Kimbree Gordon
Austin,TX
Summary
Dynamic educator with proven expertise in classroom management and student engagement, honed at St Marks Episcopal Day School. Excelled in creating nurturing environments and fostering strong parent-teacher communication. Achieved significant improvements in student focus and classroom efficiency through innovative teaching strategies and effective supervision. Skilled in materials preparation and fostering social-emotional growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Teachers Assistant
St Marks Episcopal Day School
Austin, TX
08.2024 - Current
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom
St Marks Episcopal Day School
Austin, TX
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Encouraged independent problem-solving skills through inquiry-based learning opportunities.
- Established clear expectations for behavior, leading to increased focus during instructional time.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies, maintaining a well-disciplined and focused learning atmosphere.
- Supported language development in young learners through consistent exposure to rich vocabulary in context-specific situations.
- Developed social-emotional skills in students by modeling empathy, self-regulation, and communication techniques in the classroom setting.
- Built strong connections with the local community,
House Manager
Leah Coleman
Austin, PA
01.2020 - 07.2024
- Anticipated needs of family members by staying informed about their preferences, schedules, and priorities.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Established clear expectations for behavior, setting boundaries to create a respectful atmosphere within the home.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Oversaw budget to manage expenditures and control costs.
- Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
Teachers Assistant
St Marks Episcopal Day School
Austin, TX
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Documented student progress and communicated with parents to keep informed.
- Communicated consistently with parents about their childs progress and any keys points in the child's day.
Education
No Degree - Child Development Associates
Green Space Learning Online
Austin, TX03.2024
Skills
Classroom Management
Materials Preparation
Student Engagement
Class coordination
Classroom Supervision
Art and music support
Parent-Teacher Communication
Timeline
Teachers Assistant
St Marks Episcopal Day School
08.2024 - Current
Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom
St Marks Episcopal Day School
06.2024 - 07.2024
Teachers Assistant
St Marks Episcopal Day School
06.2023 - 06.2024
House Manager
Leah Coleman
01.2020 - 07.2024
No Degree - Child Development Associates
Green Space Learning Online