KELLY BURTON
Prince George
Summary
Transformational educator with thirty-one years of diverse teaching and leadership experience, dedicated to enhancing educational programs and fostering student achievement. Demonstrated expertise in curriculum alignment, mentoring new educators, and leading professional development initiatives that promote academic excellence. I am a strong advocate for the arts and community engagement, committed to creating innovative learning environments that cater to diverse student needs. Adept in leadership, collaboration, and problem-solving, with a focus on inspiring future generations of learners and leaders.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Prince George County Public Schools
Prince George
08.2004 - Current
- Gifted and Talented Resource Teacher grades 8-9
- Advanced English 8, Pre-Algebra, Grade 5, English 8, and Reading Teacher
- Fostered effective school-community relations by serving on Gifted Advisory
- Served on VTSS, Safety, Hospitality, Royal Block Leadership, and Reading Committees
- Served as a New-Teacher Mentor and as a member of Personal Learning Communities
- Served as an Administrative Intern at Summer Prep Academy 2021
- Led professional development sessions on Differentiation, Reading and Writing
- Served as SACS Facilitator, SCA Sponsor, JV and Middle School Cheer Coach, and Literary Magazine Sponsor
- Collaborated to vertically and horizontally align English curriculum
- Assisted in the development of Academic Lab and Read 180 Program
- Taught at the Summer Fine Arts Academy
- Awarded Teacher of Year in 2004
Teacher
Colonial Heights Public Schools
Colonial Heights
08.1994 - 08.2004
- Enhanced academic programs with collaboration of the Fine Arts Department
- Exposed students to diverse content to build drama pedagogy
- Sponsored the Drama Club, Yearbook, and Crime Solvers
- Produced over 20 theatrical performances
- Awarded Teacher of Year in 1993
Education
Master’s degree - Administration and Supervision
Liberty University
Lynchburg, Virginia05.2025
Master of Teaching -
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia12.1993
Bachelor of Science -
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia12.1993
Associate of Science -
Richard Bland College
Petersburg05.1991
Skills
- Critical and creative thinking
- Interpersonal and intrapersonal skills
- Oral and written communication
- Leadership and coaching
- Team building and mentoring
- Growth mindset and adaptability
- Organizational skills
- Time management and pedagogy
Timeline
Teacher
Prince George County Public Schools
08.2004 - Current
Teacher
Colonial Heights Public Schools
08.1994 - 08.2004
Master’s degree - Administration and Supervision
Liberty University
Master of Teaching -
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor of Science -
Virginia Commonwealth University
Associate of Science -
Richard Bland College
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