Kelly Parson

Trained in the Science of Reading with 3 years of experience delivering training to individuals and groups about scientifically based research on reading and issues related to reading and writing. I'm a hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure the entry-level Statewide Literacy Coach position. I'm more than ready to help teams achieve schoolwide goals. As a coach, I seek to and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

To Hiring Staff at DESE, I am a highly motivated educator with over 15 years of experience with students' cognitive growth. I am currently seeking a challenging and rewarding position in a collaborative climate, where a learning community is valued for the high achievement of students and educators. I have experience in coordinating and improving literacy programs by working closely with State Trainers, Solution Tree, and other literacy coaches. I aid in providing individual instruction support to help new teachers learn and grow in the education field. I possess superior interpersonal and communication skills to foster meaningful relationships with students, staff, and parents. I've attended professional developments and specific trainings to deepen understanding and enhance skills. Qualifications include; K-2 Rise Trainer, Masters of Education; Major: Gifted and Talented P-8 Southern Arkansas University, Magnolia, AR Middle School Endorsement; Grades 5th-6th Southern Arkansas University, Magnolia, AR Masters of Education (2011); Major: Curriculum and Instruction Southern Arkansas University, Magnolia, AR Bachelor of Science and Education (2010); Major: Early Childhood Education Southern Arkansas University, Magnolia AR-President's List State of Arkansas Teaching License Professional Teaching Experience Ivory Primary School Camden, AR 2014-Present Teacher (2nd Grade) Pinewood Elementary School Jacksonville, AR Teacher (3rd Grade) 2012-2014 Ivory Primary School Camden, AR Teacher (2nd Grade) 2010-2012 I currently instruct 2nd grade curriculum, designing and developing lessons, to meet the academic, intellectual, and social needs of students. Kelly D. Parson 243 Wood St.NE Camden AR, 71701 (870) 807-1942 -Cell kparson@cfsd.k12.ar.us Objective: To obtain the Arkansas Statewide Literacy Coach Position: Southern Arkansas University, Magnolia, Arkansas Masters of Education Major: Gifted and Talented (P-8) Southern Arkansas University, Magnolia, Arkansas Masters of Education Major: Curriculum and Instruction/Middle School Endorsement (5-6) Cumulative Graduate GPA: 3.83 on a 4.0 scale Southern Arkansas University, Magnolia, Arkansas Bachelor of Science in Education Major: Early Childhood Education Cumulative GPA: 3.01 on a 4.0 scale Licensure: Masters of Education in Gifted and Talented Masters of Education in Curriculum and Instruction Middle School Endorsement (5-6) Early Childhood Education (Grades Pre-K-4) Professional Experience: Teacher, June, 2012-August, 2014 3rd Grade Math, Science, Language Arts, Social Studies Pinewood Elementary School, Jacksonville, AR Teacher, August 9th, 2010-2012 2nd Grade Math, Science, and Language Arts Ivory Primary School, Camden, AR Work Experience: Teacher, June, 2012 3rd Grade Math, Science, Language Arts, Social Studies Pinewood Elementary School, Jacksonville, AR Teacher, August 9th, 2010-2012 2nd Grade Math, Science, and Language Arts Ivory Primary School, Camden Fairview Honors & Activities: Recipient, Minority Teachers Scholarship Program, Fall 2009- Spring 2010 Recipient, Single Parent Scholarship, Spring 2009, Fall 2009 - Spring 2010 President's List Fall 2008-2016 

References:

 Ikela Frazier (Math Facilitator) Fairview Elementary School; Camden AR 71701 870-818-0273

Leslie Sutton (95% Group Consultant) 870-416-9604 

Tammy Woodberry (2nd Grade Teacher) Fairview Elementary School 575 Dooley Womack Dr. Camden AR, 71701 870-791-6929

• Systems of Support Network Leadership Coaching Academy
• Content Coaching Academy
• ELA K-5 Standards Exploration
• Developing High-Quality Professional Learning

As a K-2 Rise Trainer I train and support teachers on sharpening the focus and strengthen instruction, help with creating community collaboration, and help build a culture of reading!

My goal is to maximize academic gains for students through systematic, and explicit instruction.