Kimberley Sprafka
Huntington Beach
Summary
Innovative educator bringing 27-year background instructing students. Expertise in classroom oversight, course planning and behavior management. Successful at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders and support specialists to meet individual student needs. Committed to encouraging higher-order thinking to increase student performance.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Intermediate Science Teacher
Santa Ana Unified School District
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay updated on current research findings and best practices in science education.
- Incorporated project-based learning into the curriculum, challenging students to apply scientific principles in real-world situations while developing teamwork skills.
- Enhanced classroom environment for effective learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world applications of scientific concepts.
Intermediate Science and Math Teacher
Santa Ana Unified School District
08.2011 - 06.2023
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests, and assignments.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Adapted teaching style to accommodate diverse learning needs, resulting in improved academic performance for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting a deeper understanding of mathematical connections across subjects.
- Implemented data-driven instruction by analyzing student performance data to inform lesson planning and differentiation strategies.
Elementary School Teacher/Literacy Coach
Santa Ana Unified School District
08.1997 - 06.2011
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Conducted professional development workshops on effective literacy strategies for colleagues, enhancing overall instructional quality.
- Served as a mentor to new educators, sharing expertise in curriculum planning and classroom management techniques.
Education
Master of Science - Education (Reading And Math)
Walden University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Chapman University
Orange, CASkills
- Faculty Collaboration and Support
- Inquiry-based learning
- Technology Integration
- Classroom Management
Timeline
Intermediate Science Teacher
Santa Ana Unified School District
08.2023 - Current
Intermediate Science and Math Teacher
Santa Ana Unified School District
08.2011 - 06.2023
Elementary School Teacher/Literacy Coach
Santa Ana Unified School District
08.1997 - 06.2011
Master of Science - Education (Reading And Math)
Walden University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Chapman University
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