Kelsey D.

Smiley
5629 Hazel Loop South East, Auburn, WA 98092
253-397-5082
kelsey.smiley@gmail.com
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE:

Caring, dedicated, and progressive mathematics educator with student teaching experience from
Hamilton International Middle School. Strong ability to implement classroom management strategies that
promote a safe learning environment for all students. With six years experience in the pediatric healthcare
field and six years in Montessori education, adept in interacting and communicating with, and addressing
the needs of children of all ages and backgrounds.

EDUCATION:

Master of Arts in Teaching, Mathematics, grades 5-9 April 2016

Western Governors University Washington, Seattle, Washington

Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration, General Management December 2008

Western Washington University, Bellingham, Washington

LICENSURE:

Middle Level Mathematics June 2016

CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE:

Ga Junior High School, Ga, Upper West Region, Ghana August 2016 to December 2016
Peace Corps Volunteer Teacher

Developed and executed engaging and culturally appropriate lesson plans

Effectively managed a junior high school class of 42 students ranging in age from twelve to eighteen

Hamilton International Middle School, Seattle, Washington January 2016 to March 2016
Student Teacher

Created and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned to Common Core State Standards
Effectively managed middle school aged students in classes of nineteen to thirty-seven students
Incorporated multiple research-based teaching strategies into instruction

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Seattle Children's Hospital, Seattle, Washington December 2009 to December 2015

Family Service Coordinator

Provided patient support services to ensure positive, professional and efficient patient encounters
Maximized customer experience through accurate triaging of patient check-ins, and inquiries
Minimized errors in patient information accounts by updating demographics
Increased outpatient census by scheduling return appointments with families
Reduced billing department waste by collection and processing of patient co-pays at time of visit

St. Nicholas Montessori School, Auburn, Washington October 2003 to June 2009
Teaching Assistant / Office Manager / Administrative Intern

Supported head teachers in educating up to twenty children in classrooms of two to eight year olds
Promoted school enrollment by giving information and tours to prospective families
Analyzed the Washington Administrative Codes to ensure school compliance
Implemented corrective action plans for discrepancies in upholding State codes
Improved record-keeping by creating spreadsheets for documenting student academic progress
Assisted supervisor in organizing staff schedules, creating consistency in teacher to student ratios