Kimberly Upton
Rio Rancho,New Mexico
Summary
Engaging and patient professional committed to promoting safe learning environment for all. Detail-oriented and compassionate with extensive knowledge in various subjects.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Third Grade Teacher
Rio Rancho School District
Rio Rancho, New Mexico
08.2019 - 05.2024
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Incorporated instructional best practices such as differentiated instruction into lesson plans.
- Integrated educational software programs into daily lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
Kindergarten Teacher
Albuquerque Public School District
Albuquerque, NM
06.2017 - 05.2019
- Assessed students' progress and created reports for parents, administrators, and other teachers.
- Organized activities that promoted physical, mental and social development.
First Grade Teacher
Farmington Municipal Schools
Farmington, New Mexico
08.2014 - 05.2017
- Created classroom environment that promoted positive behavior expectations and respect for diversity.
- Integrated technology into daily lesson planning to support 21st century skills development.
- Promoted critical thinking by developing problem-solving activities that encouraged higher order reasoning skills.
- Established effective communication with colleagues across grade levels to develop a cohesive school culture.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
New Mexico Highlands University
Las Vegas, NM05-2007
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
CNM
Albuquerque, NM12-2005
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Carbondale, IL05-1984
Skills
- Clear public speaking skills
- Flexible and adaptive
- Reporting and documentation
- Group and individual instruction
Timeline
Third Grade Teacher
Rio Rancho School District
08.2019 - 05.2024
Kindergarten Teacher
Albuquerque Public School District
06.2017 - 05.2019
First Grade Teacher
Farmington Municipal Schools
08.2014 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
New Mexico Highlands University
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
CNM
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
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