Tim Keyes
Cixi, Ningbo, Zhejaing,China
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Science & English Teacher
Ningbo Qianwan Ciji Foreign Language School
08.2023 - Current
- ESL teacher for Grades 4 and 5 students
- Earth Science teacher for Grade 7 students and Life Science teacher for Grade 8 students.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
Science Teacher
Haines City Senior (Public) High School
08.2015 - 08.2023
- Earth/Space science, Oceanography, & Environmental Science teacher for 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Designed innovative science curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
Science Teacher
Lakeland Highlands (Public) Middle School
12.2009 - 07.2015
- Life Science (basic Biology) teacher for 7th grade students.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
English Teacher
Muffy’s Place English School (Training Center)
02.2009 - 11.2009
- Kindergarten English teacher for Chinese students, following a Canadian kindergarten curriculum.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
- Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
English Teacher
Little America English Academy
07.2006 - 02.2009
- Kindergarten, primary grades, and middle school English teacher for Korean students.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
1st Grade Teacher
Kingsford (Public) Elementary School
08.2003 - 06.2006
- Taught reading, mathematics, social studies, and science to 1st grade students.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Education
Master of Education in TESOL - Curriculum And Instruction
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Florida Southern College
Lakeland, FL12.2005
Skills
- Environmental Science content knowledge specialist
- Excellent classroom management skills
- Have an awareness of, and a sensitivity to diverse cultures
- Ability to remain professional, flexible, and passionate for students
Awards
- 4.0 GPA - Graduated with a 4.0 grade point average in M.Ed. program from USF.
- Cum laude - Graduated with honors (3.65 GPA) in B.S. program from FSC.
- Teacher of the Year - Voted teacher of the year at Little America in 2007 & 2008
Certification
State of Florida Department of Education Educator Certificate
Coverages and Endorsements:
- Elementary Education Grades K - 6
- Biology Grades 6 -12
- General Science Grades 5 - 9
- English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Timeline
Science & English Teacher
Ningbo Qianwan Ciji Foreign Language School
08.2023 - Current
Science Teacher
Haines City Senior (Public) High School
08.2015 - 08.2023
Science Teacher
Lakeland Highlands (Public) Middle School
12.2009 - 07.2015
English Teacher
Muffy’s Place English School (Training Center)
02.2009 - 11.2009
English Teacher
Little America English Academy
07.2006 - 02.2009
1st Grade Teacher
Kingsford (Public) Elementary School
08.2003 - 06.2006
State of Florida Department of Education Educator Certificate
Coverages and Endorsements:
- Elementary Education Grades K - 6
- Biology Grades 6 -12
- General Science Grades 5 - 9
- English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Master of Education in TESOL - Curriculum And Instruction
University of South Florida
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Florida Southern College
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