1. Kimberly A. Chicchi
kimberlychicchi@gmail.com
Objective
Dedicated Educator seeks to utilize her passion for teaching using evidence based practices as a Business,
Computer, and Information Technology Teacher or Secondary Special Education Teacher
Teaching Certifications
 Business, Computer, and Information Technology (K-12)
 Instructional Technology Specialist (K-12)
 Secondary Special Education (7-12)
 Secondary Social Studies (7-12)
 Secondary English (7-12)
Education
M.Ed. in Secondary Social Studies Education, GPA: 3.75
University of Pittsburgh, August 2005
Bachelor of Arts in History, GPA: 3.40
Certificate in Women’s Studies, GPA: 3.54
University of Pittsburgh, December 2002
Secondary Special Education Certification, GPA: 3.7
California University of Pennsylvania, May 2014
Instructional Technology Specialist Certification, GPA: 3.75
Clarion University of Pennsylvania, April 2010
Experience
Business, Computer, Information Technology Teacher
Agora Cyber Charter School 08/2014-Present
 Taught Computer Science, an upper level high school course where students learned to program using
the Python language
 Taught an Engineering Design Class where students learned the basics of Computer Aided Design,
using CAD Std.
 Taught Computer Fundamentals and Computer Literacy, which focused on computer applications,
such as Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as basic computer hardware and software
 Used BlackBoard Collaborate to teach live lessons, small group sessions, and one-on-one tutoring
sessions
 Participated in numerous IEP meetings, and collaborated with Special Education Teachers regarding
Specially Designed Instruction
 Incorporated various forms of technology into the curriculum, such as webquests, wikis, blogs, and
podcasts
 Effectively addressed each student’s learning style and ability, and used a variety of different teaching
methodologies, such as Direct Instruction, discussion, demonstration, cooperative learning, and
individualized instruction
 Developed and maintained positive interactions and rapport with students, faculty, parents, and
administrators
 Mentored new teachers
 Received a distinguished rating on classroom observations in all four modalities
 Administered PSSA and Keystone exams at various locations in Western PA.
 Successfully completed a Pennsylvania Teacher Induction program

2. Substitute Teacher
South Park, Upper St. Clair, Peters Township School Districts 08/2013 – 06/2014
 Repeatedly recommended for assignments involving students with Special Needs
 Managed a wide range classes with an emphasis on Special Education and Social Studies
 Performed essential classroom duties within three separate school districts, often with little notice or
guidance, while exceeding district educational and behavioral expectations
 Effectively addressed each student’s learning style and ability, and used a variety of different teaching
methodologies, such as Direct Instruction, discussion, demonstration, cooperative learning, and
individualized instruction
 Developed and maintained positive interactions and rapport with students, faculty, and administrators
Special Education Field Experience 6/2013 – 08/2013
Frazier High School
 Provided daily support and individualized instruction to students with Autism Spectrum Disorder,
Multiple Disabilities, and Learning Disabilities
 Collaborated with the Special Education Teacher, Speech Therapist, Occupational Therapist, and
Paraprofessionals to determine the best academic and behavioral interventions for each student
 Conducted Progress Monitoring to assess each students present level of performance
 Assisted with Precision Teaching to measure the fine motor skills of students
 Facilitated the use of appropriate social and behavioral skills, such as maintaining eye contact and
appropriate communication via words or pictures.
Instructional Technology Integration Coach
Yough High School 09/2010 – 06/2011
South Allegheny High School 08/2007-06/2009
 Modeled and assisted teachers with technology integration
 Facilitated School based professional development
 Taught two separate 30 hour PDE mandated online courses on Instructional Technology through
Learning Sciences International
 Identified school teaching and learning needs
 Co-taught technology driven lessons
 Assisted with the coordination of Flip the Switch, a community event that highlights technology
integration
 Attended an annual week long 12 hour/day “‘Classrooms for the Future Boot Camp” on effective
practices in instructional technology
 Actively participated in the Pennsylvania Educational Technology Expo and Conference in Hershey,
PA
Geography and Keyboarding Teacher
Commonwealth Connections Academy 08/2009-06/2010
 Taught World Geography and Keyboarding using an innovative Live Lesson format
 Successfully completed a Pennsylvania Teacher Induction program
 Designed, developed and implemented marketing and sales campaigns
 Lead presenter at marketing events
 Administered the Pennsylvania System of School Assessment at various locations across the state of
Pennsylvania
 Monitored graduation requirements and scheduled students for the upcoming school year

3. Eighth Grade World Geography Teacher 08/2006-06/2007
John Yeates Middle School
 Taught Eighth Grade World Geography
 Participated in a Teacher Induction Program
 Attended monthly trainings and faculty meetings
 Co-Taught an Inclusion class
 Incorporated various forms of technology into the curriculum, such as webquests, wikis, blogs, and
podcasts
 Effectively addressed each student’s learning style and ability, and used a variety of different teaching
methodologies, such as Direct Instruction, discussion, demonstration, cooperative learning, and
individualized instruction
 Developed and maintained positive interactions and rapport with students, faculty, parents, and
administrators
Teaching Assistant- Instructional Technology in the Social Studies Curriculum
University of Pittsburgh 08/2003 – 12/2003
 Taught graduate students how to integrate technology into the Social Studies curriculum
 Taught web page design, FTP, Excel, PowerPoint, and Windows Movie Maker to graduate students in
the school of Education
 Co-planned lessons with mentor
 Tutored graduate students in the School of Education on effective technology integration
Professional Memberships
 Council for Exceptional Children
 National Council for the Social Studies
 Pennsylvania Association for Educational Communications and Technology
Computer Skills
Windows and Mac Operating Systems, Learning Management Systems (Blackboard and Moodle),
BlackBoard Collaborate, Python Computer Programming Language, Web Design, CAD Std.,
Screencasting, (Jing, Camtasia), Interactive White Board software (ActivInspire, Walk and Talk)
Honors and Awards
Golden Key International Honor Society
National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Who’s Who Among College Students
Phi Alpha Theta History Honorary