kim Szajka
Columbia,SC
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Scott County Schools Board of Education, adept at fostering student engagement and critical thinking. Skilled in differentiated instruction and classroom management, I successfully implemented innovative lesson plans that enhanced learning experiences and built strong relationships with students and parents, promoting a supportive educational environment.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Scott County Schools Board of Education
Georgetown, KY
06.2005 - 06.2021
- Implemented engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles and fostered student interest.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects that enhanced student learning experiences.
- Facilitated extracurricular activities that promoted teamwork, leadership, and personal development among students.
- Conducted regular student assessments to monitor progress and adapt teaching strategies accordingly.
- Established a positive classroom culture by encouraging student participation and mutual respect.
- Integrated technology into lessons to enhance student engagement and prepare them for a digital future.
- Organized parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and address any concerns.
- Designed and adapted curriculum materials to align with state standards and individual student needs.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay updated on best teaching practices.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning activities.
- Mentored new teachers by sharing resources and providing guidance on classroom management techniques.
- Maintained a safe and orderly classroom by implementing effective behavior management strategies.
- Developed lesson evaluations to assess effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
- Created a classroom library that encouraged reading and supported literacy development among students.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Georgetown College
Scott County Ky06.2005
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Growth mindset
- Public speaking
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Student-centered learning
- Curriculum implementation
- Small group instruction
- Technology integration
- Group instruction
- Classroom technology
- Student rapport
- Community involvement
- Elementary education
- Learning assessments
- Alternative learning methods
- Empathy and patience
- Student motivation
- Parent and teacher conferences
Timeline
Teacher
Scott County Schools Board of Education
06.2005 - 06.2021
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Georgetown College