Kelsie Turley
Searcy,AR
Summary
Mindful Middle School Teacher accomplished in preparing students for future through use of new technologies. History of encouraging students to engage in group work and to solve problems in team-driven approach.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Teacher
Harding Academy
Searcy, AR
08.2007 - Current
- Built learning and citizenship skills to help with personal growth in addition to increasing academic knowledge.
- Kept classroom organized, clean, and safe for students and visitors.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Prepared daily lesson plans for activities.
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites and other educational materials.
- Integrated technology into classroom as instructional tool, such as Smartboard and SmartTV and also used LMS platform Canvas.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Assigned daily lesson plans designed to motivate students and allow for creativity.
Arkansas State Science Specialist
Arkansas Department Of Higher Education
SEARCY, AR
08.2005 - 07.2007
- Worked as member of integrated project team in highly collaborative work environment focused on enhancing classroom teacher's skills in the area of science.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions for elementary/middle school's science curriculum.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Elementary School Teacher
Austin Independent School District
Austin, TX
08.1994 - 07.1995
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers and administrative staff.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Harding University
Searcy, AR05.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Harding University
Searcy, AR05.1992
Skills
- Organizational Abilities
- Quality Education
- Social Studies
- Instructional Strategies
- Hands-On Learning
- Smart Board Operation
- Lesson Planning Expertise
- Instructional Techniques
- Different Learning Styles
- Academic Standards
- Teacher Collaboration
- Interactive Media
Timeline
Middle School Teacher
Harding Academy
08.2007 - Current
Arkansas State Science Specialist
Arkansas Department Of Higher Education
08.2005 - 07.2007
Elementary School Teacher
Austin Independent School District
08.1994 - 07.1995
Master of Arts - Education
Harding University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Harding University
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