BARNES, KIERRA

568 Gonzaga Cir. Hampton, Ga 30228

(678)764-2169
Kbarnes2@radford.edu
https://sites.google.com/site/kierrasbarnes/udl
OBJECTIVE
Pursue a career teaching early childhood/special education as I provide the foundational academic,
developmental, and social skills needed to succeed. By providing a supportive environment where
each student is given developmentally appropriate resources and opportunity to thrive.
EDUCATION
Radford University
Undergraduate, Bachelors Degree
College of Education and Human Development
Interdisciplinary Studies Early Childhood (IDEC)
Benedict College
Undergraduate, Bachelors Degree
School of Education
Child & Family Studies
Full-time student; Cumulative GPA 3.75

2010-2011

Luella High School

Diploma General Academic Studies
Full-time student; Cumulative GPA 3.0
Early Childhood Program (Teacher Cadet)
Internship with Luella Academy (2010)
Member of varsity track team/color guard 4 years

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
CPR/First Aid Certified
Experience in administering and implementing the following
assessments:
Assessment, Evaluation, and Programming System
(AEPS)
Battelle Developmental Inventory, Second Edition (BDI-2)
Early Learning Accomplishment Profile (E-LAP)
Phonological Awareness Literacy Screening (PALS)
Functional Behavior Analysis (FBA)
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568 Gonzaga Cir. Hampton, Ga 30228
(678)764-2169
Kbarnes2@radford.edu
https://sites.google.com/site/kierrasbarnes/udl

Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP)

Experience with Smart Board
Experience with multiple data collection methods
Ability to keep accurate and organized records
Ability and willingness to collaborate with others
Experience in inclusive settings and differentiated instruction
Experience in working with families of different cultures
Experience in teaching using a variety of strategies/methods
including positive behavior supports
Strong work ethic and desire to exceed expectations
Desire to seek motivators to drive student success

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Rainbow Riders; Blacksburg, Va
Student Teacher- Maroon Room (1 year olds)
Assist and learn from the teacher as I worked with one year olds.

Virginia Infant Toddler Connection; Blacksburg, Va

[Developed syllabus and overall course structure, and administered all grades.]

Mcharg Elementary; Radford, VA

Inter-As an intern I assisted teachers in the classroom while providing a safe and fun learning
environment for children

Rainbow Riders; Blacksburg, VA

Intern-As an intern I assisted teachers in the classroom while providing a safe and fun learning
environment for children

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BARNES, KIERRA
568 Gonzaga Cir. Hampton, Ga 30228
(678)764-2169
Kbarnes2@radford.edu
https://sites.google.com/site/kierrasbarnes/udl

RELATED EXPERIENCE
Felicity Early Learning Center; Jonesboro, GA
After School Teacher
As the after school teacher I helped the children complete their homework

Developed and taught lessons and extra activities for children first grade through 5 th grade.

Luella Academy; Locust Grove, Ga

Intern
While interning, I was able to observe and assist the classroom teacher in day-to-day activities
as well as being able write and teach lessons.

MEMBERSHIPS
Member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.
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REFERENCES
References available upon request