Hi, I’m
Kelly Hunt
Arlington,TX
Summary
District Instructional Leader with 20+ years of experience in curriculum, instruction, assessment, coaching, and professional learning. Proven success designing and scaling instructional systems, including founding and expanding a district secondary instructional coaching program. Expertise in leading PLCs, developing educators, analyzing student achievement data, implementing strategic interventions for diverse learners, and aligning curriculum, assessment, and professional development to district goals. Recognized for building collaborative cultures that improve teacher effectiveness and student outcomes.
Overview
22
years of professional experience
3
Certification
Work History
Kennedale ISD Kennedale, Texas
SECONDARY INSTRUCTIONAL COACH
08.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Founded and expanded the district's secondary instructional coaching program, establishing systems and structures to support instructional excellence across campuses.
- Support 2 secondary campuses and provide coaching, mentoring, and instructional support for more than 25 teachers.
- Lead Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) focused on student achievement, data analysis, instructional planning, and continuous improvement.
- Design and facilitate district-wide professional development aligned to district initiatives, instructional priorities, and student performance goals.
- Develop curriculum resources, instructional frameworks, and common assessments to ensure alignment and consistency across secondary campuses.
- Analyze student achievement and assessment data to identify trends, inform instructional decisions, and drive targeted interventions.
- Support implementation of effective instructional practices for multilingual learners, special education students, and struggling learners.
- Champion instructional technology integration to enhance student engagement, collaboration, and achievement.
- Partner with district and campus leadership to implement strategic initiatives that improve instructional effectiveness and student outcomes.
Arlington ISDArlington, Texas
INSTRUCTIONAL COACH
10.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Campus instructional coach in a middle school setting, collaborating with teachers in a variety of subjects to create differentiated content, behavioral supports, and standard-based assessments
- Mentor educator impacting teacher's skills through the use of Results coaching and Engaged2 Learn coaching strategies
- Led professional development trainings at both the campus and district level to ensure that all educators are confident in their craft while staying current in educational trends.
Arlington ISDArlington, Texas
ENGLISH TEACHER
08.2004 - 10.2021
Job overview
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary curriculum, resulting in enriched learning experiences for students.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Assisted struggling students through targeted interventions, leading to increased academic success.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need and implement targeted strategies for improvement.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learner needs, ensuring all students had equal access to education opportunities.
- Mentored new teachers within the department, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective teaching methods.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
Arlington ISDArlington, Texas
ATHLETICS COACH
08.2004 - 05.2013
Job overview
- Trained over 100 elite athletes yearly to prepare them for demands of high school sports.
- Created inclusive gym environment that was conducive to developing strong athletes and teammates.
Education
TEXAS WESLEYAN UNIVERSITYFort Worth, Texas
Masters of Education from Curriculum And Instruction
05.2008
University Overview
- Reading Specialist
TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITYLubbock, TX
Multidisciplinary Studies from Education
05.2004
University Overview
- 4-8 ELAR/Social Studies Certified
- ESL Certified
Skills
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Positive Reinforcement
- Data Evaluation
- Public Speaking Proficiency
- Program Leadership
- Outstanding interpersonal abilities
- Teaching strategies
- Great active listening skills
- Instructional planning skills
- Excellent communication abilities
- Instructional technology
- Collaborative learning
Websites
Certification
- 4-8 ELAR/SOCIAL STUDIES, 2004, Current
- ESL, 2013, Current
- READING SPECIALIST, 2008, Current
- RESULTS COACH, 2008, Current
Affiliations
- Cahn Fellowship
Timeline
SECONDARY INSTRUCTIONAL COACH
Kennedale ISD
08.2024 - Current
INSTRUCTIONAL COACH
Arlington ISD
10.2021 - Current
ENGLISH TEACHER
Arlington ISD
08.2004 - 10.2021
ATHLETICS COACH
Arlington ISD
08.2004 - 05.2013
TEXAS WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY
Masters of Education from Curriculum And Instruction
TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY
Multidisciplinary Studies from Education