Kelly Wales
Educator
Papillion,NE
Summary
Highly experienced Teacher with over 20 years in field. Proven skills in verbal and written communication and problem-solving combined with unsurpassed work ethic, proactive mindset and detail-oriented approach. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Teacher
Omaha Public Schools
Omaha, NE
08.2001 - Current
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons for 18-29 students to meet national standards.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Held conferences with over 96% of parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content daily to achieve student-centered learning.
- Piloted program to address proposed state science competencies and standards.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Devised and implemented strategies to create and maintain cohesive school community within virtual classroom setting.
Education
Master of Education - Elementary Education
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX 08.1997 - 12.1998
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Maryland - University College
Hyattsville, MD 09.1992 - 05.1994
Skills
Student-centered learning
Timeline
Teacher
Omaha Public Schools
08.2001 - Current
Master of Education - Elementary Education
Texas State University
08.1997 - 12.1998
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Maryland - University College
09.1992 - 05.1994
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