Kimberly Reschke
Schaumburg,IL
Summary
Dedicated and accomplished professional with experience in communication, education, managing relationships and accurate data collection. Organized, action oriented, trustworthy and passionate about building relationships, making connections and inspiring others.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Developmental Therapist
Early Intervention Services Inc.
07.2024 - Current
- Utilize a play-based, child directed approach to integrate and increase development of conceptual, motor, language and emotional skills in children birth-age 3.
- Coach and model strategies for caregivers that focus on engagement, socialization and developmental skills.
- Respond to family needs and concerns to develop goals and an action plan for their child.
- Track progress and use data to communicate with families and adjust services as appropriate.
- Develop strong rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication during the therapeutic process.
EL/Bilingual Educator
Hoover Math and Science Academy
07.2011 - Current
- Conducted individual, small and whole group instruction for English language learners in grade levels K-6th.
- Worked with multi-disciplinary teams to develop engaging curriculum for students while adhering to district and state guidelines.
- Implemented various teaching methods and technologies to meet the unique needs of all learners.
- Utilized a balanced literacy approach to deliver high quality reading and language instruction.
- Created and delivered engaging professional development presentations for staff on specialized instruction for EL learners.
- Developed and utilized systems for tracking and evaluating student progress and utilized results to inform further instruction.
- Strengthened school-community relationships through parent education, translation services and participation in evening programs.
- Mentored new and student teachers to balance social-emotional health and work responsibilities and served as a Positive Behavioral Systems Coach for students.
- Implemented efficient behavior management strategies and created a warm and inclusive classroom environment.
- Demonstrated flexibility in supporting other teachers and working in other roles as needed.
- Served as translator and interpreter of written and verbal communication for students, parents, program clientele and staff.
Bilingual Educator
Madison Elementary School
07.2009 - 07.2011
- Developed lesson plans that catered to diverse learning styles.
- Utilized small group instruction and team teaching to meet the needs of English language learners.
- Served as a Bilingual Parent Educator to partner with caregivers in meeting the social-emotional and educational needs of students.
- Maintained a positive behavioral system and kept a well-organized learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop new teaching and assessment strategies.
- Utilized educational technology to create interactive and dynamic lessons.
- Maintained an organized record-keeping system to track student performance throughout the school year, allowing for targeted intervention when necessary.
Spanish Instructor and Interventionist
Stone Academy
07.2006 - 07.2009
- Developed and implemented hands-on lessons to teach the Spanish language to students in grades 6-8.
- Trained and administered ACCESS testing to English language learners.
- Worked with a team of teachers to implement reading intervention strategies to struggling learners in grades K-4.
- Partnered with parents to increase cultural awareness and learning through engaging activities.
- Designed assessments that accurately measured student progress and informed instructional decisions.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
World Cultures Teacher
Washington Middle School
07.2005 - 07.2006
- Designed lessons for students in grades 6-8 to enhance knowledge of world cultures and to learn the Spanish language.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and implement new assessment strategies.
- Facilitated student-centered learning experiences to increase community engagement and involvement.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Education
Bachelor degree - Elementary Education
Illinois State University
Master degree - Spanish Language and Culture
University of Granada
Bilingual and ESL certification -
Erikson Institute
Skills
- Balanced approach to educating others
- Perform consultations with families
- Collaboration with team
- Accurate data collection and communication of results
- Research and select appropriate materials
- Communicate in an efficient and effective manner
- Active listening
- Flexibility in scheduling
- Family support and parent coaching
- Cultural sensitivity
- Fluent in Spanish
Accomplishments
- Golden Apple Scholar
- TEFL certification
- Nutritional Therapy Practitioner Certification
- Developmental Therapy Credential
Timeline
Developmental Therapist
Early Intervention Services Inc.
07.2024 - Current
EL/Bilingual Educator
Hoover Math and Science Academy
07.2011 - Current
Bilingual Educator
Madison Elementary School
07.2009 - 07.2011
Spanish Instructor and Interventionist
Stone Academy
07.2006 - 07.2009
World Cultures Teacher
Washington Middle School
07.2005 - 07.2006
Master degree - Spanish Language and Culture
University of Granada
Bilingual and ESL certification -
Erikson Institute
Bachelor degree - Elementary Education
Illinois State University
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