Kelsey Bevins
Harrisonburg
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
8th Grade Science Teacher
Skyline Middle School
08.2024 - Current
- Manage and problem solve solutions for various student demographics and language barriers
- Present new science information to 77 students using a variety of engaging strategies
- Incorporate technology to use various learning modalities and examples for deepened knowledge
- Communicate with students, parents, and team members about student academic strengths
- Collaborate in course planning, professional development, team meetings, and curriculum learning
8th Grade Science Teacher
Page County Middle School
08.2021 - 07.2024
- Prepared and assessed 128 students for the Virginia Grade 8 Science SOL test
- Progressed state tests scores from an average of 32% in 2021 to 69% by Spring 2024
- Critically taught assessments and lessons focusing on the state’s physical science standards
- Coached the middle school cross country and track teams with 11 and 31 students participating
6th Grade Science Teacher
Elkhorn Middle School
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Enhanced student learning through innovative NGSS lesson development and assessment.
- Provided differentiated instruction with engaging virtual and in-person learning activities.
- Created tailored assignments for students under Individualized Education and 504 Plans.
- Built strong relationships through effective, empathetic communication and inclusive practices.
Education
Masters of Business Administration -
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, Virginia05.2027
Masters of Education - Teacher Leadership
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, Virginia12.2023
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project Software
- Excels with virtual learning and communication tools
- Program and classroom management
- Technologies integration
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Learning strategies
- Curriculum development
- Team building
- Stakeholder engagement
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Clear verbal communication
LEADERSHIP AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Evidence Based Literacy Instruction 6-8 Fall 2025
- BER Proactive Classroom Discipline and Management Strategies Fall 2022
- Virtual Virginia Explicit Instruction Fall 2022-Spring 2023
- Coach for Page County Cross Country and Track Teams Fall 2021, Spring 2024
Timeline
8th Grade Science Teacher
Skyline Middle School
08.2024 - Current
8th Grade Science Teacher
Page County Middle School
08.2021 - 07.2024
6th Grade Science Teacher
Elkhorn Middle School
08.2020 - 07.2021
Masters of Business Administration -
James Madison University
Masters of Education - Teacher Leadership
James Madison University