Kim Kautzman

Instructor and administrator who is efficient in working with both children and adults in education and training. I work well with a variety of people and believe that everyone has the capacity to learn. I specialize in standardized testing, training individuals, getting people excited about learning and conflict resolution.

In addition, I am able to utilize my computer skills to operate both Microsoft and Apple operating systems. I am proficient in setting up data tables to monitor individual progress. I use data to tailor learning for individuals.

Overton ISD-Math Instructor for grades 7,8,12th grade. Created curriculum, led the team when they introduced a new curriculum across the state. Made original lesson plans. kept records, coached team members.

Instructional Lead Teacher (Math) at Dallas Independent School District (2019-07 – 2023-08)

Oversaw the middle school math department, approximately 15 employees, and ensured that lessons coming from the network are correct and edited for time and content. Worked with teachers to get their techniques polished and provided feedback to improve instruction. Collected data on classroom teachers and analyzed student data to determine areas of concern. Worked in partnership with parents to promote a positive school environment in an underserved population.

• Oversaw middle school math department with approximately 15 employees
• Ensured lessons were correct and edited for time and content
• Provided feedback to teachers to improve instruction
• Collected and analyzed student data to identify areas of concern
• Worked with parents to promote positive school environment
• Attended district meetings monthly on school's behalf
• Used conflict negotiation skills to manage challenging behavior
• Filled in for teachers during extended absences
• Provided solutions for post-pandemic challenges

Technology Teacher at Manara STEM Arlington (2018-07 – 2019-08)

Worked as a technology teacher assisting students in digital arts and technology applications. Provided Math support for 4-8 grade to prepare them for standardized testing. Received and resolved technology tickets for computer problems across campus. Implemented character education through technology and real-life events.

• Assisted students in digital arts and technology applications
• Provided math support for grades 4-8 for standardized testing preparation
• Repaired computer problems across campus
• Turned in weekly lesson plans for multiple grades
• Implemented character education through technology
• Implemented real-life events such as stock trading, business designs, balancing bank accounts, and filing taxes
• In charge of student council for grades 6-8

Algebra and Geometry Teacher at Uplift Education Arlington (2016-07 – 2018-04)

Worked as a teacher in an international charter school. Implemented and created lesson plans to prepare all students to take advanced level math for their 8th grade year. Attended numerous on-the-job training and professional developments. Participated in pilot projects including blended learning implementation.

• Implemented and created lesson plans for advanced level math
• Prepared students for advanced math in 8th grade year
• Attended numerous on-the-job training and professional developments
• Worked with several teams to meet scholar needs
• Collaborated with others on team projects
• Participated in pilot projects including blended learning

Teacher/Administrator/Night School Lead Teacher at Responsive Education Solutions (2007-08 – 2015-08)

Determined training needs of each student through academic assessments. Conducted on-the-job training classes and demonstrated principles, techniques, procedures and methods of math and other subjects. Was asked to be interim principal after third year and then acted as assistant principal and math specialist. Was administrator of night and summer programs.

• Determined training needs of each student through academic assessments
• Conducted on-the-job training classes
• Appointed as interim principal after third year
• Acted as assistant principal and math specialist
• Motivated administration to add advanced technology to classrooms
• Was administrator of night and summer programs
• Wrote 7th grade math curriculum that was published
• Used creativity to teach math from grade 6 to pre-calculus
• Worked with at-risk students and gained their respect
• Supported character education in classroom
• Recruited students and provided orientations
• Created math diagnostic testing to determine student gaps
• Designed study guides for 10th and 11th grade standardized testing

Teacher/Bluebonnet Lead at Overton Independent School District

Taught 7, 8, and 12th-grade math in a small rural area. Designed lesson plans based off the Bluebonnet curriculum. Collected data so students would be successful on standardized tests. Had experience in upper-level math and prepared students for high school. Worked well with students that have gaps.

• Taught 7th, 8th, and 12th-grade math
• Designed lesson plans based on Bluebonnet curriculum
• Collected data to support student success on standardized tests
• Prepared students for high school with upper-level math experience
• Worked with students that have learning gaps

Caseworker - Department of Health and Human Services at State of Texas (2000-01 – 2006-12)

Worked with Department of Health and Human Services for three years determining benefits for food stamps, TANF, and Medicaid. Later transferred to child protective services. Eventually returned as Bilingual Case Manager.

• Determined benefits for food stamps, TANF, and Medicaid
• Used both computer and handwritten documentation
• Maintained 100 percent customer satisfaction with zero complaints
• Utilized resources to further help clients
• Learned Spanish to work with Hispanic community
• Took Spanish caseload
• Met strict timelines with cases reviewed for accuracy
• Managed several hundred cases from initial interview to reviews
• Transferred to child protective services
• Attended 3-month child abuse prevention program
• Performed home visits and school visits
• Interviewed adults and children
• Maintained impeccable records
• Returned as Bilingual Case Manager

Caseworker at Communities in Schools and Texas Department of Human Resources (2000-01 – 2006-12)

Caseworker experience with Communities in Schools and Texas Department of Human Resources

Restaurant Management at The Olive Garden

Restaurant Management Experience with the Olive Garden

Missionary in Guatemala at Church Missionary

Was a missionary in Guatemala with church. Served as a translator taking down information for doctors at intake. Joined the doctor to help translate patients' needs. Wrote and told patients at the pharmacy section how to take prescribed medication. Stayed with Guatemalan families and built meaningful connections.

• Served as translator for doctors at intake
• Translated patients' needs to doctors
• Provided medication instructions to patients at pharmacy
• Stayed with Guatemalan families and built meaningful connections

Masters of Education in Education with certification in Conflict Resolution – Abilene Christian University (2012-08)

Bachelors of Science in Sociology and Criminology – University of Texas at Tyler (1997-08)