Kimberly A. Steele
Redmond,WA
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Chestnut Montessori, excelling in curriculum development and strategic planning. Proven ability to enhance student engagement through innovative teaching methods and effective communication. Skilled in speech and language assessment, fostering a supportive learning environment while driving educational success.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Ardmore Elementary/Jackson High School
Mill Creek, WA
01.2016 - Current
- Assisted learning the Cascade Behavioral Program.
- Kept track of all pertinent student data.
- Modified curriculum to meet the needs of students, kept students on task, and assisted with coping strategies.
Lead Teacher
Chestnut Montessori
Kirkland, WA
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Organized and taught after school and summer school program.
- Assisted in curriculum development.
Sales Associate
Nordstrom
Bellevue, WA
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Customer relations, one-on-one customer appointments, coordinated and assisted with special events.
- Marketing strategies, new product initiatives, and driving sales.
- 2016 Pace Setter, #2 nationally in the company.
Lead Educator/Administrator
P2 Learning Institute
Marysville, WA
01.2006 - 01.2013
- Developed and delivered educational curriculum.
- Responsible for planning and scheduling educational activities, communication with parents, and reordering supplies.
Lead Teacher
Children’s World
Mukilteo, WA
01.2003 - 01.2006
- Worked in Kindergarten Enrichment program and taught Private Kindergarten.
- Developed and presented curriculum, planned educational activities, and fostered open communication with parents.
Speech and Language Assistant
Granite Falls School District
Granite Falls, WA
01.1997 - 01.2002
- Speech and Language Assistant grades 4 – 12, ECAP Preschool Paraprofessional, Special Education Paraprofessional, and School District Substitute Coordinator.
- Worked in small groups or individually on articulation, taught communication skills, and assisted in educational activities.
Education
Right Response Advanced Certification -
Everett Community College
Everett, WA01.2016
C.R.L.A. Master Tutoring Certificate -
Everett Community College
Everett, WA01.2003
Paraprofessional Training 1 - 11 -
Everett Community College
Everett, WA01.2001
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Basic ASL communication
- Training and development
- Administrative support
- Inventory analysis
- Curriculum development
- Computer proficiency
- Speech and language assessment
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Ardmore Elementary/Jackson High School
01.2016 - Current
Lead Teacher
Chestnut Montessori
01.2016 - 01.2019
Sales Associate
Nordstrom
01.2013 - 01.2016
Lead Educator/Administrator
P2 Learning Institute
01.2006 - 01.2013
Lead Teacher
Children’s World
01.2003 - 01.2006
Speech and Language Assistant
Granite Falls School District
01.1997 - 01.2002
Right Response Advanced Certification -
Everett Community College
C.R.L.A. Master Tutoring Certificate -
Everett Community College
Paraprofessional Training 1 - 11 -
Everett Community College