08.2019 - Current

5th Grade General Education Teacher

Patoka CUSD 100
08.2016 - 05.2019

5th Grade Elementary Teacher

Pope County CUSD 1
01.2003 - 05.2018

Associate of Arts - Education

John A. Logan College

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Southern Illinois University Carbondale

No Degree - Reading

Eastern Illinois University

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