Kelly Guthrie
Liverpool,NY
Summary
Highly-motivated educator with over 10 years of teaching experience seeks to take on new challenges. Dedicated and passionate about education with extensive knowledge in teaching and updating instructional methods. Committed to encouraging students to boost engagement and overall success. Outgoing, friendly, and compassionate with knowledge in various subjects. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
6th Grade Math and Social Studies Teacher
North Syracuse Central School District
North Syracuse, NY
09.2022 - Current
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Assessed student comprehension of material through written tests, oral presentations, and group projects.
- Utilized formative and summative assessment data to inform and adjust instructional practices.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills by asking open-ended questions during class discussions.
- Integrated technology into classroom settings to engage students and diversify instruction.
- Participated in professional development workshops and conferences to stay current with educational trends and methodologies.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student performance and progress.
4th Grade Teacher
North Syracuse Central School District
North Syracuse, NY
09.2015 - 09.2022
- Provided instruction in math, language arts, science and social studies to a class of fourth grade students.
- Developed creative lesson plans that incorporated technology and differentiated instruction for all levels of learners.
- Attended professional development workshops focused on curriculum alignment, assessment tools, and teaching strategies.
- Communicated regularly with colleagues regarding best practices for instruction and intervention planning.
- Provided positive feedback with emphasis on learning from mistakes to establish solid foundation for progress.
- Handled challenging classroom behaviors with positive and affirming techniques.
- Assessed student learning through varied formative and summative assessments.
1st Grade Teacher -Long Term Substitute
Liverpool Central School District
Liverpool, NY
10.2014 - 06.2015
- Provided engaging instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, science and social studies to a class of first graders.
- Planned and facilitated small group activities to enhance student understanding of material presented in whole-class setting.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress throughout the year using data tracking systems such as AIMSweb or DIBELS.
Education
Master of Science - Teaching
LeMoyne College
Syracuse, NY12-2012
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
LeMoyne College
Syracuse, NY05-2010
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Technology Implementation
- Differentiated Instruction
- Student Engagement/Motivation
- Organizational abilities
- Analytical Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- IEP understanding
- Faculty Collaboration
- Teaching strategies
- Problem-solving skills
- Data-driven decision-making
- Classroom Management
- IEP support
- EDoctrina Software
- Google Classroom
- AIMS WEB data analysis
Certification
- NY State Teaching Certification - Students with Disabilities - Grades 1-6
- Initial Certification: 2/1/2013
- Professional Certification: 1/23/2018
- NY State Teaching Certification - Childhood Grades 1-6
- Initial Certification: 2/1/2013
- Professional Certification: 1/23/2018
Languages
Portuguese
Limited
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
6th Grade Math and Social Studies Teacher
North Syracuse Central School District
09.2022 - Current
4th Grade Teacher
North Syracuse Central School District
09.2015 - 09.2022
1st Grade Teacher -Long Term Substitute
Liverpool Central School District
10.2014 - 06.2015
- NY State Teaching Certification - Students with Disabilities - Grades 1-6
- Initial Certification: 2/1/2013
- Professional Certification: 1/23/2018
- NY State Teaching Certification - Childhood Grades 1-6
- Initial Certification: 2/1/2013
- Professional Certification: 1/23/2018
Master of Science - Teaching
LeMoyne College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
LeMoyne College
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