KIM PINKAS
Hughesville,US
Summary
Early childhood education professional with proven track record in developing and implementing enriching lesson plans. Known for fostering collaborative and supportive classroom atmosphere, adapting to dynamic educational needs. Trusted team player with exceptional communication and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Inclusion Pre-K Teacher
CHARLES COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS, WALDORF
09.2022 - Current
- Enhancing student academic growth by using varied teaching strategies and techniques; included whole group, individual, small group and teacher modeling to provide a solid academic foundation and positive attitude toward education.
- Collaborated with educators to create inclusive classroom environments promoting student engagement.
- Advocated for necessary resources and support services to enhance student learning experiences.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance data, informing instructional decisions based on measurable evidence of progress toward goals.
CEO
Furever Safe Animal Rescue, Hughesville , Md
08.2016 - Current
- I run a successful non-profit organization that rescues animals from horrible situations. I solicit donations from the community. I work with community members for fundraisers and provide community service opportunities.
Kindergarten Teacher
Charles County Public Schools
08.2011 - 06.2022
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment to support emotional and social development.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to address individual student needs effectively.
- Utilized assessment tools to monitor student progress and adapt instructional strategies.
Program Analyst
WYLE, US
06.2009 - 06.2011
- Supported the NAVAIR Airworthiness Team (NAT) AIR-4.0P as a Program Analyst
- Supported team and program meetings as required: Wrote correspondence and meeting minutes and developed recommendations for action items and milestones
- Processed ECPs utilizing NAVAIR’s e.Power system, ensuring the proper personnel have reviewed and approved
- ECPs include aircraft, weapon and avionics systems which are prepared and processed in accordance with NAVAIRINST 4130.1C, MIL-STD-973, NAVAIRINST 00-25-300, and NAVAIRINST 5215.1D
- Supported the Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) F-35 System Development and Demonstration (SDD) Local Flight Clearance Authority, including coordination and staffing of flight clearance requests across various engineering disciplines
- Developed an understanding of the various aircraft systems throughout the test program and use that knowledge to
- Coordinated and staffed flight clearance requests across engineering disciplines
- Contributed to the seamless implementation of the airworthiness processes and procedures into the Joint Program Office (JPO)
- Participated in program level meetings to include: First Flight Readiness Reviews, Airworthiness Working Groups, JPO specific Planning Meetings, and ECP reviews
- As the JSF Collaborative Website administrator, managed the review and distribution of data for engineering review and approval
- Supported the JSF International Acceptance Working Group conferences by assisting the AIR-4.0P JSF Airworthiness Chief Engineer in providing US Navy airworthiness requirements for acceptance of the F-35 aircraft
- Responsible for compiling and formatting F/A-18, F-22 and V-22 flight data for comparative analysis by the Director, USN & USMC Airworthiness Office
- Provided weekly review of F-35 status reports; develop an Airworthiness impact assessment for the Director, USN & USMC Airworthiness Office; perform research and compilation of F-35 data for the NAVAIR Chief of Staff briefings
- Coordinated Foreign National Visit Requests in support of meetings at Patuxent River Naval Air Station including the coordination and liaison with the embassies of the United Kingdom and Italy
- Responsible for procuring visitor access to DoD installations, providing transportation within locale, and scheduling tours for foreign dignitaries.
ELEMENTARY TEACHER
ST. MARY’S ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, BRYANTOWN
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Second grade classroom teacher, designed and developed curriculum to meet the academic, intellectual and social needs of students
- Assessed student performance through anecdotal records, student-teacher conferencing, peer evaluation, checklists and student portfolios
- Contributed to the academic and social tone of the school through the consistent demonstration of professionalism and enthusiasm of the school community.
ELEMENTARY TEACHER
BERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, WALDORF
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Third grade and Fifth grade classroom teacher, engaged students in the learning process through the use of diverse manipulatives, literature, guest speakers, movies, and fine arts
- Encouraged students to take ownership of their education, enhanced student academic growth by using varied teaching strategies and techniques; included whole group, individual, small group and teacher modeling to provide a solid academic foundation and positive attitude toward education
- Fostered a sense of curiosity and a deeper understanding of varied subjects using thematic units within Math, Reading, Science, and Social Studies; developed themes on Japan, Temperate, Tropical and Polar Regions, weather and insects.
OFFICE MANAGER
DAKOTA RYAN PAINT AND WALL COVERING, BOWIE
01.1997 - 01.2000
- Coordinated and managed personnel, payroll, created estimates and bids on projects, developed proposals, quality assurance
- Fostered positive working relationships with clients, vendors and employees.
CONTRACTING ASSISTANT
HITT CONTRACTING COMPANY, MERRIFIELD
01.1991 - 01.1993
- Responsible for consecutive scheduling and management of high-end commercial paint and wall covering contracts as well as successful project bids, cost-coding and job set-ups, payroll, including certified payroll documents.
FIELD OFFICE MANAGER/PROJECT ASSISTANT
CENTENNIAL CONTRACTORS ENTERPRISES, INC., VIENNA
01.1989 - 01.1991
- As office manager, I served as company headquarters representative to all on-site contractors assigned to my field office of operation
- Responsibilities including oversight of overall Job Order Contracting operations, to include scheduling of all onsite company contractors, time card oversight and management, cost coding of materials and expended resources, contracts invoicing and receivables relating to the field office’s ongoing and planned projects, and management of payment requisitioning for the company’s American Institute of Architects (AIA) documentation.
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
THIBAULT CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, WASHINGTON
01.1986 - 01.1989
- Served as the EA to the President and CEO of a $40 million general contracting firm, responsible for maintaining all company account records, coordinating and scheduling all high level executive meetings, and coordinating and arranging all executive travel
- Managed the company’s accounts receivables, providing billing information to clients for project payments, tracking project expenditures, managing invoicing, and reconciling materials ordering and consumption against project installation reports.
TEACHERS ASSISTANT
DAVIS-THOMAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, DAVIS
01.1984 - 01.1985
- Served as part-time teaching assistant working with first-grade children as part of a Field Study with Garrett County Community College
- Assisted teachers in preparing class material, administering class assignments, and helping children with general needs within the classroom environment.
Education
Certification - PPW Candidate
Trinity Washington University
Washington, DC, US04.2024
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Leadership
Notre Dame of Maryland University
Baltimore, MD, US05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Human Studies/Education
St. Mary’s College of Maryland
US01.2001
Associates of Arts - General Studies
College of Southern Maryland
US01.2001
Skills
- Early Childhood Development
- Elementary Education
- Lesson Planning
- Curriculum Planning
- Classroom Management
- Fundraising
- Data Analysis
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Maryland State Teaching Certificate - Pre-K - 8, Secret, 10/22/2009, Fundamentals of V/STOL Aircraft Design with Emphasis on Joint Strike Fighter, DAU International Armaments Cooperation (IAC) Parts 1, 2 & 3, FAA Certification Procedures & Airworthiness Requirements as Applied to Military Procurement of Commercial Derivative Aircraft/Systems, True
Timeline
Inclusion Pre-K Teacher
CHARLES COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS, WALDORF
09.2022 - Current
CEO
Furever Safe Animal Rescue, Hughesville , Md
08.2016 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Charles County Public Schools
08.2011 - 06.2022
Program Analyst
WYLE, US
06.2009 - 06.2011
ELEMENTARY TEACHER
ST. MARY’S ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, BRYANTOWN
01.2007 - 01.2009
ELEMENTARY TEACHER
BERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, WALDORF
01.2005 - 01.2007
OFFICE MANAGER
DAKOTA RYAN PAINT AND WALL COVERING, BOWIE
01.1997 - 01.2000
CONTRACTING ASSISTANT
HITT CONTRACTING COMPANY, MERRIFIELD
01.1991 - 01.1993
FIELD OFFICE MANAGER/PROJECT ASSISTANT
CENTENNIAL CONTRACTORS ENTERPRISES, INC., VIENNA
01.1989 - 01.1991
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
THIBAULT CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, WASHINGTON
01.1986 - 01.1989
TEACHERS ASSISTANT
DAVIS-THOMAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, DAVIS
01.1984 - 01.1985
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Leadership
Notre Dame of Maryland University
Bachelor of Arts - Human Studies/Education
St. Mary’s College of Maryland
Associates of Arts - General Studies
College of Southern Maryland
Certification - PPW Candidate
Trinity Washington University