Kirstie Dixon
Greensboro,NC
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Alamance Burlington School System, adept at fostering student engagement and enhancing literacy skills. Skilled in differentiated instruction and effective classroom management, I have successfully supported struggling readers, leading to significant improvements in reading levels. A dedicated mentor, I prioritize strong parent-teacher communication to promote student success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools
2023.11 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Instructs students ages five thru eight in a behavioral, mental health facility.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- 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.
Intervention Specialist
Alamance Burlington School System
2021.08 - 2023.08
- Built strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by incorporating social-emotional learning strategies into daily activities.
- Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill development, enhancing academic growth for all participants.
- Provided ongoing assessment of student progress, adjusting interventions as needed to optimize results.
- Progress monitored weekly to assess progress towards goals
Science/Reading Teacher
Alamance Burlington School System
2014.07 - 2021.06
- Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
- Boosted student fluency rates by utilizing effective instructional strategies during small group instruction.
- Supported struggling readers through individualized interventions and progress monitoring, leading to improved reading levels.
- Contributed to school-wide literacy initiatives by participating in committees focused on curriculum development, assessment practices, and teacher training programs.
- Co-taught with fifth grade teachers to improve Science test scores.
- Value Added Data scores above district and state average
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction - Concentration in Lit.
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN2013-05
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Greensboro College
Greensboro, NC1992-05
Skills
- Effective classroom management
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Analytical reasoning
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Classroom instruction
- Differentiated instruction
Accomplishments
- Extensive literacy knowledge
- Teacher of the year
- Published a children's book
- Grade level chair
- Fundations Trained
- Program Coordinator
Timeline
Teacher
Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools
2023.11 - Current
Intervention Specialist
Alamance Burlington School System
2021.08 - 2023.08
Science/Reading Teacher
Alamance Burlington School System
2014.07 - 2021.06
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction - Concentration in Lit.
American College of Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Greensboro College