Kimberly Jenkins
Clinton,SC
Summary
Experienced educator specializing in student behavior management and individualized instruction. Cultivates positive learning environments that stimulate creativity and curiosity. Leverages over 25 years in early childhood education to implement inquiry-based learning and foster effective parent communication, tailoring lesson plans to meet diverse student needs.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Laurens County School District 56
Clinton, South Carolina
08.2000 - Current
- Fostered creativity and curiosity by developing engaging lesson plans for students.
- Enhanced interactive learning experiences with educational technology tools to boost student participation and understanding.
- Monitored student development through assessments and tailored teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
- Implemented individualized lessons to address the unique needs of each student.
- Cultivated exploration in positive classroom environment through supportive interactions that fostered student engagement.
- Set clear expectations for classroom behavior and routines to maintain order.
Teacher
Laurens County School District 55
Laurens, SC
08.1990 - 07.2000
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve instructional skills.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
Education
Master of Education - Teaching And Learning
Clemson University
Clemson, SC08-2016
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Erskine College
Due West, SC05-1990
Skills
- Individualized instruction
- Student behavior management
- Inquiry-based learning
- Parent communication
- Creativity development
- Cultural awareness
- Team building
- Empathy and patience
Certification
South Carolina Teaching Certificate 161890
Affiliations
Active current member of Ora A.R.P. Church - current president of Women's Ministries, seasonal member of church choir, Nursery assistant, Sabbath School teacher
Member of Laurens County Literacy Association
Member of Ora Community Club
Member of Laurens County Literacy Association
Member of Ora Community Club
Timeline
Teacher
Laurens County School District 56
08.2000 - Current
Teacher
Laurens County School District 55
08.1990 - 07.2000
Master of Education - Teaching And Learning
Clemson University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Erskine College