Kim Backus
West Gardiner,ME
Summary
I strive to keep my classroom environment calm and consistent so students can focus on the class objectives. I push my students to their full potential, while also meeting the students where they are.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Math Teacher
MSAD #11
08.2013 - Current
- Classes taught: AP Calculus (Dual Enrollment), College Algebra (DE), Pre-Calculus (DE), H. Geometry, H. Algebra 2, Algebra 1, Co-Taught Algebra 1, Co-Taught Pre-Algebra
- Math Team Coach
- Mentor
- College Board AP Calculus Reader
- Curriculum Development 6-12
Math Teacher
RSU 2
08.2001 - 06.2013
- Classes taught: AP Calculus, Pre-Calculus, Algebra 2, Algebra 1
- Math Team Coach
- Class Advisor
- Accreditation Committee
- Curriculum Development K-12
Math Teacher
MSAD 11
08.1996 - 06.2001
- Classes taught: AP Calculus, Trigonometry and Statistics, Pre-College Math, Geometry, Algebra 1, Applied Math
- Class Advisor
- Accreditation Committee
- Curriculum Committee
- Interim Department Chair
Education
Master of Science - Education
University of New England
Biddeford, ME08.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics and Secondary Education
Castleton State College
Castleton, VT05.1994
Skills
- Subject Area Expertise
- Classroom Management
- Digital Literacy
- Remote or virtual instruction
- Adapting to different learning styles
- Motivating and encouraging
Community Service
- Check in patients at Covid vaccine clinics
- Help at free community suppers put on by church
- Audit local church
- Coach local youth sports
Timeline
Math Teacher
MSAD #11
08.2013 - Current
Math Teacher
RSU 2
08.2001 - 06.2013
Math Teacher
MSAD 11
08.1996 - 06.2001
Master of Science - Education
University of New England
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics and Secondary Education
Castleton State College
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