Kimberly Ward
Independence,OR
Summary
Dynamic educator and library media specialist with proven success in fostering student engagement and literacy development at Salem Keizer School District. Excelled in curriculum implementation and problem-solving, enhancing learning through collaborative and technology-integrated approaches. Demonstrated exceptional organizational and communication skills, driving continuous improvement in educational outcome.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Central School District 13J
09.2012 - 06.2024
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Library Media Specialist
Salem Keizer School District
01.2009 - 06.2011
- Instructed students and staff in research processes and understanding copyright, fair use and licensing of intellectual property.
- Maintained relevant, organized and correctly catalogued library and technology collection based on careful analysis of student needs.
- Promoted library through public relations avenues such as library website and newsletter.
- Collected and analyzed data to periodically evaluate school library media programs for continuous improvement against measurable goals.
- Motivated students to use instructional technology to promote achievement of learning objectives.
- Developed and executed yearly budgets to purchase yearly acquisition of books, periodicals, supplies and computer software and hardware.
- Updated library collection to include multicultural titles to fit student population.
- Collaborated with teachers by scheduling library activities and procuring resources.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Western Oregon University
Monmouth, OR12.2008
Endorsement - Library Media Endorsement
Western Oregon University
Monmouth, OR08.2010
Endorsement - ESOL Endorsement
Western Oregon University
Monmouth, OR06.2015
Skills
- Group Instruction
- Classroom Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Curriculum Implementation
- Problem-solving skills
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
- Reference Services
- Literacy development
- Information sources
Timeline
Teacher
Central School District 13J
09.2012 - 06.2024
Library Media Specialist
Salem Keizer School District
01.2009 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Western Oregon University
Endorsement - Library Media Endorsement
Western Oregon University
Endorsement - ESOL Endorsement
Western Oregon University
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