KIMBERLY DARES
Dracut,MA
Summary
I am a talented teacher with an exceptional ability to establish cooperative, professional relationships with students, parents, staff, and administration. I am a clear communicator who prioritizes students' success, as well as their holistic development.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
General Education Teacher
Dutile Elementary School
09.2006 - Current
- Instructed up to 25 students individually and in groups
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
- Participated in the Response to Intervention team for the last 6 years
- Created and facilitated implementation of individual students' interventions
- Met and communicated regularly with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress
- Observed and evaluated students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health
- Encouraged interactive learning by incorporating educational software and the Internet
- Planned and implemented creative lessons in accordance with district, county, state and federal guidelines
- Pursued professional development continually by attending educational conferences and teacher training workshops
- Developed IEPs and 504s
- Completed training courses to keep up-to-date with new teaching methods and developments in the field
- Took part in professional organizations and continuing education courses
- Cooperated with parents to support students' learning and healthy development in school and at home.
Lead Preschool Teacher
Knowledge Beginnings Learning Co.
12.1999 - 08.2006
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities
- Established daily routines that were easy for the children to follow
- Nurtured a supportive learning environment
- Supervised staff members and organized schedules in the absence of the Director
Substitute Teacher
Dutile Elementary School
11.2005 - 06.2006
- Supervised an average of 25 students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, and in the schoolyard
- Planned and implemented creative lessons in accordance with district, county, state and federal guidelines
- Completed and filed all necessary paperwork for classroom activities, including meal count sheets and attendance logs
- Drafted lesson plans and submitted them for review and feedback in a timely manner
- Created a classroom environment in which children could learn respect for themselves and others
- Cooperated with parents to support students' learning and healthy development in school and at home.
Education
Master of Science - Reading Specialist
Fitchburg State College
Fitchburg, MA01.2010
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Salem State College
Salem, MA01.2006
Skills
- Massachusetts Teaching License with PBIS training and SEI endorsment
- Elementary, Early Childhood Education
- Strong written and verbal communicator
- Works well collaboratively
- Highly knowledgeable in the RTI process
- Always has the best interest of the students in mind
- Familiar with the research and decision process necessary in choosing a district-wide curriculum program
- Highly knowledgeable in Google Apps, Microsoft Office, and other technology-based curriculum enhancements
- one-on-one mentoring with district teachers as well as mentoring student teacher practicums
- Schedule Management
Timeline
General Education Teacher
Dutile Elementary School
09.2006 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Dutile Elementary School
11.2005 - 06.2006
Lead Preschool Teacher
Knowledge Beginnings Learning Co.
12.1999 - 08.2006
Master of Science - Reading Specialist
Fitchburg State College
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Salem State College
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