Kenley Barber
Ridgely,TN
Summary
Focused and dedicated elementary school educator with 2 years of experience. Passionate about educating children using various activities and organizational tools. Expert developing lesson plans, creating custom class materials assigning classwork and grading tests. Diplomatic communicator when addressing colleagues, parents, and children.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
4th Grade Teacher
Lauderdale County Schools
03.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Lead and collaborated with grade level subject group lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating real-life examples and hands-on activities into lessons.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding their child''s academic growth and areas for improvement.
- Mentored new teachers within the school district, sharing expertise and offering guidance throughout their first year of teaching.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, establishing clear expectations and consequences while fostering a respectful learning environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, addressing the unique needs of each student in the classroom.
Sales Associate
Copper Lane Gifts and Interior
04.2021 - Current
- Employment Type: Part-Time
- Greeting customers, responding to questions, improving engagement with merchandise providing outstanding customer service
- Operating cash registers, managing financial transactions, and balancing drawers
- Achieving established goals
- Directing customers to merchandise within the store
Wildlife Specialist
USDA/APHIS/Wildlife Services
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Responsible for applying control techniques and procedures (both lethal and non-lethal) within a large geographical area for the purpose of controlling native and invasive wildlife damage to property, human health and safety, natural resources, and agriculture
- Responsible for maintaining travel and daily activity logs.
Education
Master's - Education Initial Licensure
The University of Tennessee - Martin
05.2019
Master's - Education Initial Licensure
The University of Tennessee - Martin
Martin, TN05.2024
Skills
- Time Management
- Organization
- Adaptable
- Student Engagement
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Materials Sourcing
- Activity Organization
- Team Collaboration
- Problem-solving Skills
- Distance Learning
- Proficient in MasteryConnect, PowerSchools, Google Drive, and Microsoft Office
- Technology Integration
Volunteer And Memberships
- The Wildlife Society (TWS); UT-Martin Student Chapter, President, 04/01/18, 04/01/19, won UTM Student Organization of the Year & Southeastern Section of TWS Student Chapter of the Year, Secretary, 04/01/17, 04/01/18, Audit Chair, 04/01/16, 04/01/17
- Volunteer in the nursery at White Hall Baptist Church in Trenton, TN at least one Sunday per month.
- Assisted Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency in fall 2015-2020 with data collection on White-tailed deer for population dynamics.
- Initiated a Wildlife Ambassador program within the UTM TWS in 2019 where members go to local high schools and educate students on what the chapter goals are, current issues facing wildlife in Tennessee, and the variety of career opportunities that are offered in natural resources.
Knowledge And Abilities
Comfortable with the use of technology (i.e. computers, tablets, GPS, etc.), Knowledgeable of basic computer software and Social Media, Effective verbal and written communication skills, Able to speak to a group in a variety of settings, Confident working alone or with a team, Able to closely follow guidelines and policies
References
Available upon request
Certification
- Supporting Student Social & Emotional Wellbeing- Adverse Childhood Experiences and Taking a Trauma-Informed Approach Training - MyCredential-March 2024
- TN Department of Education Reading 360-Early Reading Training - Summer 2023
Hobbies
I have a background in Wildlife Biology, and a passion for many outdoor activities. I love going out around local wildlife management areas and state parks to hike, kayak, and take photographs. I love crafting and creating things for my house, classroom, and friends. I enjoy travelling and listening to live music whenever the chance arises.
Timeline
4th Grade Teacher
Lauderdale County Schools
03.2022 - Current
Sales Associate
Copper Lane Gifts and Interior
04.2021 - Current
Wildlife Specialist
USDA/APHIS/Wildlife Services
01.2020 - 06.2020
Master's - Education Initial Licensure
The University of Tennessee - Martin
Master's - Education Initial Licensure
The University of Tennessee - Martin
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