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Kimberly Shields

Riverside,IL

Summary

Education professional with experience both in the classroom and overseeing site operations and team management. Utilizes strategic planning to enhance productivity and operational efficiency. Track record of fostering collaborative environment to drive performance and achieve objectives.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Site Director

Saga Education
Chicago, IL
07.2022 - Current
  • Performed continuous evaluations of tutoring successes and failures, and implemented improvement plans.
  • Provided weekly feedback to improve teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
  • Held consistent meetings with department leaders in order to align curriculum maps.
  • Led data gathering and analysis activities in order to better align curriculum to current needs.
  • Held weekly meetings with site administration team to deliver data and receive feedback on site needs.

English Teacher

Excel Academy of South Shore
Chicago, IL
10.2018 - 06.2022
  • Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learner needs, ensuring all students had equal access to education opportunities.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary curriculum, resulting in enriched learning experiences for students.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Chair, Reading and Math Committee (2020-2022) planning initiatives for reading and math assessment growth in our building
  • Professional development committee (2020-2022), working with principal to create/deliver short professional development presentations as needed.
  • Staff of the Month (April 2020, November 2020)

English Teacher

Rockford Auburn High School
Rockford, IL
08.2010 - 01.2015
  • Company Overview: Rockford, IL
  • Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
  • Implemented project-based learning activities that encouraged collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills among students.

English Teacher

Rockford East High School
08.2008 - 06.2010
  • Company Overview: Rockford, IL
  • Implemented project-based learning activities that encouraged collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills among students.
  • Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
  • Coordinated with school's special education team to adapt lessons for students with learning differences, ensuring inclusive learning environment.

English Teacher

Rockford Guilford High School
Rockford, IL
10.2007 - 05.2008
  • Taught English 9 (including co-taught class) and Honors English 9
  • Rockford, IL
  • Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
  • Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
  • Implemented project-based learning activities that encouraged collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills among students.

English Teacher, Testing Coordinator

Andale High School
Andale, KS
08.2005 - 09.2007
  • Company Overview: Andale KS
  • Taught English 9, 10, and 11
  • Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current on educational trends and research-based strategies for instruction.
  • Enhanced students' reading comprehension with tailored literature assignments.
  • Promoted critical analysis and interpretation skills through in-depth discussions of literary works.
  • Led the planning and execution of building wide assessments, including P-ACT 9/10, NWEA MAP, and Kansas State Assessments.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English

Muskingum College
New Concord, OH
05.1997

Skills

  • Site coordination
  • Team supervision
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Instructional leadership
  • Student performance data analysis
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Staff development
  • Relationship building
  • Student engagement
  • School improvements planning

Timeline

Site Director

Saga Education
07.2022 - Current

English Teacher

Excel Academy of South Shore
10.2018 - 06.2022

English Teacher

Rockford Auburn High School
08.2010 - 01.2015

English Teacher

Rockford East High School
08.2008 - 06.2010

English Teacher

Rockford Guilford High School
10.2007 - 05.2008

English Teacher, Testing Coordinator

Andale High School
08.2005 - 09.2007

Bachelor of Arts - English

Muskingum College

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