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Kimberly Giffin

Kimberly Giffin

Jeannette,PA

Summary

Enthusiastic Teacher with 3 years of experience instructing students with wide range of learning abilities. Committed to creating motivational and collaborative learning environments that encourage social and emotional growth. Strategic in blending organizational skills thorough educational background. Works well with children, parents, colleagues and supervisors.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Subject Teacher

Esso
Greensburg, PA
05.2023 - Current
  • Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
  • Assisted with classroom management issues when needed.
  • Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to ensure student success.
  • Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
  • Ensured that each student had access to appropriate materials and resources.
  • Created an environment conducive to learning while managing challenging behaviors.
  • Promoted a safe and secure atmosphere within the classroom setting.
  • Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles.
  • Integrated technology into lessons whenever possible.
  • Provided feedback on assignments or projects given by the regular teacher.
  • Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
  • Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
  • Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
  • Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
  • Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
  • Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
  • Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
  • Managed high school classrooms during teacher absences.
  • Monitored appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.
  • Maintained classroom order and enforced school and class rules.
  • Supervised students during recess, break times and dismissal periods to prevent injuries and fights.
  • Took attendance and maintained attendance records during period as substitute.
  • Left notes for head teacher about notable students, events and problems.
  • Distributed worksheets and homework assignments from head teacher to assist with classroom operations.
  • Led or moderated classroom discussions and guided exploratory thought.
  • Operated computers or audio-visual aids to supplement class presentations.
  • Addressed rowdy and uncooperative students by speaking firmly and informing head teacher of transgressions.
  • Showed Powerpoint Presentations, videos and interactive websites to aid students with comprehension.

Seton Hill Childcare Services Teacher Assistant

Seton Hill Childcare Services
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • I would assist the teacher when she needed assistance, when taking the children outside or when she needed assistance in the room
  • If she was not there for a day, I would be able to run the classroom for her while she was out, I would have another teacher in the room with me I was never the sole teacher of the classroom
  • I would help her make the lessons for the classroom and I would help her deliver the classrooms as well
  • I would also take documentation on the students as we had 10 kids in the classroom, and I was responsible for 5 of those students
  • This was when I was part of the toddler room
  • Now when I was part of the preschool room, I had the same responsibilities just had more kids
  • I would have 10 kids and not 5 kids, but the responsibilities were the same.

Chick-fil-A Manager

Chick-fil-A
01.2002 - 01.2016
  • I would work in all areas of the store, I would work in the kitchen, and I would work out on the front line working with the customers
  • I would also count the money and do all the paperwork at night as well
  • I would open the store and close the store as well
  • I would oversee running the shifts.

Fairfield Inn and Suites Desk Clerk

Fairfield Inn and Suites
01.1999 - 01.2011
  • I was to answer phones, take care of the guests when they were at the hotel
  • I was also to check people in and out
  • I would do the paperwork that needed to be done
  • I would handle all the guest issues if there were any.

Education

BA in Science Early Childhood Education Special Education -

Grand Canyon University
06.2023

Southmoreland Sr Highschool
06.2002

Skills

  • Student Engagement
  • Lesson Plan Making
  • Special Education
  • Administration Skills
  • Google Suite
  • Microsoft Office
  • Social Media
  • Virtual Meeting Coordination
  • Organization skills
  • Delegation
  • Grading
  • Maintaining attendance records
  • Planning and preparing lessons
  • Scheduling
  • Classroom Management
  • Communication Skills
  • Enthusiasm
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem Solving

Hobbies and Interests

  • Reading
  • Crafting
  • Spending time with my family.
  • Planting flowers.

Timeline

Subject Teacher

Esso
05.2023 - Current

Seton Hill Childcare Services Teacher Assistant

Seton Hill Childcare Services
01.2018 - 01.2020

Chick-fil-A Manager

Chick-fil-A
01.2002 - 01.2016

Fairfield Inn and Suites Desk Clerk

Fairfield Inn and Suites
01.1999 - 01.2011

BA in Science Early Childhood Education Special Education -

Grand Canyon University

Southmoreland Sr Highschool
Kimberly Giffin