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Kimberly Sullivan
Teacher
Portland,US
Summary
Dedicated Teacher offering 7 years of experience in education. Resourceful and passionate educator with adaptable and approachable style. Expertise includes test preparation and ongoing evaluations. Committed to creating comfortable learning environments for students.
Certification
Generalist 4-8
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
19
19
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certificates
Work History
ELAR Teacher
E. Merle Smith Middle School
Sinton, TX
08.2020 - Current
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment and expression of original ideas.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
Special Education Self-Contained 6-8 Teacher
Canutillo Middle School
El Paso, Texas
10.2018 - 05.2020
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Kept informed of and complied with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
- Implemented and supported Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
Co-Teach Social Studies and Math
Canutillo Isd
El Paso, United States
10.2018 - 05.2020
- 8th grade STAAR Social Studies pass rate 86%.
- Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
- Developed instructional aids for classroom use and encouraged student participation.
- Discussed important historical figures, dates and events which helped shape modern world.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
3rd Grade Self-Contained Special Education Teacher
Gadsen Elementary
Santa Teresa, NM
08.2018 - 10.2018
- Use of TPRI for screening of reading levels.
- 10% increase in Overall Reading expectations.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Provided life skills programming for students with moderate to severe autism.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Applied proven strategies to improve students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills.
Dyslexia Teacher
Howard Burnham Elementary
El Paso, Texas
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Dyslexia Teacher Wilson Method
- Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Evaluated, scored and interpreted assessments and screening measures.
- Performed small group and individual therapy based on client needs with focus on dyslexia and other learning disabilities.
- Understood, used and remained abreast of best practices and therapy modalities within dyslexia field.
Education
No Degree - Special Education
Alternative Teacher Training With Cerification
El Paso, Texas 05.2001 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Social Psychology
Park University
Kansas City, MO 08.2009 - 07.2011
Skills
Amplify Curicculum
Individualized instruction
ARD Process
IEP familiarity
Data Driven
ESL Supported Instruction
Differentiated instruction
Team Collaboration
Engaging Lessons
Response-to-intervention understanding
Software
Google Forms
Google Slides
Skyward Portal
Microsoft Excel
DMAC
NWEA
E-Hall Pass
Accomplishments
- 6th grade Department Lead
- Headed Extra Curricular Book Club.
- Commended for exemplary teaching and service to students.
- ESL Literacy - Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Led class to an average 20% increase in reading standardized test scores during the 2019-2020 school year.
Timeline
ELAR Teacher
E. Merle Smith Middle School
08.2020 - Current
Special Education Self-Contained 6-8 Teacher
Canutillo Middle School
10.2018 - 05.2020
Co-Teach Social Studies and Math
Canutillo Isd
10.2018 - 05.2020
3rd Grade Self-Contained Special Education Teacher
Gadsen Elementary
08.2018 - 10.2018
Dyslexia Teacher
Howard Burnham Elementary
08.2017 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Social Psychology
Park University
08.2009 - 07.2011
No Degree - Special Education
Alternative Teacher Training With Cerification
05.2001 - 05.2018