Kim McLaughlin
Ashburn,VA
Summary
Compassionate retired educator with over 25 years of experience in elementary and ESL classrooms, specializing in creating safe, engaging environments for children of diverse backgrounds. Adept at quickly building rapport and providing calming, age-appropriate activities. Seeking to leverage extensive childcare expertise to support families by providing high-quality care for children during parental medical appointments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Classroom and ESL Teacher
Loudoun County Public Schools
Loudoun County
08.2008 - 06.2025
- Facilitated cultural immersion and academic integration for ESL students and their families, providing guidance on navigating the U.S. school system and local community resources
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to enhance language acquisition and retention.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student participation and confidence.
- Supported language development for non-native speakers by providing small group sessions tailored to individual needs.
- Developed a welcoming classroom environment that encouraged cultural exchange between students from diverse backgrounds, fostering mutual understanding and respect among classmates.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Studies
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05-1988
Skills
- Empathy and patience
- Student assessment
- Teaching english
- Classroom management
- Cross-cultural communication
Timeline
Elementary Classroom and ESL Teacher
Loudoun County Public Schools
08.2008 - 06.2025
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Studies
San Diego State University