Kelly Riddle
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Dedicated and passionate English teacher with sixteen years experience in the public school system in Colorado Springs. Enthusiastic and creative individual with solid understanding of student development and learning styles. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills and connects with students from diverse backgrounds. Experienced developing engaging lesson plans and assessments to measure student progress. Fosters learning environments for students to raise confidence and expand knowledge base.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educator of English Literature and Composition
Tesla Educational Opportunity School
08.2013 - Current
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and real-life examples into lesson plans.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
- Focused on post-secondary and workforce readiness
- Assisted with instructional planning and identification of resources to meet differentiated students' needs
- Collaborated with SPED staff and ELL teachers to meet the needs of all the students.
- Mentored new educators in best practices for teaching, leading to increased confidence and effectiveness within the school community.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to target areas of weakness and continuously improve student performance throughout the school year.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
Educator of A.P Literature (12th grade) classes, Yearbook (10th -12th grades) class, English Literature and Composition (12th grade), English I (9th grade)
Falcon High School
07.2008 - 05.2011
- Assisted with instructional planning and identification of resources to meet differentiated students' needs
- Provided professional development opportunities to teachers in the areas of effective instructional Pre-AP strategies
- Member of the RtI (Response to Intervention) implementation team
- Participated on district level committees, such as curriculum mapping and book alignment committee
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, empowering students to take ownership of their learning and academic growth.
- Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
Educator of Freshmen Literature and Composition, World Literature (10th Grade), Yearbook Class (10th – 12th Grade)
Air Academy High School
01.2005 - 05.2008
- Served on various school committees focused on improving policies or procedures related to academics, safety, or equity issues – driving positive change at an institutional level.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
Educator of Freshmen Literature and Composition, World Literature (10th grade)
Fountain Ft. Carson High School
07.2002 - 05.2003
- Utilized innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in learning.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts English -
University of Northern Colorado
12.2001
Skills
- Adaptable
- Team-oriented
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Organized
- Differentiated Instruction
- Peer Mentoring
- Academic Goals
- Student Relations
- Program Development
- Student Interaction
- Subject Matter Expertise
Certification
Colorado Professional Teaching License, 7th - 12th, 2007 - current
references
- Mr. Jason Miller, Principal, Tesla Education Opportunity High School, (719) 328-3102 Cell (719)439-4492
- Mr Josh Shafer, Assistant Principal, Tesla Educational Opportunity High School, (719) 328-3105, Cell (719) 867-5567
- Ms. Fran Lindau, Regional Data Coach, CSSD #11
Cell (719) 235-6979
trainings
- Project based Learning
- Read 180
- Text First Planning
- Best First Interest
- Newsela
- STAR assessments
- Study Sync
- EdPuzzle
- Schoology
- Power School
- Five Components of Reading for Secondary Teachers
- AVID
- Pre AP Strategies Language Arts
- Advanced Placement Summer Institute Certificate ~AP Literature
- Inclusivity Training
- Building a Positive Climate and Culture in your Classroom
- Research-Based Instruction Strategies
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI)
- Best Practices in Secondary ELA Writing: Writer's Workshop
- Turnitin
- No Red Ink
leadership roles
- Department Chair: Tesla Educational Opportunity School 8/2013- 8/2023
- Student Council Adviser/Coordinator: Tesla Educational Opportunity School 8/2017 - present
- Yearbook Advisor: Tesla Educational Opportunity School 8/2013 - present
- CKH Ambassador: Tesla Educational Opportunity School 1/2017 - 11/2020
- Link Crew (Boomerang) Ambassador: Tesla Educational Opportunity School 8/2015 - 6/2017
- Yearbook Advisor: Falcon High School 8/2007 - 6/2010
- Yearbook Advisor: Air Academy High School 8/2005 - 6/2007
Timeline
Educator of English Literature and Composition
Tesla Educational Opportunity School
08.2013 - Current
Educator of A.P Literature (12th grade) classes, Yearbook (10th -12th grades) class, English Literature and Composition (12th grade), English I (9th grade)
Falcon High School
07.2008 - 05.2011
Educator of Freshmen Literature and Composition, World Literature (10th Grade), Yearbook Class (10th – 12th Grade)
Air Academy High School
01.2005 - 05.2008
Educator of Freshmen Literature and Composition, World Literature (10th grade)
Fountain Ft. Carson High School
07.2002 - 05.2003
Bachelor of Arts English -
University of Northern Colorado
Colorado Professional Teaching License, 7th - 12th, 2007 - current
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