Kelly Crunk
Flowery Branch,GA
Summary
Experienced middle school teacher successful at building positive relationships to support student success. Open and clear communicator and creative problem-solver. Flexible to adapt as needed to students' needs. Highly qualified with over 10 years in classroom environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
8th Grade Language Arts Teacher
North Gwinnett Middle School
08.2018 - Current
- Leading the 8th grade language arts curriculum team of 6-7 teachers through weekly PLC meetings the past two years to develop data-driven curriculum (Curriculum Leader).
- Taught ESOL, Gifted, and standard-level students.
- Implements the gradual release model in reading and writing to provide instructional modeling.
- Increased student engagement through group collaboration and added student interest into the curriculum.
- Utilized formative assessments to monitor student progress throughout the school year, adjusting instruction as necessary to address any areas of concern or gaps in understanding.
- Promoted literacy development through the implementation of diverse reading materials and book clubs tailored to individual students' interests and abilities.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs, ensuring all students had equal opportunities for success.
- Built a positive classroom environment that fostered open communication and mutual respect, leading to increased student confidence and participation.
6th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
North Gwinnett Middle School
08.2014 - 05.2018
- Improved student reading comprehension by implementing diverse and engaging literature selections.
- Taught Gifted and standard-level students.
- Participated in the North Gwinnett Cluster Vertical group to collaborate with elementary and high school about improving and aligning literacy and writing K-12.
- Developed students'' writing skills through structured lessons focused on grammar, punctuation, and creativity.
- Enhanced classroom learning environment by incorporating multimedia presentations, hands-on activities, and technology-enhanced assignments.
- Boosted students'' critical thinking abilities with the use of thought-provoking questions and open-ended assignments.
- Promoted a positive classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing fair disciplinary policies.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that reinforced key concepts across multiple subjects.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching methods as needed for optimal results.
- Increased parental involvement in students'' education by maintaining regular communication.
Education
Education Specialist - Instructional Technology
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA05.2022
Masters of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Middle Grades Education
Georgia College And State University
Milledgeville, GA05.2014
High School Diploma -
Habersham Central High School
Mount Airy, GA05.2010
Skills
- Literary Analysis
- Reading Comprehension
- Vocabulary Expansion
- Writing Instruction
- Oral Communication
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Technology Integration
- Curriculum Development
- Collaborative Learning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Group Leadership
Certification
- Gifted Certified
- ESOL Certified
Timeline
8th Grade Language Arts Teacher
North Gwinnett Middle School
08.2018 - Current
6th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
North Gwinnett Middle School
08.2014 - 05.2018
Education Specialist - Instructional Technology
University of West Georgia
Masters of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Georgia Southern University
Bachelor of Science - Middle Grades Education
Georgia College And State University
High School Diploma -
Habersham Central High School
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