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Kyra Finley

Summary

Dedicated certified teacher with experience in developing engaging lesson plans, managing classroom behavior, and integrating technology into instruction. Skilled in collaborating with colleagues and committed to building strong relationships with students and parents to support student success.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Substitute Teacher

Bryan County School District
Richmond Hill, GA
01.2025 - Current
  • Provided classroom instruction following regular teacher's lesson plans.
  • Collaborated with regular teachers to ensure continuity of instruction.
  • Maintained classroom order and enforced school and class rules.

Community basketball coach

Richmond Hill High School
Richmond Hill
06.2024 - Current
  • Plan and conduct basketball practices focused on skill development, teamwork, and strategic understanding of the game
  • Motivate and mentor student-athletes, fostering a positive, inclusive team environment that emphasizes sportsmanship and personal growth
  • Provide individual coaching and feedback to players to improve performance and address specific areas of development

Food server/bartender

Ford Field and River Club
10.2021 - Current
  • Company Overview: The Ford Field & River Club
  • Ensures that all members, guests and co-workers are treated in a friendly and respectful manner in accordance with the standards of excellence of The Ford Field & River Club
  • Efficiently serves food and drinks in a friendly and courteous manner, offers suggestions on daily specials and wine selections
  • The Ford Field & River Club

Internship II

Richmond Hill Elementary School
Richmond Hill
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Develop and implement engaging lesson plans, activities, and assignments that cater to diverse learning needs
  • Utilize technology tools, such as an interactive smart board and educational resources to enhance and improve student learning
  • Collaborate with mentor teachers and colleagues to plan instruction and discuss strategies for improving student outcomes
  • Manage classroom behavior by establishing clear expectations and fostering a positive learning environment

Internship I

Metter Elementary School
Metter
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Supported classroom instruction by assisting the lead teacher in preparing materials, organizing activities, and managing student engagement
  • Developed engaging, interactive lesson plans and activities that promoted and enhanced student learning
  • Supported individual students or small groups by providing additional guidance on assignments and reinforcing lesson concepts

Education

Bachelor of Science - Education

Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, Ga
12.2024

Skills

  • Lesson Planning and Implementation
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Leadership
  • Classroom Management

Certification

  • l5T Elementary Education (p-5)
  • Certificate Level 4

Timeline

Substitute Teacher

Bryan County School District
01.2025 - Current

Internship II

Richmond Hill Elementary School
08.2024 - 12.2024

Community basketball coach

Richmond Hill High School
06.2024 - Current

Internship I

Metter Elementary School
01.2024 - 05.2024

Food server/bartender

Ford Field and River Club
10.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Education

Georgia Southern University
Kyra Finley