Kimberly Conklin
Howard Beach
Summary
Dedicated and experienced educator with a strong background in teaching Spanish and English as a Second/New Language. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment and helping students reach their full potential. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
P.S. 232
08.2008 - Current
- Responsible for teaching the Spanish language and culture to grades K-8 including gifted and special education classes
- Developed and implemented Spanish curriculum for diverse student groups
- Successfully prepared students for NYSESLAT and Spanish Language Proficiency exams
- Created engaging lesson plans that increased student participation
- Managed Google Classroom and other digital tools for remote and hybrid learning.
Teacher
P.S. 575M ENL Saturday Academy
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Provided extra services to ESL students ages 16-21, including planning lessons, assessments, and supervising field trips
- Maintained student records, grades, and Google Classroom activities
- Enhanced learning outcomes by integrating technology into lesson plans.
Scorer
Strategic Management (Remote)
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Scored New York State ELA and Math state tests via an online format
- Maintained accuracy and consistency in test scoring.
Teacher of ESL After School Program
P.S. 232Q
11.2010 - 05.2019
- Provided extra services to ESL students ages 7-13, focusing on NYSESLAT and state exam preparation
- Increased student test scores by implementing targeted instructional strategies.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Teacher
P.S. 152Q
08.2007 - 08.2008
- Taught self-contained ESL Kindergarten and after-school programs, preparing students for state tests
- Administered the NYSESLAT and facilitated the Teacher’s College Reading and Writing Project
- Successfully adapted teaching methods for special education students.
Education
Master of Science in Education - TESOL
State University of New York College at Fredonia
Fredonia, NYBachelor of Arts - Spanish
State University of New York College at Fredonia
Fredonia, NYSkills
- TESOL certified
- Bilingual: English and Spanish
- Proficient in Google Classroom and remote learning tools
- Familiar with Teacher’s College Reading and Writing Project
- Strong classroom management skills
- Effective communicator and team collaborator
- Small Group Instruction
- SMART Board aptitude
- Social-Emotional Learning training
- Classroom Instruction
Certification
- Early Childhood (Birth-2) - Initial
- Childhood Education (1-6) - Professional
- Spanish 7-12 - Professional
- TESOL - Professional
Timeline
Teacher
P.S. 575M ENL Saturday Academy
03.2024 - 06.2024
Scorer
Strategic Management (Remote)
05.2023 - 06.2023
Teacher of ESL After School Program
P.S. 232Q
11.2010 - 05.2019
Teacher
P.S. 232
08.2008 - Current
Teacher
P.S. 152Q
08.2007 - 08.2008
Master of Science in Education - TESOL
State University of New York College at Fredonia
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
State University of New York College at Fredonia
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