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Kimberly Castle

Vienna,MD

Summary

Experienced Teacher skilled in lesson planning, classroom management, and student assessment. Focused on enhancing learning experiences through educational technology and fostering collaborative environments that promote social and emotional growth.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

Dorchester County Public School
Cambridge , MD
08.1999 - Current
  • Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student needs and learning styles.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and teaching methodologies.
  • Implemented classroom management strategies to promote a positive learning environment.
  • Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
  • Utilized educational technology to support interactive learning experiences in the classroom.
  • Mentored new teachers by sharing best practices and instructional strategies.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
  • Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.

Eastern Shore RTTT Coach

MSDE
Annapolis, MD
06.2010 - 08.2011
  • Served as coach for Eastern Shore of Maryland on loan from DCPS to MSDE.
  • Guided teams of five teachers in developing problem-based learning projects utilizing GPS technology.
  • Traveled to each county to provide support and mentorship during project implementation.
  • Demonstrated grant-funded technology to enhance educational initiatives.
  • Developed and facilitated summer professional development sessions in 2010 and 2011 for participants.
  • Collaborated with state coaches to brainstorm and exchange innovative ideas for team application.

Education

+ 30 - Education

University of Phoenix
Online
02-2023

Master of Science -

Salisbury University
Salisbury, MD
12-2008

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Salisbury University
Salisbury, MD
08-1999

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Kutztown University
Kutztown Pennsylvania
12-1991

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Lesson planning
  • Student assessment
  • Classroom management
  • Educational technology
  • Subject matter expertise
  • Problem Based Learning
  • Critical thinking
  • Problem solving
  • Relationship building
  • Growth mindset

Certification

Certified to teach Science in Middle School

Affiliations

Team Leader 2019 - present

Timeline

Eastern Shore RTTT Coach

MSDE
06.2010 - 08.2011

Teacher

Dorchester County Public School
08.1999 - Current

+ 30 - Education

University of Phoenix

Master of Science -

Salisbury University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Salisbury University

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Kutztown University
Kimberly Castle