KELLY SMITH
St. Louis,MO
Summary
Educational professional with substantial experience in classroom settings and curriculum development. Proven track record of fostering positive learning atmosphere and addressing varied student needs. Known for effective teamwork and flexibility to meet changing educational demands.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Building Learning Associate
St. Louis Public School District
04.2024 - Current
- Established high expectations for all learners, fostering a growth mindset that encouraged persistent effort toward academic goals.
- Provided individualized support to struggling learners, enabling them to reach their full potential academically.
- Contributed to school-wide improvement initiatives by participating in professional development opportunities and applying new techniques in the classroom.
- Boosted overall class performance by implementing effective classroom management strategies and maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
- Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
After School Care Teacher/ Summer Swim Instructor
Gene Slays Boys and Girls Club
08.2023 - Current
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Promoted a fun learning environment through engaging activities and games designed to reinforce essential swimming skills.
- Improved swimmer confidence by providing consistent positive reinforcement and constructive feedback on technique.
- Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.
- Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
- Adapted teaching techniques to different learning styles.
- Assessed student skill levels at the beginning of each session to ensure proper class placement and maximize opportunities for growth and development.
Paraprofessional
St. Louis Public Schools Through Supplemental Health at Mallinckrodt Elementary School
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Classroom Support
- Behavioral Management
- Assisting Students with Special Needs
- Leading a Variety of Activities/Games, Assisting with Homework, and Interacting with Parents of Children Ages 5-15
Bartender/Server
Pepper's Bar and Grill
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Customer Service/Care
- Covering Shifts
- Setting Up Bar-Opening and Closing
- Accounting for Register/Financial Transactions
- Taking and Fulfilling Orders
- Communication with Coworkers, Customers, and Vendors
- Prepping Food in Compliance with Health and Safety Standards
Sales Representative
Thryv Yellow Pages
07.2021 - 04.2022
- Company Overview: Nationwide/Remote
- Sales
- Customer Service/Care
- Communication/Networking with Clients and Business Owners
- Created a Comfortable Atmosphere for Clients
- Remote Work (Utilized Knowledge of Software Applications (Excel/Word) and Typing Skills)
- Nationwide/Remote
Permanent Substitute Teacher/Student Volunteer Coordinator
Saint Cecilia Catholic School
04.2016 - 08.2017
- Communication with Students, Families, and Co-Workers
- Creating and Fostering a Comfortable Atmosphere
- Assessed Needs and Accommodated Students with Disabilities
- Prepared Teaching Lessons/Curriculum
- Daily Safety Monitoring
- Utilized Mindfulness of Individual Dietary and Allergy Concerns/Needs
- Adapted and Improvised, When Needed
- Met with Volunteers to Schedule and Assign to Classrooms
- Monitored After School Program
Swim Instructor, Private Lesson Coordinator, And Camp Coordinator
The Center Of Clayton
01.2014 - 05.2017
- Taught Swimming/Safety Training Skills
- Certified to Administer CPR, if Needed
- Coordination/Scheduling of Private Lessons
- Was the director for the Aquatics Department for SummerQuest camp at Shaw Park and The Center of Clayton
Permanent Substitute Teacher In Special School District Room
Clayton School District
12.2013 - 05.2016
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
- Engaged parents and guardians in their children's learning process through regular communication and feedback.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lutheran High School South
St. Louis, MO05.2004
Bachelor's - Elementary Education
University of Missouri
St. Louis, MOSkills
- EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION
- PATIENCE/EMPATHY
- CUSTOMER SERVICE/CARE
- COORDINATION AND SCHEDULING
- TIME-MANAGEMENT
- POSITIVE ATTITUDE
- MOTIVATED AND WILLING TO LEARN
- SOLUTION-FOCUSED AND ABLE TO PROBLEM-SOLVE
- ABILITY TO WORK AS A TEAM, WHILE WORKING INDEPENDENTLY
- FLEXIBLE AND ABLE TO IMPROVISE, WHEN NEEDED
Timeline
Building Learning Associate
St. Louis Public School District
04.2024 - Current
Paraprofessional
St. Louis Public Schools Through Supplemental Health at Mallinckrodt Elementary School
10.2023 - 04.2024
After School Care Teacher/ Summer Swim Instructor
Gene Slays Boys and Girls Club
08.2023 - Current
Bartender/Server
Pepper's Bar and Grill
11.2022 - 01.2023
Sales Representative
Thryv Yellow Pages
07.2021 - 04.2022
Permanent Substitute Teacher/Student Volunteer Coordinator
Saint Cecilia Catholic School
04.2016 - 08.2017
Swim Instructor, Private Lesson Coordinator, And Camp Coordinator
The Center Of Clayton
01.2014 - 05.2017
Permanent Substitute Teacher In Special School District Room
Clayton School District
12.2013 - 05.2016
Bachelor's - Elementary Education
University of Missouri
High School Diploma -
Lutheran High School South
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