Kimberly Nwosu
Summary
- Academic excellence is cultivated through high expectations, rigorous instruction, and personalized support tailored to each student's needs.
- Growth and success in education are achieved through a combination of perseverance, resilience, and a growth mindset that embraces challenges as opportunities for learning and improvement.
- A safe learning environment, both physically and emotionally, is foundational for students to explore, take risks, and engage fully in the learning process, fostering confidence and well-being.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
6th Grade Principal
San Antonio Independent School District
San Antonio, TX
07.2023 - Current
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
- Improved student outcomes by analyzing data and adjusting instructional practices accordingly.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders to foster trust, collaboration, and commitment to shared goals.
Assistant Principal
Edgewood Independent School District
05.2022 - 07.2023
- Led and evaluated teachers in the ELAR, CTE, and Dyslexia departments.
- Served as Admin/Coordinator for developing and implementing the PSCC (Positive School Climate and Culture) handbook for the campus.
- Established and executed the Sunshine Committee to foster a culture of kindness across the campus.
- Provided coaching and mentorship to both struggling and high-performing teachers.
- Ensured all teachers maintained high instructional standards.
- Designed ELAR PLC structures to enhance teacher learning through student work analysis and supervised campus attendance.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Analyzed standardized test results to identify areas of improvement in instruction methods and curriculum content.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
6th Grade ELAR NIET Teacher
Edgewood Independent School District
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Instructing 6th grade ELAR students in the designated curriculum
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Coaching educators and facilitating Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) as part of the NIET Teacher Leader Program
- Supporting administrative duties in the absence of the Assistant Principal
- Assisting with afterschool activities as required
- 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.
Instructional Coach
San Antonio Independent School District
01.2019 - 08.2021
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities.
- Assisted new teachers acclimate quickly into their roles through comprehensive mentoring programs and ongoing support.
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs, and identified research-based instructional strategies.
- Supported data-driven instruction by assisting teachers with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
- Facilitated collaborative planning sessions for grade-level teams to establish learning goals and align curriculum across subjects.
- Increased student engagement through the implementation of innovative teaching techniques and resources.
- Designing and overseeing assessments for both virtual and face-to-face settings
- Analyzing MAP and STAAR data to inform campus strategies
- Delivering professional development sessions at both campus and district levels
- Developing STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) lessons for Saturday School
- Serving as a co-coordinator for Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
- Organizing student intervention and enrichment groups
- Managing campus social media presence
Gifted and Talented Implementation Specialist
San Antonio Independent School District
07.2016 - 12.2018
- Managed multiple implementation projects concurrently, maintaining strict deadlines without compromising quality or scope.
- Developing GATE (Gifted and Talented Education) curriculum
- Conducting student testing for program eligibility
- Coaching and mentoring teachers
- Contributing as a member of the GATE Advisory Committee
- Delivering campus and district professional development opportunities
6th Grade ELAR Teacher
San Antonio Independent School District
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Leading the ELAR department as department head
- Serving as a grade level and Gifted and Talented teacher across all grade levels
- Coordinating Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) efforts
- Mentoring colleagues to foster professional growth
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication about student progress and academic achievements.
- Assisted in school-wide literacy initiatives, promoting a culture of reading throughout the entire campus community.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and ELA instruction.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to assess student progress, adjusting lesson plans accordingly for optimal learning outcomes.
Peer Teacher
San Antonio Independent School District
08.2014 - 07.2015
- Fulfilling roles as both a grade level and Gifted and Talented teacher across all grade levels
- Actively participating in the School Leadership Team
- Orchestrating Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) initiatives
- Providing mentorship to colleagues to cultivate professional development
- Empowering students to achieve academic excellence
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current on education trends and enhance teaching skills.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance in classroom management techniques.
- Contributed to the development of school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement levels.
Teacher
San Antonio Independent School District
08.2005 - 06.2014
- Chairing the Science Committee.
- Coordinating Gifted and Talented programs at the campus level.
- Serving on the Placement Committee.
- Providing mentorship to peers.
- Chairing Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
- Specializing in Dyslexia support.
- Leading implementation of SAISD curriculum for students.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
Education
Masters of Arts in Educational Leadership -
Trinity University
San Antonio, TX07.2015
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology -
University of Texas at San Antonio
San Antonio, TX06.2004
High School Diploma -
John Jay High School
San Antonio, TX05.1989
Professional Endorsements
- Mid-Management Certificate
- T-TESS Certificate
- PDAS Certificate
- EC-6 Generalist Certificate
Awards
- 2023 Accepted to the Harvard Summer Institute Program - Achieving Excellence: Leadership Development for Principals
- 2019 Accepted to the Harvard Summer Institute Program- The Art of Leadership
- 2014-2015 Nominated for a leadership program
- 2014-2015 Accepted into the Educational Leadership program partnered with SAISD
- 2012-2013 Teacher of the Year
- 2011-2012 Teacher of the Year
- 2012 Teacher Inspire Award for Innovation in the classroom (San Antonio Area Foundation)
Training
- Middle School Conference (June 2022)
- NEIT Teacher Leader (August 2021)
- Pear Deck (August 2020)
- Canvas (August 2020)
- Corwin Student Centered Coaching Institute (February 2019)
- AVID - Bridges to Learning (July 2018)
- Project Based Learning 101 Buck Institute for Education (June 2017)
- Building Depth and Complexity in the Differentiated Classroom (June 2017)
- TAGT (Texas Association for Gifted and Talented) Conference (November 2016)
- Ipadpalooza (Technology) 2016
- Dr. Richard Cash Presents - Self-Regulation and Social Emotional Learning for Gifted Students (2017)
- SMART Technologies (DLxD2016) (2016)
- Office 365 (DLxD2016)
- Dr. Richard Cash presents - Advanced Differentiation: Going Beyond the Basics (2016)
- Dr. Richard Cash presents - Working with Varied Learners in the Regular Classroom (2016)
- CHAMPS TRAINING: 2016
Timeline
6th Grade Principal
San Antonio Independent School District
07.2023 - Current
Assistant Principal
Edgewood Independent School District
05.2022 - 07.2023
6th Grade ELAR NIET Teacher
Edgewood Independent School District
08.2021 - 05.2022
Instructional Coach
San Antonio Independent School District
01.2019 - 08.2021
Gifted and Talented Implementation Specialist
San Antonio Independent School District
07.2016 - 12.2018
6th Grade ELAR Teacher
San Antonio Independent School District
08.2015 - 06.2016
Peer Teacher
San Antonio Independent School District
08.2014 - 07.2015
Teacher
San Antonio Independent School District
08.2005 - 06.2014
Masters of Arts in Educational Leadership -
Trinity University
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology -
University of Texas at San Antonio
High School Diploma -
John Jay High School