Kim E Terry
Summary
Motivated Educational and Training Specialist excited to develop and implement successful training plans that meet dynamic company and employee needs. Accustomed to collaborating with various stakeholders to hone in on unique requirements. Prepared to bring collaboration, instructional design, and public speaking abilities developed over twenty-three year career as an educator to a growth-oriented role.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Grade 7 Math Teacher
Danvers Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Facilitated the instruction of a rigorous academic Accelerated Pre-Algebra curriculum to seventh grade students
- Collaborated with team members to ensure instruction was meeting needs of students, including those with special needs and English Language Learners
- Communicated regularly with families to solicit input and share academic progress and difficulties, or behavioral concerns
Middle School Math Teacher
Tewksbury Public Schools, John W. Wynn Middle School
08.2013 - 06.2023
- Developed and implemented a rigorous academic curriculum consisting of Accelerated Pre-Algebra to seventh grade students and Honors Math/Algebra to eighth grade students using a Math Workshop model that incorporated direct instruction, guided practice, discussion, cooperative work, and projects to maintain student focus and motivation
- Designed and implemented a variety of assessments to measure student progress toward standards and unit objectives
- Adjusted teaching strategies to meet diverse requirements of individualized support plans.
- Analyzed and utilized data to track student progress and inform instruction
- Developed detailed knowledge of school's mathematics scope and sequence for all related levels to better serve students.
- Supervised student teacher as a Cooperating Practitioner with Merrimack College
- Served on several school and district wide committees
Grade 3 Classroom Teacher
Lawrence Public Schools, Henry K. Oliver School
10.2012 - 06.2013
- Worked collaboratively with a team of teachers to design and implement the third-grade curriculum and lessons based on the Common Core Standards for ELL students who struggled with skill development and comprehension skills
- Utilized a variety of mediums and tools to differentiate instruction including MIMIO technology so that all learners could access the curriculum
- Administered Benchmark and standardized tests, ensuring that all necessary student accommodations were being made
- Attended follow-up Data Analysis meetings and Curriculum Planning Team (CPT) meetings utilizing a team approach to data driven instruction and planning
Lead Teacher-Math and Social Studies
Community Day Charter Public School
01.2012 - 10.2012
- Developed, evaluated, modified, and refined data driven curriculum and individualized instructional plans based on results of student achievement
- Analyzed data gathered from a range of assessments to utilize effective teaching practices relative to individual learning goals
- Wrote action plans based on data collection and analysis
- Designed and implemented Math and ELA intervention groups for students who were struggling with concepts
Grade 5 Classroom Teacher
Topsfield Public Schools
10.2007 - 06.2010
- Designed, planned, and implemented lessons in collaboration with special education teachers, team members, and math specialist for heterogeneously grouped inclusion classrooms of diverse learners using differentiated instruction and flexible grouping models
- Directed and supervised instructional assistants working in the classroom on a daily basis
- Implemented the Second Step and Steps to Respect Violence Prevention Programs into classroom.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Served on several school and district wide committees
Literacy Tutor K-3
Pentucket Regional School District
10.2004 - 05.2006
- Designed, prepared, and implemented instructional materials for small groups of students in primary grades who struggled with early literacy skills
- Worked collaboratively with Reading Specialist and classroom teachers to design lessons that supplemented and reinforced literacy skills
- Administered standardized tests and benchmark assessments including MCAS, DRA, TOWR, MAZE, Reading A-Z, and DIBELS.
- Interpreted and maintained detailed records of student progress
Grade 4 Classroom Teacher
North Andover Public Schools
09.1992 - 11.2000
- Worked collaboratively with special education teachers and teacher assistants to plan, design, and implement curriculum units using several collaborative teaching and inclusion models to provide for the learning styles and needs of all heterogeneously grouped students
- Supervised student teachers as a Cooperating Practitioner with Salem State College
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process
- Prepared materials and evaluated student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Served on several school and district wide committees
Education
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
University of Massachusetts
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science/Sociology
University of Massachusetts - Boston
Boston, MASkills
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management and Organizational Skills
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Leadership, Training and Mentoring
- Project Management
- Public Speaking and Presentation Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Interpersonal Communication
- Instructional Design
- Decision Making and Adaptability
- Technology and Computer Skills
- Multi-Tasking
Certification
- Director/Supervisor of Math Curriculum, 2023-present
- SEI (Sheltered English Endorsement) 2018-present
- License- Middle School Math 5-8, 2013-present
- License - Elementary Education 1-6, 1992-present
Timeline
Grade 7 Math Teacher
Danvers Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Middle School Math Teacher
Tewksbury Public Schools, John W. Wynn Middle School
08.2013 - 06.2023
Grade 3 Classroom Teacher
Lawrence Public Schools, Henry K. Oliver School
10.2012 - 06.2013
Lead Teacher-Math and Social Studies
Community Day Charter Public School
01.2012 - 10.2012
Grade 5 Classroom Teacher
Topsfield Public Schools
10.2007 - 06.2010
Literacy Tutor K-3
Pentucket Regional School District
10.2004 - 05.2006
Grade 4 Classroom Teacher
North Andover Public Schools
09.1992 - 11.2000
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
University of Massachusetts
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science/Sociology
University of Massachusetts - Boston
- Director/Supervisor of Math Curriculum, 2023-present
- SEI (Sheltered English Endorsement) 2018-present
- License- Middle School Math 5-8, 2013-present
- License - Elementary Education 1-6, 1992-present
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