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Kelly Dickey

Wichita Falls

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Wichita Falls ISD, excelling in differentiated instruction and parent-teacher collaboration. Enhanced student engagement through tailored lesson planning and effective classroom management, leading to significant academic improvements. Committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that promotes both academic and emotional growth.

Professional educator prepared for leadership in teaching role. Proven track record in curriculum development, classroom management, and fostering positive learning environment. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to changing educational needs. Reliable and results-driven, with expertise in student assessment, instructional strategies, and mentoring colleagues.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Teacher Head Start

Wichita Falls ISD
08.2021 - 05.2025
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
  • Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
  • Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
  • Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
  • Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
  • Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
  • Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.

Windham School Teacher

Windham ISD
05.2014 - 05.2016
  • Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Created study guides, research materials and syllabi for students.
  • Evaluated student progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting instruction as needed to address individual needs.
  • Enhanced classroom management skills, resulting in a more focused and productive learning environment.
  • Met and exceeded class-wide achievement and proficiency standards as established by state testing departments.
  • Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques.
  • Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies in Education

Midwestern State University
Wichita Falls, TX
05-2004

Criminal Justice

Midwestern State University
Wichita Falls, TX
01-2003

Skills

  • Childcare needs
  • Lesson planning
  • Activity planning
  • Conflict resolution
  • Behavior modeling
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Safety awareness
  • Classroom management
  • Key decision making
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Lesson development
  • Training and mentoring
  • Project-based learning
  • Differentiated instruction

Timeline

Lead Teacher Head Start

Wichita Falls ISD
08.2021 - 05.2025

Windham School Teacher

Windham ISD
05.2014 - 05.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies in Education

Midwestern State University

Criminal Justice

Midwestern State University

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