Kimberly S. Usry
Walnut Grove,MS
Summary
Experienced and skilled in technology, technology teaching and training, and teaching students and adults with a strong ability to problem-solve and lead students and adults.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Scott Central Attendance Center
08.2015 - Current
- While at Scott Central Attendance Center, I have taught sixth grade science for two years and was asked to pilot a computer science program for the State of Mississippi
- Currently teaching Cyber Foundations (Microsoft Suite, Web Design, and Computer Science Coding), Web Design, and Journalism
- Currently serving as Middle Level and High School FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) advisor
- Serve as yearbook advisor and school web master
- While at Scott Central, I have served on the Leadership team, assisted with the SC softball team, and served as grade level chair and representative.
Teacher/RTI & Behavior Interventionist
Leake County School District
08.2011 - 05.2015
- During my time with the Leake County School District, I worked with two different schools
- Served as RTI and Behavior Interventionist, implementing PBIS (Positive Behavior Incentive Program)
- Trained teachers within school and district on implementing PBIS within their school and classroom
- Held district wide professional development for all bus drivers on PBIS and ways to help eliminate negative behavior on school bus and encourage positive behavior
- Worked closely with Alternative school to help implement PBIS
- Received Teacher of the Year Award
- Served on PTO board, Co-Beta Club sponsor, leadership committee and numerous other committees during my term there.
Office Manager
Moncrief Furniture
01.2006 - 01.2013
- Lead Moncrief Furniture for seven years as the office manager
- Supervised other employees, payroll, accounts receivable and accounts payable, statements, ordering of merchandise, and customer service
- Attended furniture market and earned awards for top sales in my area.
Office Manager
Barney & Mott’s Furniture
01.2003 - 01.2006
- Worked for Barney and Mott’s Furniture for three years as office manager
- Supervised other employees, payroll, accounts receivable and accounts payable, statements, ordering of merchandise, and customer service
- Attended furniture market and earned cruises, trips, and other awards for being a leading distributor for my area.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education -
Mississippi State University
Meridian, MS05.2011
Associate of Arts -
East Central Community College
Decatur, MS12.2008
High school diploma -
Sebastopol Attendance Center
Sebastopol, MS05.1999
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Presentations and public speaking
- Web Application Design
- Google Suite Proficiency
- Team Collaboration
- Presentation Development
- Relationship Building
- Group Instruction
- Innovative lesson planning
- Online Teaching
Certification
- Digital Media Technology
- Google Certified Educator Level 1
- Google Certified Educator Level 2
- C.O.O.L Certified
- AP Computer Science Certified
- IC3 Certified
- Computing Fundamentals
- Living Online
- Key Applications
- Code.org Certified
- Promethean Certified
Memberships And Awards
- Mississippi Blood Services Best of the Best Award — 2023
- Newton County Junior Auxiliary — 2023
- Member of the Mississippi Educational Computing Association — 2018-Present
- Member of the Computer Science Teachers Association — 2018-Present
- Mississippi FBLA State Specialist — 2021-Present
- Mississippi FBLA Executive Board Member — 2018-Present
- Volunteer for MS Blood Services (Speaking about the importance of blood donation) — 2016-Present
- Mississippi FBLA Advisor of the Year — 2022
- Mississippi FBLA Foundation Board Member — 2021-Present
- Teacher of the Year, Leake County Schools — 2013
- Outstanding PBIS Team Leader — 2013
Timeline
Teacher
Scott Central Attendance Center
08.2015 - Current
Teacher/RTI & Behavior Interventionist
Leake County School District
08.2011 - 05.2015
Office Manager
Moncrief Furniture
01.2006 - 01.2013
Office Manager
Barney & Mott’s Furniture
01.2003 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education -
Mississippi State University
Associate of Arts -
East Central Community College
High school diploma -
Sebastopol Attendance Center
- Digital Media Technology
- Google Certified Educator Level 1
- Google Certified Educator Level 2
- C.O.O.L Certified
- AP Computer Science Certified
- IC3 Certified
- Computing Fundamentals
- Living Online
- Key Applications
- Code.org Certified
- Promethean Certified
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