Kimra Wills
Glenns Ferry,ID
Summary
Upbeat Educator devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Glenns Ferry School District
08.2014 - 06.2024
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
Kindergarten Teacher
Mountain Home School District
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
Bilingual Teacher
Community Council of Idaho
05.2012 - 08.2013
- Established clear objectives for each lesson, effectively communicating expectations to students and ensuring successful outcomes.
- Monitored student progress in both growth and English fluency.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to create interdisciplinary lesson plans that reinforced core concepts across multiple subjects.
- Kept detailed records of student progress and attendance.
- Integrated authentic materials from target language cultures into lessons, promoting greater cultural awareness among students while enhancing their linguistic abilities.
- Maintained open communication with parents, keeping them informed of their child''s progress and addressing any concerns as necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bilingual/Elementary Education
Boise State University
Boise, ID08.2009
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Problem-solving skills
- Classroom Management
- Team Collaboration
- Organizational Skills
- Relationship Building
- Lesson Planning
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Child Development
- Individualized Learning
- Elementary Education
- Project-based learning
- Technology Integration
- Group and individual instruction
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Glenns Ferry School District
08.2014 - 06.2024
Kindergarten Teacher
Mountain Home School District
08.2013 - 05.2014
Bilingual Teacher
Community Council of Idaho
05.2012 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Bilingual/Elementary Education
Boise State University
Work Availability
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Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
Interests
Coaching
Volunteer Work
Mental Health Awareness
Outdoor Curriculum
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