Kelly Osornio
1480 Steeple Run Drive Fayetteville,NC
Summary
Dedicated science educator with extensive experience of teaching across diverse grade levels and accommodating a wide range of learning abilities. Committed to promoting inquiry-based learning and advancing STEM education through hands-on experiments and technology integration. Recognized for building strong, supportive relationships with students and colleagues, and for creating a collaborative, respectful environment that inspires academic and personal growth.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Science Teacher
Cape Fear High School
08.2022 - Current
- Develop engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards that incorporate real-world applications, enhance student understanding and promote critical thinking in Biology and Earth and Environmental Science.
- Implement hands-on experiments and demonstrations to foster inquiry based learning.
- Cultivate a passion for STEM in a competitive environment as the head coach for the Cape Fear Science Olympiad Team.
- Promote the exploration of the many disciplines and career opportunities of science as the head advisor for the Cape Fear Academy of Natural Science.
Varsity Cheerleading Coach
Cape Fear High School
11.2022 - Current
- Collaborate with athletes, coaches and school administration to promote a culture of sportsmanship and academic excellence within the cheerleading program.
- Coordinate team schedules, ensuring the team participates in community outreach and volunteer opportunities.
Elementary Teacher
Eastover-Central Elementary School of Arts
08.2011 - 06.2022
- Pre-Kindergarten Teacher 2011-2013
- 4th Grade Science Teacher 2013-2014
- Kindergarten Teacher 2014-2015
- 3rd Grade Math Teacher 2015-2016
- 5th Grade Science Teacher 2016-2022
- Designed lesson plans and helped develop curriculum content as a member of the Science Advisory team for Cumberland County Schools.
- Promoted student interest in STEM as the head coach for the Eastover-Central Science Olympiad Team.
- Mentored beginning teachers to provide support and guidance.
- Collaborated with colleagues and administration as the Grade Level Chair to ensure goals were being met.
6th Grade Science Teacher
Mac Williams Middle School
08.2005 - 06.2006
- Developed engaging science curriculum aligned with state standards to enhance student understanding.
- Increased student interest in science by incorporating hands-on experiments and group activities.
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Rockfish Elementary
08.2004 - 06.2005
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs of students.
- Collaborated with other teachers to develop cross-curricular lessons, promoting a deeper understanding of subject matter.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, reading, and social studies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC05-2004
High School Diploma -
South View High School
Hope Mills, NC06-2000
Skills
- Pre-K, Kindergarten Add-On (2012)
State of North Carolina Professional Educator's License #1013008
- Elementary Education K-6 (2004)
- Science 9-12 (2024)
Timeline
Varsity Cheerleading Coach
Cape Fear High School
11.2022 - Current
Science Teacher
Cape Fear High School
08.2022 - Current
Elementary Teacher
Eastover-Central Elementary School of Arts
08.2011 - 06.2022
6th Grade Science Teacher
Mac Williams Middle School
08.2005 - 06.2006
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Rockfish Elementary
08.2004 - 06.2005
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
East Carolina University
High School Diploma -
South View High School
Awards
Science Olympiad Conen Morgan Spirit Award-2025
Eastover-Central Elementary Teacher of the Year-2019
Fayetteville Readers' Choice Award: School Teacher-2017
Professional Opportunities
Elementary Science Advisory Team 2013-2022
Beginning Teacher Mentor 2018-2022
National Blue Ribbon Conference 2018
NSTA Conference-2018
Eastover-Central National Blue Ribbon Committee 2017
NSTA Member-2017-2020
Cumberland County Schools Beginning Teacher Orientation Presenter 2016-2018
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