Kimberly K Palcic
1017 N Buchanan Olathe,KS
Summary
Elementary School Teacher, 3rd grade, with expertise in elementary educational collaborative teaching methods. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state standards. Confidently offers classroom instruction and personalized student support using balance of traditional and modern approaches.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Olathe School District
08.2009 - Current
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level including small group, whole, class, hands on activities, technology, and grade level.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, social studies, reading, and writing for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grades.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives. Mentoring includes students teachers and first year teachers that require mentoring program for state licensure.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Emporia State University
Emporia, KS05.2010
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Emporia State University
Emporia, KS05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, KS05.2004
Skills
- Elementary Education - Kansas Teaching Certification
- Student Teacher Mentor
- District Wide Committees
- Lesson Planning-Collaborative Teamwork
- Curriculum Development that are in compliance with standards including state standards
- Science, math, social studies, reading, and writing instruction
- Multicultural Awareness
- Group, individual, and differentiated Instruction
- Written Communication-Parent-Teacher Communication
- Organizational Skills-Student Records Management
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Olathe School District
08.2009 - Current
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Emporia State University
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Emporia State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Pittsburg State University
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