Kimberly Stefanski
Downingtown,PA
Summary
- Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Studious and passionate professional with extensive knowledge of teaching material using modern methodologies. Cultivates positive relationships with students to enhance participation and increase overall success. Outgoing and friendly with fantastic attention to detail.
- Forward-thinking educator experienced working in educational settings. Focused on building connections with students to strengthen engagement and help students reach full potential. Knowledgeable about planning projects to diversify instruction, immerse students in subject material, and promote continuous skill-building.
- Caring Teacher with strong communication skills and drive to excite students about learning. Specializing in creating stimulating environments that help students achieve full potential and enjoy learning. Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues.
- Dedicated and responsive educator with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning.
- High-energy teacher with solid background educating students. Maintains organized and disciplined classroom environments devoted to student learning. Caring and compassionate in addressing individual student needs and promoting positive educational experiences.
- Enthusiastic Teacher with superb leadership and communication skills. Easily cultivates trusting and productive relationships with students, parents, teachers and administration. Creates, monitors and sustains disciplined school culture of high academic and behavioral standards.
- Dedicated educator with extensive experience partnering with parents and ensuring success of students. Skilled at providing feedback on individual progress of students and discussing specific needs.
- Compassionate teacher skilled at introducing new technologies into classrooms and improving student engagement, learning and academic performance. Committed to closely monitoring progress and proactively adjusting strategies for long-term student success.
- Energetic teacher with over 25 years of experience instructing students with wide ranges of learning abilities. Committed to creating motivational and collaborative learning environments that encourage social and emotional growth. Strategic in blending organizational skills thorough educational background. Works well with children, parents, colleagues and supervisors.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Brandywine Virtual Academy Teacher
Chester County Intermediate Unit
Downingtown, PA
01.2020 - Current
- Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Met with parents to discuss students' progress and review areas requiring improvement.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Supported English Language Learners by providing additional resources tailored towards their specific needs.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Integrated educational software programs into daily lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Job Trainer/Mentor/Coach
Chester County Intermediate Unit
Downingtown, PA
08.2013 - 01.2020
- Subject matter expert with the ability to write reports, business correspondence, present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
- Professional with the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and apply sound judgment to resolve conflicts and solve problems.
- Career Readiness instructor-developer.
English as a Second Language Tutor
Delaware County Community College
Media, PA
01.2013 - 06.2013
- Subject matter expert who tutored English as a Second Language (ESL) students at all stages of their academic and professional life in grammar, writing, reading, and listening and speaking.
Reading Instructor
Cabrini College
Exton, PA
08.2012 - 12.2012
- Subject matter expert who communicated effectively with colleagues and undergraduate students.
- Motivated students to achieve academic success, maintain a high level of self-discipline, research capabilities, assessment skills, syllabi making, and facilitation expertise.
Instructor, Master of Education Program/Reading Specialist
Cabrini College
Radnor, PA
09.2009 - 08.2012
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Utilized a variety of teaching techniques including lectures, demonstrations, hands-on activities, and group discussions.
- Incorporated technology into the curriculum when appropriate.
- Provided additional help during office hours for struggling students.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Integrated current events into lesson plans when relevant.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of teaching methods by assessing student achievement.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay up-to-date on education topics.
- Oversaw program execution and development of programs and support materials.
- Monitored classroom activities to ensure that students were engaged in productive tasks.
- Evaluated training program outcomes and worked with management to design and implement improvements.
- Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
- Illustrated continuous improvement and organizational effectiveness through training program outcomes.
- Created a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Advised students on academic issues such as study habits and college preparation.
- Adapted lessons according to the needs of individual students or classes.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative instructional methods.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
- Conducted employee training sessions for process-specific tasks.
- Presented training information via role playing, simulations and team exercises.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
Second Grade and Multiage First/Second Grade Teacher
Downingtown Area School District
Downingtown, PA
08.1998 - 06.2007
- Created and promoted the first multiage program for first and second graders at Beaver Creek Elementary School
- Built student self-esteem and encouraged understanding of cultural diversity, gender differences and physical limitations
- Created a cooperative community in the classroom; modeled for students the importance of mutual respect and cooperation among all community members
- Experienced in one-on-one tutoring and group instruction of English Language Learners and Gifted Learners
- Developed inspiring lessons to capture a child’s imagination and breed success
- Created a stimulating and encouraging classroom atmosphere
- Superior interpersonal communication skills to foster meaningful relationships with students, parents, administration, and staff
- Consistently utilized individualized instruction based on each students’ needs and interests
Education
Master of Science - Master of Education With Distinction
Cabrini College
Radnor, PA05-2003
Master of Science - Education
Elizabethtown College
Elizabethtown, PA05-1998
Skills
- Small Group Instruction
- Classroom Instruction
- Parental Participation
- Student Needs Assessment
- Learning Assessments
- Reporting and Documentation
- Serving Diverse Communities
- Instructional Methods
- Parent and Teacher Conferences
- Faculty Collaboration
- Creative Lesson Planning
- Elementary Education
- Student Rapport
- Student-Centered Learning
- Program Development
- Motivating Students
- Technology Integration
- Family Involvement
- Alternative Learning Methods
- Lesson Planning
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Innovative Lesson Planning
- Creative Lesson Plan Development
- Special Needs Students
- Effective Listening
- Curriculum Development
- Community Involvement
- Cognitive and Behavioral Development
- Public Speaking
- Instructional Best Practices
- Cooperative Learning Experience
- Excellent Classroom Management
- Formative Assessments and Standard-Based Grading
- Critical Thinking
- IEP Planning
- Clear Public Speaking Skills
- Behavior Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Flexible and Adaptive
- Group Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Curriculum Implementation
Affiliations
- Chester County Intermediate Unit Department Chair
- Chester County Intermediate Unit Ambassador
- Chester County Intermediate Unit Professional Learning Presenter
- Chester County Intermediate Unit Strengthening the Team Member
- Chester County Intermediate Unit MTSS Committee Member
- Chester County Intermediate Unit Belonging Series Member
- Chester County Intermediate Unit Science Fair Judge
- Chester County Intermediate Unit Onboarding Member
- Human Services/Social Work Minor
- Presenter-25th Annual Ethnography in Education Research Forum-University of Pennsylvania
- Volunteer at local parish for Sunday school classes
- SPCA Volunteer
Timeline
Brandywine Virtual Academy Teacher
Chester County Intermediate Unit
01.2020 - Current
Job Trainer/Mentor/Coach
Chester County Intermediate Unit
08.2013 - 01.2020
English as a Second Language Tutor
Delaware County Community College
01.2013 - 06.2013
Reading Instructor
Cabrini College
08.2012 - 12.2012
Instructor, Master of Education Program/Reading Specialist
Cabrini College
09.2009 - 08.2012
Second Grade and Multiage First/Second Grade Teacher
Downingtown Area School District
08.1998 - 06.2007
Master of Science - Master of Education With Distinction
Cabrini College
Master of Science - Education
Elizabethtown College