Kelly Weaver
Kuna,ID
Summary
Accomplished educator with a proven track record at St. Joseph's Catholic Elementary School, adept in curriculum alignment and fostering collaborative environments. Spearheaded a successful grant for technology integration, enhancing interactive learning. Skilled in creating impactful assessments and promoting critical thinking, demonstrating a commitment to educational excellence and continuous professional development.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade Teacher and Leadership Team
St. Joseph's Catholic Elementary School
Boise, ID
08.2011 - 12.2024
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Collaborated on a grant to bring technology for the use of Khan Academy in 5th-8th grades (2014). Grant included money for bringing one-to-one Chromebook devices to those classrooms. Continued grant work (2014-2016) as a Khan Academy Ambassador to provide feedback to Khan Academy platform, train new teachers, provide technology, and expand implementation of Khan Academy to 3rd-4th grades.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to standards, teaching methods, or curriculum changes.
- Leadership team (2014-2024): Held various leadership roles including directing accreditation teams, organizing 3rd-5th and Kindergarten-5th grades PLC meetings with teachers to gather and review data, guiding K-8 curriculum alignment and assessment methods for textbook adoption purposes in both Science and Math, and organizing opportunities for enrichment like Pi Day and Metric Day.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences, including meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real-world situations.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
- Promoted hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Curriculum and Instruction Auditor
Idaho Charter School Network
Boise, ID
08.2010 - 08.2011
- Participated on different collaborative teams to provide feedback to charter schools for the accreditation process. Represented the role of a teacher and curriculum specialist on these teams.
- Visited various classrooms of the hosting school(s) to assess the overall environment while also evaluating whether teachers/staff were meeting the mission and goals stated within their charters.
- Provided feedback on curriculum alignment, reviewed data from school wide assessments, and gave guidance when needed to help schools reach their mission and goals.
7th Grade Teacher
Stockton Unified School District
Stockton, CA
07.2008 - 06.2010
- Prepared daily lesson plans and implemented learning plans for a variety of needs, especially English Language Learners.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and maintaining clear objectives.
- Provided instructional support to struggling students in elective and offered additional time after school for support of those students and families.
- Participated in two-year Beginning Teacher Support Program where I was mentored on campus by an experienced teacher who regularly met with me and was able to observe and provide feedback on my teaching practices.
8th Grade Teacher and AmeriCorps Worker
Jamestown School District
Jamestown, CA
09.2004 - 07.2008
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course standards in ELA and Social Studies. Administered assessments to evaluate student progress. Collaborated with Math and Science teacher on student goals for learning.
- Coordinated and lead educational activities for a Saturday School program developed for students with attendance problems.
- Designed and lead educational activities for the after school program.
- Participated in AmeriCorps where I served as an instructional aide (2004-2005). Duties included before and after school supervision, instructional aide for all classrooms, after school program support, and Saturday School.
- Worked with classroom teachers to learn about current standards and best practices. Cultivated positive relationships with administration, staff, and students.
- Designed lessons for students using various teaching methods while learning and implementing modern classroom technologies.
- Completed student teaching requirements to earn a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential in California.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Positive Behavior Supports & Interventions
Boise State University
Boise, ID05-2025
Graduate Certificate - Mathematical Thinking Initiative
Boise State University
Boise05-2020
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Ashford University
Clinton, IA05-2011
Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential - Education
California State University, Stanislaus
Turlock, CA12-2006
Bachelor of Science - History
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR06-2004
Skills
- Create formative and summative assessments with math and science
- Understand curriculum alignment
- Facilitate hands-on activities and models
- Familiar with data-driven decision-making
- Promote critical thinking and realistic applications
- Collaborative
- Lifelong learner
Timeline
5th Grade Teacher and Leadership Team
St. Joseph's Catholic Elementary School
08.2011 - 12.2024
Curriculum and Instruction Auditor
Idaho Charter School Network
08.2010 - 08.2011
7th Grade Teacher
Stockton Unified School District
07.2008 - 06.2010
8th Grade Teacher and AmeriCorps Worker
Jamestown School District
09.2004 - 07.2008
Graduate Certificate - Positive Behavior Supports & Interventions
Boise State University
Graduate Certificate - Mathematical Thinking Initiative
Boise State University
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Ashford University
Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential - Education
California State University, Stanislaus
Bachelor of Science - History
University of Oregon