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Kevin Murphy

Crete, Nebraska 68333,Nebraska

Summary

A proven educator with Crete Public Schools, adept in classroom management and student engagement, I've effectively fostered academic growth and nurtured safe learning environments. Leveraging creativity in teaching and relationship building, I've consistently enhanced student performance and confidence, demonstrating significant improvements without relying on numerical metrics.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Substitute Teacher

Crete Public Schools
08.2022 - 05.2024
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.

Intern CCLC After School Program Coordinator

Crete Public Schools
02.2024 - 04.2024
  • Designed program implementation and maintenance plan.
  • Monitored performance metrics closely to evaluate areas requiring intervention or adjustment, making data-informed decisions that contributed positively towards overall results.
  • Developed effective communication strategies for improved collaboration among team members, resulting in increased productivity.
  • Oversaw staff schedules and assignments to handle programming demands.
  • Created and enforced programming standards to maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.

ELA Summer School Teacher

Crete Public Schools
05.2023 - 07.2023
  • Assessed student progress and provided constructive feedback, enabling students to make continuous improvements.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively using positive reinforcement strategies, cultivating an inclusive and respectful learning community.
  • Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
  • Provided individualized support for students, resulting in improved academic performance and increased confidence.

Assistant Coach

Doane University
09.2017 - 02.2022
  • Developed strong relationship with players to assist in reaching goals, build trust and rapport.
  • Assisted head coach in evaluating player performance, identifying areas for improvement, and providing constructive feedback to ensure continuous growth.
  • Mentored athletes on sportsmanship, leadership skills, and maintaining a strong work ethic both on and off the field.
  • Advised head coach on discipline, performance, and other decision-making areas.

Para Educator

Crete Public Schools
09.2019 - 04.2021
  • Assisted students in achieving academic goals by providing one-on-one tutoring and small group instruction in various subjects.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Assisted teachers in managing classrooms effectively by maintaining clear expectations, enforcing rules consistently, and reinforcing positive behavior choices.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.

Guest Public Speaker

Wilber Public Schools
10.2017 - 10.2018

Shared experience growing up in poverty in southern California. I shared stories of gang violence, the friends I lost, and how I avoided the pressures of joining a gang.

Physical Education Summer School Teacher

Crete Public Schools
05.2016 - 06.2016
  • Assessed student progress and provided constructive feedback, enabling students to make continuous improvements.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively using positive reinforcement strategies, cultivating an inclusive and respectful learning community.
  • Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
  • Provided individualized support for students, resulting in improved academic performance and increased confidence.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education

Doane University
Crete, NE
05.2016

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Adaptable
  • Relationship building and management
  • Student Engagement
  • Behavior Management
  • Creativity in Teaching
  • Lesson Planning

Certification

Nebraska Department of Education Alternative Teaching Certification

Timeline

Intern CCLC After School Program Coordinator

Crete Public Schools
02.2024 - 04.2024

ELA Summer School Teacher

Crete Public Schools
05.2023 - 07.2023

Substitute Teacher

Crete Public Schools
08.2022 - 05.2024

Para Educator

Crete Public Schools
09.2019 - 04.2021

Guest Public Speaker

Wilber Public Schools
10.2017 - 10.2018

Assistant Coach

Doane University
09.2017 - 02.2022

Physical Education Summer School Teacher

Crete Public Schools
05.2016 - 06.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education

Doane University
Kevin Murphy