Kimberly Gadd
Alexandria
Summary
At Cincinnati Public Schools, I excelled in fostering a supportive learning environment and enhancing student engagement through innovative lesson planning. My expertise in classroom management and ability to build strong relationships with students and parents led to significant improvements in academic performance and behavior, showcasing my role as a positive mentor and skilled educator.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Cincinnati Public Schools
08.2002 - Current
- 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.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Northern Kentucky University
Newport, KY05-1996
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Northern KY University
Newport, KY12-1993
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
Timeline
Teacher
Cincinnati Public Schools
08.2002 - Current
Master of Arts - Education
Northern Kentucky University
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Northern KY University
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