Kerry Coleman
Lewisville,NC
Summary
Hardworking and passionate teacher. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Experienced and trained in varying teaching methods with goal to fulfill each student's individual learning needs and help inspire lifelong learners.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Western Springs School District 101
Western Springs, IL
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature, mathematics and handwriting.
- Observed and assessed student performance and charted progress.
- Fostered social-emotional growth in students through daily morning meetings, conflict resolution strategies, and character education lessons.
- Promoted positive learning environment with use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
First Grade Teacher
Western Springs School District 101
Western Springs, IL
08.2012 - 06.2022
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating engaging phonics activities and guided reading sessions.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Increased parent involvement in their child''s education by conducting regular parent-teacher conferences and providing resources for at-home learning support.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
Certified Assistant Fourth Grade Teacher
Western Springs School District 101
Western Springs, IL
08.2011 - 06.2012
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through modified lesson plans.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
Education
Master of Arts - Reading Education
Concordia University Chicago
River Forest, IL08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Dayton
Dayton, OH05.2011
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Early Reading
- Curriculum Planning
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Problem-Solving
Certification
National Board Certified Teacher
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Western Springs School District 101
08.2022 - 06.2023
First Grade Teacher
Western Springs School District 101
08.2012 - 06.2022
Certified Assistant Fourth Grade Teacher
Western Springs School District 101
08.2011 - 06.2012
Master of Arts - Reading Education
Concordia University Chicago
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Dayton
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