Kimberly Huckaby
Cleveland,OH
Summary
Results-oriented educator with expertise in lesson planning, ESL curriculum development, and data-driven instructional strategies. Proven track record in enhancing student learning and fostering collaboration among educators.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Secondary English/ESL Teacher
Cleveland Metropolitan School District
Cleveland, Ohio
07.2022 - Current
- Develop and implement standards-aligned lessons that scaffold academic content to English Learners’ proficiency levels.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers, specialists, and administrators to support ELs in ELD and mainstream courses; co-planned, co-taught, and consulted on instructional strategies to enhance student learning.
- Provided individual and small-group instruction and cultural/orientation support for newcomer students to facilitate their integration and academic success.
- Design and deliver school- and district-wide professional development for staff and administrators on English/ESL curriculum, standards alignment, and evidence-based strategies; present both live and virtually.
- Administer and interpret OELPA assessments to monitor progress, guide placement, and adjust instruction; maintain accurate records and compliance documentation.
- Engaged families as a liaison to strengthen home–school communication and increase awareness of district services, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Analyze student data with school leaders to determine progress, identify needs, and plan next steps for instruction and support.
Principal K-8
Cleveland Metropolitan School District
Cleveland, Ohio
07.1999 - 06.2010
- Led instructional and operational initiatives for a K–8 school, creating a safe and positive learning environment that supported student engagement.
- Implemented and monitored curriculum aligned to district standards, leveraging data to enhance student performance through research-based teaching practices.
- Hired, coached, and evaluated faculty and staff, designing and facilitating professional development and collaborative learning opportunities that strengthened instructional capacity.
- Directed operations and budgeting, facilities, safety procedures, and schoolwide systems.
- Built strong relationships with families, community partners, and district leadership; led instructional initiatives and curriculum adoptions in coordination with the central office.
Education
M.Ed. - Educational Administration
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH05-1999
Skills
- Curriculum development
- ESL support
- Teaching strategies
- Educational assessment
- Technology integration
- Data analysis
- Instructional leadership
- Plan implementation
- Professional development
- Building rapport
Timeline
Secondary English/ESL Teacher
Cleveland Metropolitan School District
07.2022 - Current
Principal K-8
Cleveland Metropolitan School District
07.1999 - 06.2010
M.Ed. - Educational Administration
Cleveland State University