Summary
Overview
Work History
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Kimberly Dant

Lead ESOL Teacher
Calhou,GA

Summary

Resourceful English as Second Language Teacher with Curriculum and Instruction degree and commitment to delivering exceptional learning experiences. Challenged students with rigorous coursework and engaged them with exposure to cultural vignettes. Superb communications skills and dedication to students leading to positive results.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Lead ESOL Teacher

Calhoun Middle
Calhoun, Georgia
08.2021 - 10.2022
  • Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
  • Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
  • Collaborated with teachers and department heads to meet quarterly and yearly educational goals.
  • Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
  • Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
  • Assisted department head in establishing daily schedules, curriculum and ESL activities.

Third Grade Teacher

Calhoun Elementary
Calhoun, Georgia
08.2018 - 08.2021
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
  • Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.

Third Grade Teacher

Elementary Belwood
Calhoun, Georgia
08.2015 - 06.2018
  • Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.

Education

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Dalton State College
Dalton, GA
08.1993 - 06.1994

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA
08.1995 - 06.1997

Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction

Thomas University
Thomasville, GA
01.2020 - 07.2021

Skills

ESOL Endorsement

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Accomplishments

Fire Starter Award- For Evaluating Data

Teacher Leader Award-For completing and implementing technology in the classroom

Timeline

Lead ESOL Teacher

Calhoun Middle
08.2021 - 10.2022

Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction

Thomas University
01.2020 - 07.2021

Third Grade Teacher

Calhoun Elementary
08.2018 - 08.2021

Third Grade Teacher

Elementary Belwood
08.2015 - 06.2018

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

University of West Georgia
08.1995 - 06.1997

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Dalton State College
08.1993 - 06.1994
Kimberly DantLead ESOL Teacher