1. Kimberly A. Black Potts
Teaching Goal:
To develop a challenging environment wherein every child has the ability and motivation to develop
their educational, emotional, and social needs to become independent lifelong learners.
Education:
Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, AZ
Master of Education, July 2011, Master of Education, 2013-present
Special Education: Certified Special Educators, Curriculum and Instruction: Technology
Loyola University, Chicago, IL
Completion of Accredited Certification Program, August 1999
Elementary Education, Concentration in Psychology
Howard University, Washington, D.C.
Bachelor of Science May 1992
Consumer Affairs, Minor in Business Management
Certification:
Elementary Education, Self-Contained (2000) (K-9)
Learning Behavior Specialist 1 (2012) (K-9)
Endorsement: Middle Grades, Social Studies (1999) (K-9)
Experience:
Carrie Jacobs Bond Elementary School, Chicago, Illinois
Teacher: 2013-present, Self contained/Cross Cat Diverse Learners 6-8th
grades
2005-2013 Self contained (TMH/Cluster program) Diverse Learners Intermediate and Upper
grades
William B. Ogden Elementary School, Chicago, Illinois
Teacher: 2003-2005 and 2000-2002 Self contained 5th
grade and Social Studies
2002-2003- 6th
and 7th
Grade Social Studies and 6th
grade Language Arts
Oriole Park Elementary School, Chicago, Illinois
Teacher: 1999-2000 Self contained Cross Cat. Special Education 6-8th
grades
1998-1999 Self contained 8th
grade, 7-8th
grade Writing.
• Generated weekly and quarterly lesson planning, reports, and assessments

2. • Generated Individual Educational Plans (IEPs) for annual reviews and three year reevaluations
• Ascertained students least restrictive environment
• Facilitated lessons to raise an interest and mastery in core subjects (Math, ELA, Science, Social Science)
• Fostered a challenging and rigorous work and learning environment to engage students in discussions
constructing meaning and developing their roles and values in the classroom and society
• Created a behavior and rewards incentive programs
• Effectively collaborate with parents, teachers, administration, and iterant team members.
• Certified Junior Great Books Instructor. Conducted weekly literature circle discussions to interpret and
comprehend stories and classroom novels.
• Participated in the Illinois History Fair 2000-2005
• Participated in Special Olympics (2005-present), Special Olympics Coach (2010-present)
• Actively communicated with parents, students, administration, paraprofessionals, and network office staff
• Proficient in executing and designing life skills training for special needs/profound students
• Attended professional development workshops and in-service meetings to foster lively discussions and additional
possibilities to promote student comprehension
• Participated in and implemented teacher/ staff development
• Created and implemented The Bond School Fee Store (2005-present)
• Proficient using Unique Learning System for diverse learners
• Engaged in school fundraisers
• Created tutoring program to assist in one on one learning program for off-tack students
• Designed and executed 8th
grade graduation activities and ceremonies (1999, 2000, 2009, 2011, 2012)
• Participated in afterschool programs and various school committees.
References: Available upon request