K’halia Holliman
Certified Early Childhood Educator
Memphis,TN
Summary
Magna Cum Laude graduate from the University of Memphis with a degree in Early Childhood Education, I bring a strong foundation in child development and hands-on teaching experience with diverse student populations across Memphis. I am certified in Early Childhood Education and passionate about creating nurturing, inclusive, and engaging learning environments—especially in high-need communities.
My success is backed by a full year of immersive professional development experiences focused on early literacy, trauma-informed teaching, differentiated instruction, and culturally responsive classroom practices. These trainings have equipped me with tools to meet every child where they are and elevate their academic and emotional growth.
I communicate clearly, collaborate well with families and staff, and am highly detail-oriented. My strong behavioral management skills, tech-savvy mindset (in both desktop and mobile platforms), and ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure make me a dependable and innovative educator ready to make an impact.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2040
2040
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Receptionist
Memphis Office of Youth Services
Memphis, TN
05.2018 - 05.2022
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed over 100 incoming calls to correct offices.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Maintained a well-organized reception area with updated materials, contributing to a welcoming environment for visitors.
- Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
- Corresponded with clients through email, telephone, or postal mail.
- Streamlined front desk operations for increased efficiency by effectively managing phone calls, emails, and walk-in clients.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and providing accurate information.
- Supported office efficiency by performing clerical tasks such as data entry, photocopying, scanning, and faxing documents.
Student Teacher
Brownsville Road Elementary School
Memphis, TN
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Pre-K. Intervention with an emphasis on phonics, phonemes, Math, and Science. Facilitated morning meetings, Whole & Small Group instruction.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering 23 students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
- Monitored student progress to provide feedback on assignments and guidance on areas requiring improvement.
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
Student Teacher
Idlewild Elementary School
Memphis, Tennessee
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Grade 1. Intervention, Whole & Small Group Instruction in the subject Science, ELA, and Math, Classroom Management, Professional Learning Community Meetings.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
- Continuously improved teaching practices through professional development opportunities, staying current with educational trends and research.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem solving skills to enable students to step out of comfort zone.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them toward improvement while building their confidence in their abilities.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
- Utilized varied teaching techniques for different learning styles, ensuring all students had access to course material.
- Implemented assessment tools to monitor student progress, adjusting lesson plans as needed to address areas of struggle or mastery.
- Incorporated real-world applications into lessons, making content relevant and relatable for students.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and interactive activities into lessons.
- Increased students'' critical thinking skills through the implementation of group projects and problem-solving exercises.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular connections, reinforcing key concepts across subject areas.
Education
Bachelor of Science - education
University of Memphis
Memphis, United States 05.2001 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
White Station High School
Memphis, United States05-2018
Skills
- Sound understanding of diverse communities and cultures
- Expertise in Microsoft Word
- Expertise in Teams
- Expertise in Canva
- Office management
- Customer service
- Data entry
- Telephone skills
- File management
- Customer/Client relations
- Time management
- Verbal and written communication
Awards
- Young Professionals Award- Memphis Office of Youth Services
- Black Scholars Unlimited- University of Memphis
- National Collegiate Society of Scholars- University of Memphis
- Beverly Hope Presley Scholarship Recipient- College of Education
Accomplishments
- Young Professionals Award – Memphis Office of Youth Services
- Black Scholars Unlimited – University of Memphis
- National Society of Collegiate Scholars – University of Memphis
- Beverly Hope Presley Scholarship Recipient – College of Education, University of Memphis
- Tennessee Certification in Early Childhood Education
- New Memphis STRIDE Program – Year-long professional development in leadership, education equity, and community impact
Certification
Early Childhood
New Memphis Stride Award
- Professional Development: New Memphis Stride, 2023-24
-Developed resiliency through year-long professional development program specific to early-career educators in Memphis.
Timeline
Early Childhood
07-2024
Student Teacher
Brownsville Road Elementary School
01.2022 - 05.2022
Student Teacher
Idlewild Elementary School
08.2021 - 12.2021
Receptionist
Memphis Office of Youth Services
05.2018 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - education
University of Memphis
05.2001 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
White Station High School
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