Kimberly Leath
Wake Forest,NC
Summary
Demonstrated expertise in implementing evidence-based interventions through data-driven instruction, achieving an 80% progress rate among students. Skilled in fostering collaboration among teachers, facilitating professional development, and ensuring alignment with educational standards to meet diverse student needs.
Overview
1
1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Intervention Teacher
Forest Pines Drive Elementary School
Raleigh, NC
12.2021 - 06.2023
- Implemented Tier III interventions in math and reading based on student data and intervention plans, resulting in targeted support for kindergarten through fifth grade students
- Used data to create and deliver Tier II interventions for flexible groups with students in kindergarten through fifth grade in reading and math
- Achieved PDP goal of 80% of students making progress as measured through STAR Math and mClass data
- Set clear goals and objectives, tracked improvement, and communicated progress to parents, teachers, and students, fostering collaboration and engagement
- Created a safe, enthusiastic learning environment through differentiated, game-based, and personalized learning strategies, enhancing student participation and motivation
Literacy Coach/Title I Reading Teacher
North Ridge Elementary School
Raleigh, NC
08.2009 - 06.2014
- Facilitated school-wide mClass assessments in reading and math, ensuring timely completion and data collection
- Trained second grade teachers on administering mClass assessments, running reports and implementing interventions
- Analyzed data and implemented interventions based on mClass data
- Collaborated with second-grade team to plan instruction and implement targeted interventions for student improvement
- Provide model literacy lessons to Kindergarten through Second grade teachers
- Lead staff development on literacy assessment and literacy best practices
- Coordinated Dibels administration school-wide, training teachers and staff on effective universal screening practices
First Grade Teacher
Sanford Creek Elementary School
Rolesville, NC
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Collaborated with grade level PLT to write and implement Readers and Writers Workshop units of study based
- Delivered engaging lessons in classroom using digital resources to enhance student learning
- Developed and implemented management techniques to support student growth at individual levels
Reading Specialist
Allenwood Elementary School
Temple Hills, MD
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Developed and implemented an accelerated reading program to fourth and sixth grade students based on individual needs.
- Facilitated staff development workshops on word walls, literacy centers, and differentiated instruction, enhancing teachers' skills in implementing and analyzing running records and DRA's
- Conducted research to identify and curate effective classroom materials and activities, supporting diverse literacy needs
- Planned and modeled lessons for Pre-kindergarten through second grade teachers
Title I and Classroom Teacher
Moncure School
Moncure, NC
01.1999 - 01.2007
- Instructed at-risk first and second grade students in reading through in-school pull-out program, fostering family engagement through partnership with Intercede to Succeed
- Developed and implemented small group reading instruction for kindergarten through eighth grade students using pull-out and inclusion in a Title I reading program
- Implemented the North Carolina Standard Course of Study for first and second grade in the classroom
- Facilitated family literacy nights, equipping parents with strategies to support children's reading development at home
- Communicated with colleagues and families regarding individual student progress, difficulties and achievements
- Recruited and trained community volunteers, providing lesson plans for tutoring students in reading and math from first through eighth grade
Education
Masters - Literacy Education
University of North Carolina
Chapel Hill, North Carolina01-2005
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
East Stroudsburg University
East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania01-1998
Skills
- Tier III support
- Data-driven instruction
- Assessment Coordination
- Lesson differentiation
- Adaptive Teaching
- Student Engagement
- Teacher collaboration
- Professional
- Problem-solving
- Learning Objectives
- Communication Skills
Certification
- NATIONAL BOARD CERTIFICATION, 2006
- Early Childhood Generalist
- TEACHING LICENSE
- North Carolina
- 1999-2027
Awards & Achievements
TEACHER OF THE YEAR, Moncure School, 2003, 2005, ACHIEVEMENT, National Board Certification, 2006
Timeline
Intervention Teacher
Forest Pines Drive Elementary School
12.2021 - 06.2023
Literacy Coach/Title I Reading Teacher
North Ridge Elementary School
08.2009 - 06.2014
First Grade Teacher
Sanford Creek Elementary School
01.2008 - 01.2009
Reading Specialist
Allenwood Elementary School
01.2007 - 01.2009
Title I and Classroom Teacher
Moncure School
01.1999 - 01.2007
Masters - Literacy Education
University of North Carolina
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
East Stroudsburg University