Teresa Kirby
Pell City,AL
Summary
Accomplished educator with a track record of fostering student achievement and classroom harmony, as evidenced by roles at Leeds City Schools and beyond. Expert in curriculum development and classroom management, I excel in team collaboration and problem-solving, significantly enhancing learning outcomes and parental engagement.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Second Grade Teacher
Leeds City Schools
08.2022 - Current
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of growth for students, implementing targeted interventions to close achievement gaps.
Kindergarten, First Grade Teacher
Anniston Board of Education
09.2014 - 05.2023
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating engaging phonics activities and guided reading sessions.
Kindergarten Teacher
Douglasville Board of Education
08.2005 - 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.
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
- Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multi-sensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills.
Second Grade, Fourth Grade Teacher
Clayton County Schools
08.2001 - 05.2006
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
Fourth Grade Teacher
Worth County Board of Education
08.2000 - 05.2001
- Tracked student progress using formative and summative assessments, informing future instruction and support strategies.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Implemented differentiated instruction methods to meet the diverse needs of each learner, ensuring academic growth across all ability levels.
- Incorporated diverse instructional strategies, accommodating different learning styles and needs within the classroom.
Teacher
St. Clair County Head Start
08.1999 - 05.2000
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
Kindergarten Teacher
Pell City School System
08.1996 - 05.1999
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
Education
Educational Specialist - Reading
Nova Southeastern University
Miami, FL04.2009
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL12.2001
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood And Elementary Education
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL05.1993
Skills
- Curriculum Implementation
- Team Collaboration
- Problem-solving skills
- Lesson Plan Development
- Classroom Management
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Student-Centered Learning
- Summer School Instruction
- Common Core Standards
- Curriculum Development
- Multitasking and Organization
Timeline
Second Grade Teacher
Leeds City Schools
08.2022 - Current
Kindergarten, First Grade Teacher
Anniston Board of Education
09.2014 - 05.2023
Kindergarten Teacher
Douglasville Board of Education
08.2005 - 05.2014
Second Grade, Fourth Grade Teacher
Clayton County Schools
08.2001 - 05.2006
Fourth Grade Teacher
Worth County Board of Education
08.2000 - 05.2001
Teacher
St. Clair County Head Start
08.1999 - 05.2000
Kindergarten Teacher
Pell City School System
08.1996 - 05.1999
Educational Specialist - Reading
Nova Southeastern University
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Jacksonville State University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood And Elementary Education
Jacksonville State University
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