Kimbrely Lewis-Brower
Lillington,NC
Summary
Upbeat professional educator devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments, enhancing student behavior, implementing instructional modifications for all learning styles, and incorporate positive forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NC Pre-Kindergarten Elementary School Teacher
Harnett County Public Schools
01.2016 - Current
- Supervise Create lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards devise and educational programs to meet educational objectives for all learners in an inclusive setting. Serving at-risk, special needs students aligned with content objectives of Creative Curriculum and NC Early Foundations.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Maintain a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Partner collaboratively with school LEA representatives, community resources and colleagues to serve all educational needs of students and their families
- Assist-guide families with referral process for specialized instruction for learners. Collaborate with preschool office staff and other specialists to initiate IEP process for students with disabilities, developmental delays, behavioral/mental health, and sensory issues.
- . Complete regulations in accordance with local, state, and federal agencies. Perform as a liaison with families, and community resources. Complete required continuing education certifications and training annually, or as rules/regulations change. Manage documents, paperwork, and student files monthly. Ensure all timelines and deadlines are fulfilled in a timely manner.
- Managed approximately 18 students and supervised 1 Teacher Assistant in an inclusive general education classroom setting.
Lead Preschool Teacher
Johnston Lee Harnett Community Action HeadStart
10.2008 - 07.2015
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Assisted and supervised 16 children an 1 Teacher Assistant through entire school day.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding their child''s progress, fostering increased parental involvement in the educational process.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and areas of improvement, encouraging a collaborative approach to education. Prepare educational activities for 3–4-year-old students.
- Assist with developing individual goals for IEP and IFPS of students with exceptionalities. Provide consistent supervision, interactions, conversations with the students in safe nurturing environment.
- Incorporated play-based learning opportunities into daily routines, allowing students to explore new concepts while developing critical thinking skills through hands-on experiences.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques when addressing behavioral issues, maintaining a respectful and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
Education
Master of Arts - Human Services Counseling
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC12.2015
Bachelor of Science - Child Development & Family Relations
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC12.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Central Carolina Community College
Sanford, NC05.2007
Skills
Differentiated Instruction
Collaborative Teamwork
Classroom Management
Lesson Planning
Student Records Management
Play-Based Learning
Student Counseling
Special Education
Student-Centered Learning
Parental Communication
Curriculum Development
Student assessment
Certification
- North Carolina Professional Educators License 07/01/2024 - 06/30/2029
- Birth to Kindergarten
- Family and Consumer Sciences Education (6-12)
Timeline
NC Pre-Kindergarten Elementary School Teacher
Harnett County Public Schools
01.2016 - Current
Lead Preschool Teacher
Johnston Lee Harnett Community Action HeadStart
10.2008 - 07.2015
Master of Arts - Human Services Counseling
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
North Carolina Central University
Bachelor of Science - Child Development & Family Relations
North Carolina Central University
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Central Carolina Community College
- North Carolina Professional Educators License 07/01/2024 - 06/30/2029
- Birth to Kindergarten
- Family and Consumer Sciences Education (6-12)
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