Kyra Hildebrand-Bell
Lancaster,Pa
Summary
Dedicated Educator experienced in creating and fostering learning environments for students to raise confidence and expand knowledge base. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills and connects with students from diverse backgrounds. Experienced developing engaging lesson plans and assessments to measure student progress.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
WRAP Supervisor
YWCA School Age Program
08.2023 - Current
- Coach and mentor WRAP teachers in the program (WRAP is a PM kindergarten program in Penn Manor school district).
- Collaborate with Penn Manor administration at various elementary schools.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Help arrange and organize classrooms to meet ECERS and DHS standards.
- Observe teachers and classrooms to problem solve and provide feedback.
- Create and implement curriculum that aligns with PA Learning Standards.
- Conduct meetings/conferences with families to problem solve and have clear communication to support student success.
Pre-K Counts Teacher
YWCA Childcare Enrichment Center
05.2012 - 06.2023
- Supervise a class of 20 children with diverse ethnicities and needs.
- Record observations and score each on Teaching Strategies GOLD.
- Create lesson plans that align with Pennsylvania Early Learning Standards.
- Create engaging centers which are thematic and change according to students’ needs.
- Collaborate to write goals for children’s IEPs.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules.
- Created a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Completed Induction Program through the School District of Lancaster.
Education
Masters of Science in Education- Educational Strategies and Development -
Wilkes University
Wilkes-Barre, PA08.2022
Bachelors of Science in Education- Early Childhood and Special Education -
Millersville University
Millersville, PA05.2015
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Effective Communication
- Student Engagement
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Positive Learning Environment
- Professionalism
- PA Level II Teaching Certification in Early Childhood and Special Education
Student Teaching
- Conestoga Valley Middle School, Erin Evans, Taught the class independently for one full week and co-taught for six, communicated with sign language, attended an IEP meeting, worked one on one with students to meet their goals.
- Brecht Elementary School, Krista Templin, Taught the class independently for two full weeks, led guided reading groups, followed a reading and math curriculum, created math stations, communicated with families, was observed and evaluated by the principal, and created daily morning messages.
Timeline
WRAP Supervisor
YWCA School Age Program
08.2023 - Current
Pre-K Counts Teacher
YWCA Childcare Enrichment Center
05.2012 - 06.2023
Masters of Science in Education- Educational Strategies and Development -
Wilkes University
Bachelors of Science in Education- Early Childhood and Special Education -
Millersville University
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