Kelly Slagter
Ames
Summary
I am a dedicated and student-focused educator committed to fostering academic growth through structured, data-driven instruction. I am skilled in delivering effective whole-group explicit instruction and providing targeted Tier 1 and Tier 2 small group support based on student needs and performance data. I strive to be a continuous learner with a strong desire to refine instructional routines and stay current with educational best practices. I am a collaborative team member who values communication, consistency, and ongoing professional growth to ensure every student reaches their full potential.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Coach
Ames Community School District
Ames, IA
08.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers to analyze student data and improve curriculum effectiveness through targeted interventions.
- Evaluated educational programs, identifying areas for improvement to align with district goals and standards.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities.
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs, and identified research-based instructional strategies.
- Supported data-driven instruction by assisting teachers with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
- Developed successful interventions for struggling students by creating targeted instructional plans based on their unique needs.
- Assessed students through diagnostic tests, in addition to formative and summative data.
- Led weekly PLC's across all grade levels to discuss data aligned instruction, tier 2 interventions and classwide interventions.
- Partnered with administration to design and implement tier 2 interventions to meet the requirements of the Math Counts Act implementation.
- Worked with colleagues across the district to develop and Instructional Playbook with research based strategies to be used across all grade levels.
Third Grade Teacher
Ames Community School District
Ames, IA
08.2020 - 05.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards to enhance student learning.
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations to inform instruction.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for curriculum delivery and classroom organization.
- Organized parent-teacher conferences to strengthen communication and support student success.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for improvement and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices, enhancing overall teaching effectiveness.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by implementing effective classroom management strategies and maintaining consistent expectations.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Integrated social-emotional learning strategies into daily lessons, fostering empathy and emotional intelligence among students.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Fourth Grade Teacher- Long Term Substitute
Ankeny Community School
Ankeny, IA
02.2020 - 04.2020
Fourth Grade Teacher
Sioux Center Community School
Sioux Center, IA
08.2014 - 05.2019
Second Grade Teacher
Sioux Center Community School
Sioux Center, IA
08.2013 - 05.2014
Title I Reading Intervention Teacher
Sheldon Community School
Sheldon, IA
11.2012 - 05.2013
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Sheldon, IA
Sheldon, IA
08.2012 - 11.2012
Education
K-8 Reading Endorsement -
Buena Vista University
Storm Lake, IALETRS -
American College of Education
04-2026
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Buena Vista University
Storm Lake, IA05-2010
Skills
- Committed to continuous improvement
- Teaching strategies
- Student engagement
- Explicit Tier 1 Instruction Framework
Timeline
Instructional Coach
Ames Community School District
08.2025 - Current
Third Grade Teacher
Ames Community School District
08.2020 - 05.2025
Fourth Grade Teacher- Long Term Substitute
Ankeny Community School
02.2020 - 04.2020
Fourth Grade Teacher
Sioux Center Community School
08.2014 - 05.2019
Second Grade Teacher
Sioux Center Community School
08.2013 - 05.2014
Title I Reading Intervention Teacher
Sheldon Community School
11.2012 - 05.2013
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Sheldon, IA
08.2012 - 11.2012
K-8 Reading Endorsement -
Buena Vista University
LETRS -
American College of Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Buena Vista University