Kimberly Swanson
Stuart,FL
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated Elementary School Teacher with a proven track record at SLSB, skilled in differentiated instruction and fostering a positive learning environment. Successfully enhanced student engagement through innovative lesson planning and collaborative teamwork, promoting academic and social growth while building strong relationships with parents and colleagues.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
SLSB
08.2013 - 02.2019
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Assisted in classroom management, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Facilitated student assessments, tracking progress and identifying areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum effectiveness and student engagement.
Elementary School Teacher
SLSB
08.2006 - 08.2013
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching strategies.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress and classroom activities.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Supported extracurricular activities, encouraging student participation and teamwork.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques customized for diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enhancing students'' understanding of various subjects.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Implemented engaging hands-on activities to reinforce fundamental concepts, resulting in increased student motivation and participation.
- Promoted a growth mindset in the classroom by encouraging students to set goals, embrace challenges, and persevere through obstacles.
Elementary School Teacher
Privately Owned
03.2000 - 05.2001
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Assisted in classroom management, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Facilitated student assessments, tracking progress and identifying areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum effectiveness and student engagement.
Preschool Teacher & Office Manager
YMCA
03.2001 - 05.2006
- Developed engaging lesson plans to promote early childhood development and learning.
- Facilitated daily activities enhancing preschoolers' social, emotional, and cognitive skills.
- Collaborated with parents to address children's needs and enhance overall educational experience.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage desired behaviors among students.
- Trained new staff members on curriculum standards and classroom management strategies.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Education
No Degree - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Keiser University
Port Saint Lucie, FLBachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Wisconsin Stout
Menomonie, WI05.2000
Associate of Science - Childhood And Development
Western Wisconsin Technical College
La Crosse, WI05.1996
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaborative teamwork
- Problem-solving skills
- Classroom management
- Team collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Conflict resolution
- Relationship building
- Parent-teacher communication
- Multitasking and organization
- Lesson planning
- Cultural awareness
- Group and individual instruction
- Positive reinforcement
- Time management
- Curriculum development
- Technology integration
- Elementary education
- Student assessment
- Individualized learning
- Interactive learning
- Child development
- Safety awareness
- Field trip organization
- Student records management
- Student testing
- Compliance standards
- Play-based learning
- Special education
- Proficient in software
- Science instruction
- Mathematics instruction
- Social studies instruction
- Empathy and patience
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
SLSB
08.2013 - 02.2019
Elementary School Teacher
SLSB
08.2006 - 08.2013
Preschool Teacher & Office Manager
YMCA
03.2001 - 05.2006
Elementary School Teacher
Privately Owned
03.2000 - 05.2001
No Degree - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Keiser University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Wisconsin Stout
Associate of Science - Childhood And Development
Western Wisconsin Technical College