KYM O'DONNELL
St. Augustine
Summary
Knowledgeable English Learner Teacher with solid foundation in teaching English language learners. Demonstrated success in creating engaging lesson plans and fostering inclusive classroom environment. Proven ability to adapt teaching methods to meet diverse student needs and enhance language acquisition.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
ELA Teacher
Flagler Palm Coast High School
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance critical thinking and communication skills.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies to meet varied student learning styles.
- Integrated technology tools to enhance student learning experiences and engagement.
Executive Assistant to the General Manager
Old Town Trolley Tours - St. Augustine
03.2024 - 02.2025
- Coordinated daily schedules and appointments for General Manager, optimizing time management and organizational efficiency.
- Managed communication between departments, ensuring timely information flow and fostering collaboration among teams.
- Prepared detailed meeting agendas and minutes, facilitating effective discussions and follow-up actions.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of company events, enhancing team engagement and client relationships.
English Language Arts Teacher
St. Johns County School District
07.2022 - 03.2024
- Communicate Learning Goals and Feedback, Help Students Interact with New Knowledge, Help Students Practice and Deepen New Knowledge, Help Students Generate and Test Hypothesis, Engage Students, Establish Rules and Procedures, Recognize Adherence to Rules and Procedures, Establish and Maintain Effective Relationships with Students, Communicate High Expectations for All Students, Plan and Prepare Lessons and Units in compliance with B.E.S.T. Standards, Plan and Prepare for Use of Resources and Technology, Plan and Prepare for the Needs of English Language Learners, Plan and Prepare for the Needs of Students Receiving Special Education, Plan for and Empower of Students Who Lack Support for Schooling, Evaluate Personal Performances in Teaching
Research Assistant
Institute on Community Integration, NCEO, University of Minnesota
09.2020 - 06.2022
- Improving Instruction for ELs through Improved Accessibility Decisions Project: Preparing and editing text for reports or professional development modules, Collaborating on the development of reports, journal articles, conference papers, and other publications, Conduct literature reviews or state education policy reviews, Assist with qualitative and quantitative data analyses that may involve using Excel, Produce tables or figures
Virtual Elementary EL Teacher
South Washington County Schools of Minnesota
08.2019 - 06.2022
- EL curriculum development, Assess students (WiDA Screener and ACCESS), Implement MN State entrance/exit procedures, Collaborate with content teachers on co-teaching, develop and implement curriculum for online teaching, Advocate for families and students, build connections and relationships using online modes of communication and home visits, troubleshoot technology issues
Teacher Candidate Supervisor
University of Minnesota
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Supervise MA of Teaching students during their student teaching practicums, Teach weekly class at university, On-site observations, Weekly check-ins with TCs, Lesson plan reviews, Correspond with cooperating teachers, Grade students
EL Teacher (Woodbury Elementary/East Ridge High)
South Washington County Schools of Minnesota
08.2017 - 08.2019
- EL curriculum development, Assess students (WiDA Screener and ACCESS), Implement MN State entrance/exit procedures, Collaborate with content teachers on co-teaching, Work with counselors on student course schedules, Monitor student progress in courses and towards graduation, Advocate for students with other teachers or administration, Advocate for Parents with teachers or administration, Teach two ELD courses at high school level, Teach ELD and Sheltered ELA courses at elementary level
Learning Specialist
Hill-Murray School, Maplewood, MN
08.2011 - 06.2013
- On site coordinator for Nicholas Center (student learning center), facilitate daily testing accommodations, monitor student progress, teach study skills, collaborate with classroom teachers on IEP implementation, weekly student conferences to review progress and organization, scribed and read tests, as needed, mini lessons on content from core classes, attend commencement, attend school Mass
EL Teacher
Apple Valley High School, Apple Valley, MN
08.2002 - 06.2010
- In charge of department budget, teacher schedules, course offerings, attend commencement, EL curriculum development, Collaborate with other Department Chairs, school counselor for all EL students, student course schedules, monitor student progress in courses and towards graduation, advocate for students with other teachers or administration, advocate for Parents with teachers or administration, teach three different EL courses, Coordinate grant for retired counselor to work with EL students on college admission process
Education
BA - Spanish
University of MN, Twin Cities, MN
Twin Cities, MNMA - ESL
Hamline University, St. Paul, MN
St. Paul, MNPhD - SLE
University of MN, Twin Cities, MN
Twin Cities, MN03-2027
Skills
- Fostering student engagement
- Critical reading skills
- Literary analysis
- Building interpersonal relationships
- Collaborative learning
- Individualized instruction
- Online instruction
Affiliations
- Seesaw Ambassador
- Former Member of ELSIG (EL Stakeholder Input Group) at MN Department of Education
- Former Member of EL Committee for ESSA Implementation at MN Department of Education MN
- WIDA ELD Standards Facilitator
- Member of MinneTESOL
WEBINAR FACILITATOR & PRESENTATIONS
- Training General Education Teachers to Make Content Accessible for English Learners, 2021 TESOL International Convention and English Language Expo, Virtual, March 2021
- Virtually Connected: Co-teaching in a Virtual Classroom, Minnesota English Learner Education Conference, St. Paul, MN, November 2021
- Supporting English Learners in Your Classroom Workshop Series, West Virginia Department of Education, Virtual, August/September 2021
- Supporting English Learners in Your Classroom Workshop Series, West Virginia Department of Education, Virtual, May 2022
Publications
- Liu, K.K., Phillips, S., Wu, Y.C., Peterson, D., Funfé Tatah Mentan, C. & O’Donnell, K. Where do I go? What do I do? Training Educators of Rural English Learners to Provide Accessible Instruction and Assessment. In Teaching, Learning, and Leading in Rural Communities for Multilingual Students (Understanding Rural Education book series). Brill Publishers.
- Mentan, C.F.T., Peterson, D., Wu, Y.-C., Liu, K., & O’Donnell, K. Creating social change for English Learners by improving access to grade-level instruction. In English Language Learners: A Social Change Perspective. Rowan Littlefield Education in Conjunction with the National Association for Multicultural Education.
Timeline
Executive Assistant to the General Manager
Old Town Trolley Tours - St. Augustine
03.2024 - 02.2025
English Language Arts Teacher
St. Johns County School District
07.2022 - 03.2024
Research Assistant
Institute on Community Integration, NCEO, University of Minnesota
09.2020 - 06.2022
Virtual Elementary EL Teacher
South Washington County Schools of Minnesota
08.2019 - 06.2022
Teacher Candidate Supervisor
University of Minnesota
08.2019 - 08.2020
EL Teacher (Woodbury Elementary/East Ridge High)
South Washington County Schools of Minnesota
08.2017 - 08.2019
Learning Specialist
Hill-Murray School, Maplewood, MN
08.2011 - 06.2013
EL Teacher
Apple Valley High School, Apple Valley, MN
08.2002 - 06.2010
MA - ESL
Hamline University, St. Paul, MN
ELA Teacher
Flagler Palm Coast High School
BA - Spanish
University of MN, Twin Cities, MN
PhD - SLE
University of MN, Twin Cities, MN
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