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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
11.2023 - 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
08.2021 - 08.2023
  • 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
07.2014 - 06.2021
  • 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, IN
05-2013

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Greensboro College
Greensboro, NC
05-1992

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
11.2023 - Current

Intervention Specialist

Alamance Burlington School System
08.2021 - 08.2023

Science/Reading Teacher

Alamance Burlington School System
07.2014 - 06.2021

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction - Concentration in Lit.

American College of Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Greensboro College

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