Years of working experience
Kennedy Odowick
Substitute Teacher
Tigard
Summary
Dedicated substitute teacher with over a year of experience fostering student achievement and supporting diverse learning needs. Committed to making a positive impact in children's lives while demonstrating adaptability and flexibility to meet classroom and institutional demands. Recognized as a dependable team player who prioritizes individual student needs and maintains keen attention to detail. Possesses strong multitasking abilities and effective time management skills, continuously striving for personal and professional growth in the educational field.
Overview
10
10
2
2
Years in class experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Beaverton School District
09.2023 - Current
- Delivered engaging lessons to diverse student populations, adapting materials to meet varying learning needs.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, fostering a respectful and productive learning environment.
- Collaborated with full-time teachers to align lesson plans and support curriculum objectives.
- Utilized technology tools to facilitate interactive learning experiences.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Head of Operations
Twisted Pixie Enterprise
09.2018 - Current
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Designed and developed new products.
- Managed website, social media pages and emails.
Direct Support Professional
Out Of The Box Solutions
05.2018 - Current
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Led patient in recreational activities for enhanced social and emotional confidence.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
Teacher's Assistant
Early Learning Community
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Supported classroom management by facilitating small group activities and individual learning sessions.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Observed and documented student progress, providing feedback to educators.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement and wellbeing.
- Implemented various teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities in the classroom.
Co-Manager
Journeys Shoes
05.2015 - 05.2018
- Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer and employee needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Pacific University
06-2020
Associate of Arts -
Portland Community College
Portland, OR06-2017
Master of Arts - Elementary School Teaching
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT06-2026
Skills
- Certified in CPR and first aid
- Behavioral Management
- Student engagement
- Positive reinforcement
- Instructional strategies
- Classroom management
- Adaptable
- Behavior management
- Special education
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Beaverton School District
09.2023 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Early Learning Community
10.2019 - 03.2020
Head of Operations
Twisted Pixie Enterprise
09.2018 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Out Of The Box Solutions
05.2018 - Current
Co-Manager
Journeys Shoes
05.2015 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Education
Pacific University
Associate of Arts -
Portland Community College
Master of Arts - Elementary School Teaching
Western Governors University
Hobbies and Interests
Volunteering with the The Beaverton STARS a special needs color guard in Beaverton, OR
Journaling and planning
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