Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
Professional Development

Kimberly Zayas-Scott

Ritenour School District
Maryland Heights,MO
1
Certification
35
years of professional experience

Dedicated elementary educator with more than 15 years of experience fostering literacy, critical thinking, and student achievement in diverse learning environments. Experienced in curriculum design, technology integration, differentiated instruction, assessment, and collaborative problem solving. Passionate about promoting information literacy, digital citizenship, and a lifelong love of reading through innovative learning experiences. Seeking admission to Missouri State University's Graduate Certificate in Library Media Specialist program to expand my expertise in library leadership, information management, and instructional collaboration.

Work History

Elementary Teacher

10 Years 6 Months
Ritenour School District | 01.2016 - Current
  • Teach third- and fourth-grade students in a diverse, trauma-informed school community.
  • Design engaging literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies instruction aligned with Missouri Learning
    Standards.
  • Integrate educational technology and digital resources to increase student engagement, research skills, and
    academic achievement.
  • Analyze district and classroom assessment data to inform instruction and support continuous student growth.
  • Differentiate instruction through whole-group, small-group, and individualized learning experiences to meet
    diverse student needs.
  • Collaborate with special education teachers, English Learner specialists, counselors, social workers, and
    intervention staff to develop comprehensive supports for students.
  • Foster an inclusive classroom culture that promotes collaboration, inquiry, problem solving, and respectful
    communication.
  • Build strong partnerships with families through ongoing communication regarding academic progress and
    student success.

Extracurricular Math Teacher

2 Years
Parkway School District | 01.2014 - 01.2016

• Planned and delivered enrichment mathematics instruction that promoted higher-order thinking and problem-solving skills.

K-5 Teacher Assistant

3 Years
Parkway School District | 01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Supported instruction across Kindergarten through Grade 5 classrooms.
  • Provided targeted reading, mathematics, and intervention support through small-group instruction.
  • Developed instructional materials and technology resources to meet individual student needs.
  • Collaborated with classroom teachers to analyze assessment data and identify instructional strategies.
  • Organized enrichment opportunities for advanced mathematics learners.
  • Delivered classroom instruction and managed learning environments in teachers' absence.

Special Education Teacher

1 Year
Peoria Unified School District | 01.2002 - 01.2003
  • Delivered individualized instruction in reading, writing, and mathematics.
  • Administered assessments and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to determine eligibility and
    instructional supports.
  • Developed intervention plans to improve student achievement and learning outcomes.

Elementary Teacher

3 Years
Peoria Unified School District | 01.1992 - 01.1995
  • Designed standards-based instruction for upper elementary learners.
  • Fostered literacy, collaboration, leadership, and critical thinking through inquiry-based learning.
  • Adapted instructional materials to meet diverse learning styles and student abilities.

Education

Master of Education - Information Science & Technology

University of Missouri | Columbia, MO | 01-2017
  • Summer 2017
  • GPA: 4.0 GPA

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Special Education

Northern Arizona University | Flagstaff, AZ | 05-1992
  • May 1992
  • GPA: 3.75 GPA

Skills

Differentiated Instruction
English Learner Instruction
Assessment & Data Analysis
Classroom Management
Tier II Interventions
Digital Literacy
Collection and Resource Management
Parent & Staff Communication
Educational Technology Integration
Collaboration & Instructional Leadership
Digital Research Resources
Learning Management Systems

Accomplishments

  • Commended by administrators and colleagues for exceptional teaching, student advocacy, and dedication to student success.
  • Nominated for Teacher of the Year on multiple occasions in recognition of instructional excellence and commitment to students.
  • Designed and launched a classroom website to strengthen communication with families and provide students with access to instructional resources and learning materials.
  • Selected to serve as a virtual third-grade teacher, adapting curriculum and instruction to engage students in an online learning environment.
  • Co-developed an interdisciplinary Outdoor Education Program that promoted experiential learning, environmental awareness, and cross-curricular instruction for fifth-grade students.
  • Earned a Master of Education in Information Science & Technology with a 4.0 GPA, demonstrating a strong foundation in educational technology and information systems.

Certification

  • State of Missouri Elementary Education, 1-6 Career Continuous Professional
  • State of Arizona Standard Professional Elementary Education, K-8
  • State of Arizona Structured English Immersion Endorsement, Pre-K-12

Timeline

Elementary Teacher

Ritenour School District
01.2016 - CurrentRead More

Extracurricular Math Teacher

Parkway School District
01.2014 - 01.2016Read More

K-5 Teacher Assistant

Parkway School District
01.2013 - 01.2016Read More

Special Education Teacher

Peoria Unified School District
01.2002 - 01.2003Read More

Elementary Teacher

Peoria Unified School District
01.1992 - 01.1995Read More

University of Missouri

Master of Education from Information Science & Technology
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Northern Arizona University

Bachelor of Science from Elementary Education, Special Education
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Professional Development

  • Technology Integration
  • Equity Leadership and Learning
  • The Science of Reading and Writing
  • Competency-Based Education Conference
  • K-8 Reading & Writing Strategies
  • Lesson Planning with AI
  • Empower 101 & 201
  • Teaching Cognitive and Metacognitive Skills in the Marzano Academies Model
  • Building Math Centers
  • Effective Student Agency Strategies
  • Dynamic Approaches to Classroom Instruction
Kimberly Zayas-Scott