Kimberly Johnson
Dalzell,SC
Summary
Professional educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Sumter School District
08.2016 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
Accounting Clerk
Westside Baptist Church & Academy
06.2015 - 08.2016
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
- Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
- Assisted in payroll processing tasks such as timesheet validation, overtime calculation, benefits administration, and tax deductions.
Childcare Coordinator
YMCA Of Sumter
08.2014 - 04.2015
- Enhanced children''s development by implementing age-appropriate activities and learning modules.
- Ensured compliance with health, safety, and licensing regulations by conducting regular inspections and taking corrective actions when necessary.
- Backed up staff by assisting with difficult behavioral situations.
- Protected children and staff by maintaining strict standards of cleaning, sanitation and hygiene.
- Streamlined daily operations for better efficiency in childcare routines and scheduling.
- Supervised staff members by providing continuous feedback and support, leading to a high-performing team of childcare providers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of South Carolina Upstate
Sumter, SC05-2009
Associate of Science - Computer
Central Carolina Technical College
Sumter05-2008
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Growth mindset
- Student-centered learning
Accomplishments
Read to Success endorsement
Completed 1st year of LETRS endorsement
Attended:
- Ron Clark Academy, Atlanta, Ga
- Innovative School Summit, New York, New York
Certification
- Early Childhood Educator Certificate – National Association for the Education of Young Children.
- Read to Succeed Endorsement
Timeline
Teacher
Sumter School District
08.2016 - Current
Accounting Clerk
Westside Baptist Church & Academy
06.2015 - 08.2016
Childcare Coordinator
YMCA Of Sumter
08.2014 - 04.2015
- Early Childhood Educator Certificate – National Association for the Education of Young Children.
- Read to Succeed Endorsement
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of South Carolina Upstate
Associate of Science - Computer
Central Carolina Technical College
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