Kimesha Goldsmith
Snellville,GA
Summary
Entry-level teaching professional with solid multitasking, time management and communication skills combined with unwavering devotion to student success. Dynamic educator with three years' experience in elementary education across a broad range of subjects, seeking to utilize background to take next career step with respected school in the county that watered my seed, DeKalb County. Dedicated to academic excellence in education and guide students towards success in accomplishing grade-level and personal goals. Proven success in leveraging differentiated learning techniques to lead students in surpassing performance benchmarks.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, First Grade
Charles Brant Chesney Elementary- GCPS
Duluth, GA
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided engaging instruction in reading, writing, phonics, mathematics, science and social studies to a class of 24 first graders.
- Assessed student performance through formal testing and informal observation.
- Created classroom environment that promoted positive behavior expectations and respect for diversity.
- Planned and facilitated small group activities to enhance student understanding of material presented in whole-class setting.
- Encouraged parental involvement by communicating regularly through phone calls, emails, newsletters and parent conferences.
- Established effective communication with colleagues across grade levels to develop a cohesive school culture.
- Participated actively on school committees focused on curriculum development or assessment initiatives.
- Met with parents to communicate students' progress, achievements and classroom issues.
- Administered tests and assessed results to evaluate student understanding of material.
- Brought in purchased and donated materials to round out supplies for classroom activities.
- Maintained positive classroom management and a culture through behavior management techniques and high expectations.
Student Teacher- Third Grade
Gwinnett County School-W.C. Britt Elementary
Snellville, GA
07.2022 - 04.2023
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff and students.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Developed deeper understanding of teaching strategies with increasing responsibility for student learning by leading whole group and small group instruction.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
Teacher Candidate- Fourth Grade
Gwinnett County Schools- Taylor Elementary
Lawrenceville, GA
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Provided individualized support to students to promote learning and engagement.
- Tutored students in reading, language arts and other subjects.
- Helped teachers plan lessons and unit studies.
- Assisted the teacher with grading formative assessments and quizzes
- Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and software programs in the classroom.
- Supported my mentor teacher with an engaging, positive, and safe learning environment for students.
- Organized a field trip that support classroom objectives.
Teacher Candidate- Second Grade
Gwinnett County Schools- W.C. Britt Elementary
Snellville, GA
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Helped teachers plan lessons and unit studies.
- Supported administration of student assessments and standardized state tests.
- Evaluated student grasp of material through tests and informal quizzes.
- Provided individualized support to students to promote learning and engagement.
- Adapted teaching methods to suit the varied learning styles of students.
- Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and software programs in the classroom.
- Helped teachers with materials, class preparation, scheduling, independent work and student mentoring.
Bartender
Taco Mac Restaurant
Atlanta, GA
04.2015 - 02.2021
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Set up bar for operation, obtained cash bank and stocked service bar.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Georgia Gwinnett College
Lawrenceville, GA12-2023
Associate of Science - Elementary Education
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA01.2021
Skills
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Individualized Support
- Learning Assessments
- Best Practices and Standards
- Instructional Materials Creation
- Grading Homework and Tests
- Behavior Redirection
- IEP Monitoring
- Positive Interactions
- Whole Group/Small Group Leadership
- Co-Teaching and Co-Planning
- Parent Communication
- Student-Centered Learning
Timeline
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, First Grade
Charles Brant Chesney Elementary- GCPS
07.2023 - 05.2024
Student Teacher- Third Grade
Gwinnett County School-W.C. Britt Elementary
07.2022 - 04.2023
Teacher Candidate- Fourth Grade
Gwinnett County Schools- Taylor Elementary
01.2022 - 05.2022
Teacher Candidate- Second Grade
Gwinnett County Schools- W.C. Britt Elementary
08.2021 - 12.2021
Bartender
Taco Mac Restaurant
04.2015 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Georgia Gwinnett College
Associate of Science - Elementary Education
Georgia State University
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