KIMBERLY HENSON
Syracuse,UT
Summary
Position as a Secondary Assistant Principal in Davis School District.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Secondary Administrative Intern
Davis School District
05.2023 - Current
- 504 Coordinator
- AEC Coordinator for all Standardized Tests (ACT, AP, ASPIRE, NAEP, Practice ACT, PSAT, and WIDA)
- Responsible for faculty and student recognition
- LEA for student Eligibilities and IEPs
- Help with school discipline
- Assign and respond to SafeUT Tips
- Oversee Advisory Curriculum, Canvas help for faculty, Clubs, Foreign Exchange Students, New Teachers, and Yearbook
- Supervise in-school and after school activities
- Collaborate with parents and students to coordinate school events
- Advise principal on student attendance and behavior
- Manage student discipline matters such as coordinating parent meetings to comply with district and legal policies
- Supervise extracurricular activities and events
- Cultivate positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers
- Train teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification
- Perform teacher evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness
- Maintain school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance
Concurrent Enrollment French Teacher
Davis School District and Weber State University
08.2014 - 05.2023
- In conjunction with Weber State University, provided opportunities for students to earn elective university credit while still in high school
- Communicated with students in French to foster oral proficiency
- Facilitated learning of French language using variety of instructional methods, resources and technological tools
- Collaborated on and implemented innovative pedagogical initiatives that focused on student-first, hands-on and experiential learning to foster French instruction
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula
Associate Faculty Member
University of Phoenix College of Education
11.2013 - 10.2023
- Taught online master’s level courses to educators preparing to work with students with exceptional learning needs, exploring 13 categories of disabilities, and foundations of Special Education
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation
- Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction
- Assessed students' progress and provided feedback to enhance learning
- Conducted engaging in-class discussions to facilitate learning and encourage participation
Department Chair/High School French Teacher
Davis School District
08.2008 - 05.2023
- Designed curriculum to meet learning institution requirements and instill comprehensive knowledge of French language and culture in students. Created and developed French classes for full language program at Syracuse High School
- Provided insightful planning and instruction of students using variety of teaching aids
- Used motivation and implementation strategies to engage students in active learning
- Facilitated learning of French language using variety of instructional methods, resources and technological tools
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies
- Facilitated department meetings to develop and update course curricula
Special Education Teacher
Davis School District
08.2007 - 06.2011
- Responsible for teaching reading, transition skills, and applied skills to students with mild/moderate disabilities and advocated for students
- Maintained all Individualized Education Program (IEP) paperwork for students on caseload, wrote goals, and monitored progress for all students in classroom
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals
- Modified general education curriculum for students with special needs using various instructional techniques and technologies
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts
Learning Center Teacher
Davis School District
08.2006 - 06.2007
- Worked with students with behavior issues and learning disabilities, taught English, Reading, Science, History, Math, and Applied Skills to students
- Maintained IEP paperwork, worked with parents and administrators
- Coordinated with all teachers of students at Layton High School
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals
Student Teacher
Davis School District
01.2006 - 06.2006
- Student taught in both French and Special Education
- Learned basics of teaching in both general and special education classrooms
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs
Education
Graduate Certificate - Educational Leadership
Weber State University
Ogden, UT12.2022
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Weber State University
Ogden, UT05.2006
Bachelor of Arts - French Teaching And Special Education
Weber State University
Ogden, UT05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Recreation Management
Brigham Young University
Provo UT12.1998
Skills
- Pays attention to detail, problem solver, and prioritizes time management
- Bilingual, capable, creative, resilient, responsible, and life-long learner
- Communicator and Organized
- Faculty Support
- Discipline Management
- Relationship Building and Networking
- Parent Engagement and Communication
- Interpersonal Strengths
- Behavioral Intervention
- Community Engagement
- Team Collaboration
- Administrative Tasks
Endorsements
- 2009-2010, Utah Special Education No Child Left Behind Highly Qualified in Language Arts
- 2007-2008, Utah Advanced Reading Endorsement
- 2007-2008, Utah Reading Endorsement
- 2006-2007, Utah English as a Second Language
- 2006, Utah French
- 2006, Utah Mild/Moderate Disabilities
Awards Accomplishments
- Requested by students to be the Multicultural Club Advisor 2022-2023
- Global Education Ambassador for Education First (EF) Tours from February 2020 - September 2023
- University of Phoenix Faculty 500 Award winner for the 2020-2021 school year
- Davis School District Remote Teacher of the Week in May 2020
Leadership Positions
- 2023, Secondary Administrative Intern, Viewmont High School. Responsibilities include what is listed above.
- 2009 - 2023, World Language Department Chair, Syracuse High School. Oversaw department meetings, attend district meetings, attended meetings with school administration, mentor teachers, created department teaching schedules, coordinated with administration, teachers, and district personnel.
- 2007-2008, Special Education Department Chair, Syracuse High School. Oversaw department meetings, attended district meetings, mentored teachers, planned teaching schedules, learned new protocols and implementation of new laws, and shared with department, worked with paperwork assistant to ensure student IEPs and other paperwork complied with the law, tested all students who needed testing for reevaluation services, and organized the first Davis School District Transition Fair.
Extracurricular Activities
2022 - 2023, Multicultural Club Advisor, Syracuse High School
2014 - 2023, French Club Advisor, Syracuse High School
2015-2016, Student Government Advisor, Syracuse High School
2014-2019, Cheerleading Advisor and Coach, Syracuse High School
2008-2013, Student Government Advisor, Syracuse High School
Timeline
Secondary Administrative Intern
Davis School District
05.2023 - Current
Concurrent Enrollment French Teacher
Davis School District and Weber State University
08.2014 - 05.2023
Associate Faculty Member
University of Phoenix College of Education
11.2013 - 10.2023
Department Chair/High School French Teacher
Davis School District
08.2008 - 05.2023
Special Education Teacher
Davis School District
08.2007 - 06.2011
Learning Center Teacher
Davis School District
08.2006 - 06.2007
Student Teacher
Davis School District
01.2006 - 06.2006
Graduate Certificate - Educational Leadership
Weber State University
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Weber State University
Bachelor of Arts - French Teaching And Special Education
Weber State University
Bachelor of Science - Recreation Management
Brigham Young University
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