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Kimberley Coffman

Danville,Illinois

Summary

Dedicated Elementary School Teacher from Williamsport Elementary School, excelling in student engagement and classroom management. Proven track record in fostering academic and social growth, leveraging collaborative teamwork for a supportive learning environment. Skilled in integrating technology to enhance learning, with a commitment to continuous professional development. Achieved significant improvements in students' critical thinking and communication skills.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Elementary School Teacher

Williamsport Elementary School
08.2022 - Current
  • Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Taught core subjects of math, language arts, science, history, and writing.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Pursued professional development during school and summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
  • Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
  • Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.

Student Teaching Intern

Williamsport Elementary School
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Distributed tests, papers and homework assignments to 15 first grade student.
  • Maintained composed, professional demeanor in classroom situations.
  • Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
  • Facilitated 3o minute small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
  • Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
  • Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN
05-2022

Associate of Science -

Vincennes University
Vincennes, IN
08-2021

Skills

  • Student engagement
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Relationship building
  • Classroom management
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Time management

Certification

  • First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.

Timeline

Elementary School Teacher

Williamsport Elementary School
08.2022 - Current

Student Teaching Intern

Williamsport Elementary School
01.2022 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Indiana State University

Associate of Science -

Vincennes University
Kimberley Coffman