Kimberly DeCastillia
Portsmouth,VA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
2nd Grade Teacher
Portsmouth Public Schools
09.2023 - Current
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
ESL Teacher
Portsmouth Public Schools
09.2021 - 06.2023
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Coached students on English pronunciation and intonation for eloquent conversation.
- Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities.
3rd Grade Teacher
Portsmouth Public Schools
09.2019 - 06.2021
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
Pre-K Teacher
Norfolk Public Schools
09.2017 - 06.2019
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
2nd Grade Teacher Assistant
Suffolk Public Schools
09.2010 - 06.2016
- Met departmental and program deadlines to drive contractual compliance with reporting requirements.
- Assisted with building positive relations with family members, community members and funding agencies.
- Helped maintain physical classroom and school property.
- Assisted teaching staff in preparation of lessons, materials and equipment.
Education
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education PreK-3rd
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA12.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA12.2008
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Paul D. Camp Community College
Suffolk06.2006
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Technology Integration
- Problem-Solving Skills
- MS Office
- Time Management
- Conflict Management
Timeline
2nd Grade Teacher
Portsmouth Public Schools
09.2023 - Current
ESL Teacher
Portsmouth Public Schools
09.2021 - 06.2023
3rd Grade Teacher
Portsmouth Public Schools
09.2019 - 06.2021
Pre-K Teacher
Norfolk Public Schools
09.2017 - 06.2019
2nd Grade Teacher Assistant
Suffolk Public Schools
09.2010 - 06.2016
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education PreK-3rd
Old Dominion University
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Old Dominion University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Paul D. Camp Community College
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