Kimberly Gerdes
Stow,OH
Summary
Accomplished educator with a proven track record at Revere Local Schools, enhancing student comprehension and engagement through innovative project-based learning and collaborative strategies. Excelled in adapting teaching methods to diverse learning styles, significantly boosting reading comprehension and critical thinking skills. Highly qualified with over 30 years in classroom environments.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Grade 6 ELA Teacher
Revere Local Schools
Bath, Ohio
08.1995 - 06.2024
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
Tutor Part Time Summer
Sylvan Learning Center
Twinsburg, Ohio
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
- Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
- Conducted group tutoring sessions to help students engage active learning and critical thinking skills.
Chapter 1/ESEA Tutor Grades 3,4,5
Akron Public Schools
McEbright Elementary Akron, Ohio
08.1994 - 06.1995
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing personalized teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback and support.
- Maintained tutoring records to adjust instruction and update parents on student progress.
Education
Master of Education - Elementary Education 1-8 Reading Specialization
Kent State University
Kent, Ohio08.1998
Skills
- Reading Comprehension
- Literary Analysis
- Project-based learning
- Problem-solving skills
- Collaborative learning
- Response-to-intervention understanding
Timeline
Tutor Part Time Summer
Sylvan Learning Center
04.2022 - 08.2023
Grade 6 ELA Teacher
Revere Local Schools
08.1995 - 06.2024
Chapter 1/ESEA Tutor Grades 3,4,5
Akron Public Schools
08.1994 - 06.1995
Master of Education - Elementary Education 1-8 Reading Specialization
Kent State University