Kimberly Harriger
2nd Grade Teacher
Hammondsport,NY
Summary
Accomplished elementary school teacher successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development. Driven to continue to learn and grow professionally. Understands and implements new technologies and teaching strategies.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
2nd Grade Teacher
Newfield Elementary School
08.2021 - Current
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Sourced supplies to fill gaps in student activities.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes
- Developed problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting challenges to boost self-esteem and performance
Long Term Substitute (4th Grade)
Ridge Road Elementary School
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
- Taught in hybrid environment where half students were in attendance online rather than in class.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives
- Incorporated technology into learning to enhance student engagement and learning
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs
- Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction
2nd Grade Teacher
Eisenhower Elementary School
06.2016 - 06.2020
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Sourced supplies to fill gaps in student activities.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- 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.
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
- Attended local sporting and extracurricular events to support students outside of classroom.
- Served on the Student Intervention Team (SIT) to help colleagues find and implement interventions to improve academic and behavioral progress.
8th Grade Special Education Teacher
Wellington Middle School
08.2013 - 06.2016
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
4th Grade Teacher
Endeavour Elementary School
08.2010 - 12.2012
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Developed problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting challenges to boost self-esteem and performance.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Sourced supplies to fill gaps in student activities.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Taught life-skills aiding students related to self-care, hygiene, and personal pride.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL 01.2006 - 06.2010
Skills
Technology Integration
Materials Sourcing
Team Collaboration
Proficient in Google Suite
Classroom Management
Differentiated Instruction
Differentiated Instruction
Safety Awareness
Activity Planning
Group and Individual Instruction
Standardized Tests
Timeline
2nd Grade Teacher
Newfield Elementary School
08.2021 - Current
Long Term Substitute (4th Grade)
Ridge Road Elementary School
08.2020 - 06.2021
2nd Grade Teacher
Eisenhower Elementary School
06.2016 - 06.2020
8th Grade Special Education Teacher
Wellington Middle School
08.2013 - 06.2016
4th Grade Teacher
Endeavour Elementary School
08.2010 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Central Florida
01.2006 - 06.2010