KS Kelli Smith

New York, NY 10024 (212)858-9803 kelli.smith0216@gmail.com

PROFESSIONAL Dedicated Special Education and Science Teacher with 28+ years of experience
SUMMARY teaching in public schools. Plans and delivers curriculum that includes
demonstrations, lectures, discussion and student experiments to develop
language, logic and problem-solving skills in classroom. Uses variety of
research-based instructional practices and current resources to support
instructional goals and student needs.

WORK HISTORY INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICS WITH EARTH/SPACE 10/2017 to CURRENT

TEACHER
Fayette County Public Schools | Lexington, KY
Taught Introduction to Physics with Earth/Space Science to students in
grades 9-12
Designed and implemented curriculum based on Kentucky state standards
Encouraged critical-thinking to understand reasoning behind physics
formulas
Incorporated project-based learning into the curriculum, challenging
students to apply scientific principles in real-world situations while
developing teamwork skills
Facilitated hands-on learning by creating and supervising laboratory
activities and discussions
Participated in professional development workshops to stay updated on
current research findings and best practices in science education
Instructed students in content-specific knowledge and skills to heighten
trajectory of academic and career success
Integrated technology such as Canvas, Google Classroom, Docs, and
Sheets into daily classroom routine
Served as a mentor for new teachers within the department, providing
guidance on effective teaching strategies and classroom management
techniques
Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning

SPECIAL EDUCATION BIOLOGY AND CHEMISTRY 03/2017 to 10/2017

TEACHER
New York City Department of Education | New York
Taught Living Environment and Chemistry to students in grades 9-12 in a
collaborative setting
Designed and implemented lessons aligned with New York Regents Exams
Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their
 academic success and personal growth
Chairperson for admission and release committee meetings for students
with disabilities
Collaborated with general education teachers to develop and enhance the
curriculum to improve education outcomes for students
Served as an academic advisor/mentor to students
Increased parent engagement through regular communication, building
strong relationships and fostering a supportive learning environment at
home
Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated
instruction and individualized support for diverse learners
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by
maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive
learning environment
Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to
help students reach learning objectives

CLASSROOM TEACHER 08/1996 to 02/2017

Fayette County Public Schools | Lexington, KY
Taught biology in grades 9-12 (6 years)
Taught integrated science in grades 6-8 (4 years)
Taught special education in grades K-12 in collaborative and resource
settings (12 years)
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying
current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques
accordingly.
Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using
various instructional techniques and technologies.
Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students
were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent
routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods,
ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring
additional support

MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE TEACHER 08/1995 to 07/1996

Knox County Board Of Education | Barbourville, KY
Taught integrated science to students in grades 7-8
Established clear classroom expectations and maintained consistent
discipline to promote an orderly and focused learning atmosphere
Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student
progress
Boosted student participation through the implementation of interactive
 group activities and peer collaboration exercises
Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities
and positive reinforcement techniques
Collaborated with fellow educators in interdisciplinary team-teaching
efforts, creating comprehensive lesson plans that spanned multiple subject
areas
Enriched classroom experiences with regular guest speakers from relevant
scientific fields, exposing students to real-world applications of course
material

EDUCATION Bachelor of Science | Biology and Secondary Education

Union College, Barbourville, Kentucky

Master of Arts | Science Education

Union College, Barbourville, Kentucky

Rank I Graduate Certification Program | LBD Special Education K-12

University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky

SKILLS Strong written and verbal Classroom Management

communication
Parent-Teacher Communication Lesson Planning
Technology Integration Collaboration and partnership
development
Student Development Project management
Cooperative Learning Lesson Plan Development
Skills Development Classroom oversight