Kimberly Newsome
Enterprise
Summary
Knowledgeable and passionate teacher with almost 20 years of experience in fostering educational growth and creating engaging lesson plans. Adept at developing positive classroom environment that encourages student participation and learning while still holding students to high expectations. Demonstrated proficiency in curriculum development and classroom management. Highly reliable team player and creative problem-solver.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
6th Grade Teacher
Holly Hill Elementary, Enterprise, Alabama
Enterprise, Alabama
08.2007 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards to enhance student learning and comprehension in all subjects with focus on mathematics and science the last eight years.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Monitored student progress through assessments, providing timely feedback for academic improvement.
- Fostered positive classroom environment promoting respect, collaboration, and effective communication among students; as well as increase student engagement by incorporating hands-on and group projects into lessons.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student development and address behavioral or academic challenges.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance on classroom management techniques.
- Actively participated in school-wide committees focused on improving overall campus culture, fostering collaboration between educators for enhanced student experiences.
Substitute Teacher
Enterprise City Schools, Enterprise, Alabama
Enterprise, Alabama
01.2007 - 05.2007
- Delivered effective lesson plans in absence of regular teachers, ensuring continuity of education.
4th Grade Teacher
Lisenby Elementary School, Ozark, Alabama
Ozark, Alabama
08.2005 - 05.2006
Sales Associate & Co-Manager
Victoria’s Secret, Dothan, Alabama
Dothan, Alabama
12.2001 - 08.2005
Education
Masters of Science - Collaborative Education
Troy University
Troy, Alabama05.2006
Bachelors of Science - Elementary and Collaborative Education
Troy State University
Troy, Alabama05.2001
Advanced Honors Diploma -
Eufaula High School
Eufaula, Alabama05.1997
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Student engagement
- Collaborative learning
- Project-based learning
- Adaptive teaching
- Classroom management
- Problem-solving skills
Certification
- Class B, Middle School Mathematics and General Science grades 4-8
- Class B, Collaborative Special Education Teacher grades K-6
- Class B, Elementary Education grades K-6
- Class A, Collaborative Special Education Teacher grades K-6
- Highly Qualified Teacher, Core Academic Subjects including Reading grades K-6
Timeline
6th Grade Teacher
Holly Hill Elementary, Enterprise, Alabama
08.2007 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Enterprise City Schools, Enterprise, Alabama
01.2007 - 05.2007
4th Grade Teacher
Lisenby Elementary School, Ozark, Alabama
08.2005 - 05.2006
Sales Associate & Co-Manager
Victoria’s Secret, Dothan, Alabama
12.2001 - 08.2005
Bachelors of Science - Elementary and Collaborative Education
Troy State University
Masters of Science - Collaborative Education
Troy University
Advanced Honors Diploma -
Eufaula High School
AWARDS
2020 HHES Teacher of the Year, 2020 Recipient of HHES Golden Apple Award
LEADERSHIP
- Foundations Team Member August 2024 - Present
- Revéur House Mom – August 2020 – Present
- Mentor Teacher - August 2020 - Present
- Grade Level Representative – August 2025 – Present
- August 2022 – May 2023
- August 2020 – May 2021
- August 2017 – May 2018
- August 2009 – May 2010
- August 2012 – May 2013
- Leader In Me Action Team Co-Chair – August 2019 – May 2020
- HHES Beta Club Sponsor – August 2015 – May 2018
- HHES News Team – August 2017 – May 2018