Kimberly C.
Private tutor in Colorado Springs, CO
Education
3.74 GPA Elementary Education major at Colorado Mesa University
Experience
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 1. District 49, Colorado Springs, CO August 2018 - Present Educational Support Paraprofessional, Academy for Literacy, Learning, and Innovation Excellence Teach assigned lessons according to state and district standards using specified curriculums in ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies, Technology, Art, PE, and Music during teacher planning periods. Implement Take Flight Therapy and other dyslexia based therapy modules with small groups. Support classroom teachers and certified language therapists with classroom instruction by assisting students with learning goals. Supervise students in the classroom, playground, lunchroom and other areas. Participate in planning activities and discussions regarding student’s needs and progress. 2. Grand Rapids Public School District, Grand Rapids, MI January 2016 - January 2018 Literacy Paraprofessional, Mulick Park Elementary Instructed and reinforced reading concepts in small and large groups within state RTI parameters. Educated students on research study skills utilizing library based lesson plans and online databases. Produced weekly grade appropriate lesson plans about library skills, books, authors, and library coding systems. Formulated and supervised school-wide reading/literacy events. First Lego League Robotics Coach - mentored a team of students for the FLL Robotics area annual competitions from 2016 to 2018. Guided students through robotics engineering and design. Advised team-building strategies to help create a positive impact on social, community, and environmental issues. 3. Creative Care Childcare Center, Collegeville, PA August 2013 – August 2014 Lead Infant/Young Toddler Teacher Ensured safety and maintained healthy, hygienic classrooms for children ages 6 months through 12 years old. Created and implemented daily curriculum planned according to PA educational standards with exceptional attention to learning goals. Evaluated and achieved PA Keystone Star 4 rating for Collegeville center. Supported a positive and energetic learning environment by outstanding teamwork dedication. 4. LNESC Lulac Educational Service Centers, Colorado Springs, CO Spring Semester 2013 Tutor/Mentor for Upward Bound Program Colorado Springs School District #2 Harrison High School Responsible for tutoring and mentoring high school students for college prep and college applications. Worked directly with students on creating goals and how to improve grades. High success rate of students improving grades from initially receiving grades F and throughout program had increased to a C or higher. Created process improvement tactics to increase attendance. Coordinated and planned several events for parent/teacher/student/tutor in order to increase involvement of family and focus on support of the students. Initiated a weekly raffle and prizes for those who frequently participated in tutor/mentor program. 5. National Student Speech Hearing Language Association, Metro State University of Denver Chapter Spring 2012 Student Team Member Promoted literacy to children via phoneme-grapheme correlation. Major contributor to leading the Regional Book Drive to benefit the Denver Head Start Programs. Responsible for planning, coordinating and distributing books to children around the Denver Metro Area. Utilized scaffolding language acquisition skills using donated books.
Subject Expertise
4th Grade math6th Grade Writing6th Grade Science6th Grade Reading6th Grade math6th Grade5th Grade Writing5th Grade Science5th Grade Reading5th Grade math5th Grade4th Grade Writing4th Grade Science4th Grade Reading1st Grade4th Grade3rd Grade Writing3rd Grade Science3rd Grade Reading3rd Grade math3rd Grade2nd Grade Writing2nd Grade Reading2nd Grade math2nd Grade1st Grade Writing1st Grade Reading1st Grade math
Availability
Weekdays after 4PM, Weekends at any time
Can Meet
Up to 20 minutes away at my regular hourly rate
Hobbies
Spending time with my husband and daughter, hiking, concerts, running
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