Kimberly Graham
Miami,FL
Summary
Enthusiastic teacher with over a decade of experience. I have superb leadership and communication skills. I easily cultivate trusting and productive relationships with students, parents, teachers and administration. I maintain an organized and disciplined classroom environment devoted to student learning. I'm caring and compassionate in addressing individual student needs and promoting positive educational experiences.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Christ Fellowship Academy
Palmetto Bay, FL
08.2022 - Current
- Designing and following a complete teaching plan for individual and group instruction
- Committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for students
- Kept an open line of communication with families to ensure the best outcome for the students.
Homeschool Teacher
Home Studies Raeford
Raeford, NC
08.2018 - 05.2022
- Homeschooled my four children (including special needs and gifted) ranging from Pre-K to high school with various homeschool curriculums .
Second Grade Teacher
Rockfish Elementary School
Raeford, NC
01.2018 - 06.2018
- English Language Arts teacher for multiple classrooms
- Implemented the literacy program that I helped develop for the county several years prior
- Entered the classroom mid-year and implement behavior modification techniques with the class to improve the student’s academic and overall performance.
Kindergarten Teacher
Loma Vista Elementary School
Salinas, CA
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Created and executed lesson plans and activities
- Implemented the county standards and attended professional trainings to further my education within the district.
First Grade Teacher
Scurlock Elementary School
Raeford, NC
08.2013 - 12.2014
- County literacy training/developing specialist.
- Grade level representative for the Technology Committee. Lead school wide professional developments on effective technology integration in the classroom
- PTO President: organized all PTO events, meetings, fundraisers, and parent involvement.
Third Grade Teacher
Mary McArthur Elementary School
Fayetteville, NC
08.2012 - 06.2013
- Worked with team to create new county curriculum guidelines & lessons accommodating the transition and implementation of Common Core
- Worked on a team to organize school events and arts programs (PTO literacy nights, school musicals, school art shows, etc.).
Kindergarten Teacher
Fayetteville Christian School
Fayetteville, NC
07.2009 - 06.2012
- Implemented focused lessons for literacy readiness highlighting phonics, language comprehension and writing abilities.
- Attended educational conferences and teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
- Developed lesson plans consistent with established guidelines and goals.
Play Therapist/Supervisor
Building Blessings Early Childhood Intervention
Fayetteville, NC
08.2007 - 07.2009
- Provided in home services in speech, occupational, & physical therapy through play.
- Worked closely with the local CDSA to create and implement individualized educational programs for children with special needs.
- Became supervisor of the company and lead many trainings, meetings, and evaluations of a team of eight therapists.
Second Grade Teacher
Breezewood Christian School
Fayetteville , NC
01.2007 - 06.2007
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
- Used Abeka curriculum.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO05.2006
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Project Management
- Parent Communication
- Differentiated Learning Techniques
- Tutoring and After School Help
- Flexible and Adaptive
- CPR/First-aid Certified
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Modification
- Effectively Work With Parents
- Good Work Ethic
- Reliable & Trustworthy
Volunteer Work
Lead many community events with my church and military organizations. Board member for a nonprofit organization, Noonday Kitchen in Fayetteville, North Carolina.
References
REFERENCES Available Upon Request
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Christ Fellowship Academy
08.2022 - Current
Homeschool Teacher
Home Studies Raeford
08.2018 - 05.2022
Second Grade Teacher
Rockfish Elementary School
01.2018 - 06.2018
Kindergarten Teacher
Loma Vista Elementary School
08.2015 - 06.2016
First Grade Teacher
Scurlock Elementary School
08.2013 - 12.2014
Third Grade Teacher
Mary McArthur Elementary School
08.2012 - 06.2013
Kindergarten Teacher
Fayetteville Christian School
07.2009 - 06.2012
Play Therapist/Supervisor
Building Blessings Early Childhood Intervention
08.2007 - 07.2009
Second Grade Teacher
Breezewood Christian School
01.2007 - 06.2007
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Missouri State University
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