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Kye Sook Kim

Kye Sook Kim

Educator
Pasadena,CA

Summary

  • Dedicated educator focused on implementing highly effective instructional practices to improve student learning and academic performance. Enthusiastic with a knack for making learning exciting and enjoyable. Motivated by the belief that all children can be successful learners.
  • Accomplished teaching professional with solid leadership approach and passion for student learning. Implements successful and diverse lessons to enhance instruction and engage student interest. Organized problem-solver skilled at approaching educational issues and devising forward-thinking resolutions to promote student advancement.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Teacher

Seashore Academy
11.2022 - Current
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
  • Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
  • Planned and assisted in development of Life Skills Classes: entrepreneurship and book writing, including launching of our Entrepreneurship Fair
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
  • Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
  • Chose optimum curriculum for each class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners.
  • Worked one-on-one with students and new teacher to increase overall classroom success.
  • Worked with new teacher in developing curriculum and lessons to enhance existing curriculum.

Elementary Teacher, 4th Grade

LAUSD Virtual Academy
10.2021 - 06.2022
  • Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses and learning patterns.
  • Supervised students based on licensing, administration and compliance standards to promote safe and nurturing virtual classroom environment.
  • Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
  • Integrated technology into 95% of daily lesson plans.
  • Collaborated with grade level colleagues on lessons; assisted teachers with integration of technology into their daily plans
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Incorporated various technology (Nearpod, Quizizz, Edpuzzle, Google Slides, Jamboard, etc.) into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
  • Prepared materials for lessons, assignments and assessments and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
  • Frequently sought out resources, virtual field trips, and speakers to bring in real-life experiences and perspectives into remote classroom
  • Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.

4th, 5th Grade Teacher

9th Street Elementary School
08.2013 - 10.2021
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
  • Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
  • Promoted problem-solving and solution-based approach to hands-on competition (School-wide Cardboard Challenge)
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
  • Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Coordinated Engineers Week school-wide, connecting students to engineers who spoke and shared about their paths to their careers
  • Taught writing through tasks and purpose; held student-authored book celebrations yearly with students, families, and community members
  • Provided staff with professional development materials and instructional tools for Constitution Day
  • Coordinated mock elections and held student elections both school-wide and in the classroom
  • Assisted in grant writing to provide school with a learning garden and acquire a physical education coach/mentor
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.

3rd, 4th Grade Teacher

John W. Mack Elementary
10.2005 - 07.2013
  • Actively engaged students in the learning process through the creation of projects: Business Convention, Art Show, Living Museums, Jog-a-thon, and School Garden; through guest speakers, performances, and fine arts to encourage participation and allow students to take ownership of their learning
  • Created and taught engaging math lessons and activities, including Math Olympics, a competition between classes to establish teamwork and application of math skills
  • Created a classroom environment in which children could learn respect for themselves and others through Class Elections and building classroom autonomy
  • Identified and organized field trips to enhance curriculum. Special events included grade level trips to LACMA and the San Gabriel Mission, funded through grants.
  • Researched, identified, and campaigned to fund school garden on campus.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Advised and supervised Student Council, to promote student leadership on campus.
  • Encouraged parental involvement through Authors' Parties, Spelling Bee, Living Museums, Math Olympics, and Art Show
  • Served on Local School Leadership Council (2 years), School Site Council (2 years), Literacy and Math Committees (2 years), and as Grade Level Chair (2 years)
  • Served as Recycling Coordinator; assisted Title I Coordinator with Consolidated Charitable Fund; assisted Nutrition Network coordinator
  • Enhanced existing events, Harvest Festival and Multicultural Fair, by including more interactive and literacy activities for students
  • Initiated dance program on campus by networking with USC's Dance Included organization

2nd, 3rd Grade Teacher

Vermont Ave. Elementary School
09.1998 - 10.2005
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
  • Met regularly with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress.
  • Promoted literacy by holding Authors' Parties, where students showcased their published books for their family.
  • Planned and implemented creative lessons; including student-run Student Store as a culminating project while studying about money and entrepreurship
  • Pursued professional development continually by attending educational conferences and teacher training workshops.
  • Grade-level chair (4 years)
  • Co-chaired as Gifted-Magnet Coordinator (1 year); provided professional development for staff
  • Planned and implemented school-wide Spelling Bee

Education

Teaching Credential - Education

University of CA, Los Angeles
1999

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of California, Irvine
1992

Skills

  • Self-motivated
  • Instructional best practices
  • Purposeful lesson planning
  • Kind and empathetic educator
  • Experiential learning
  • Positive and encouraging
  • Strong written and verbal communicator
  • Collaborative with colleagues
  • Community builder
  • Setting Learning Targets
  • Self-Contained Classrooms
  • Curriculum Selection
  • Nurturing Environment

Timeline

Lead Teacher

Seashore Academy
11.2022 - Current

Elementary Teacher, 4th Grade

LAUSD Virtual Academy
10.2021 - 06.2022

4th, 5th Grade Teacher

9th Street Elementary School
08.2013 - 10.2021

3rd, 4th Grade Teacher

John W. Mack Elementary
10.2005 - 07.2013

2nd, 3rd Grade Teacher

Vermont Ave. Elementary School
09.1998 - 10.2005

Teaching Credential - Education

University of CA, Los Angeles

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of California, Irvine

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