Kelly Chevalier
Valparaiso,IN
Summary
At Crown Point Community Schools, I excelled as a Biomedical and Biology Science Teacher as well as Science Department Co-chairperson, leveraging my expertise in technology integration and fostering strong relationships to enhance student outcomes. In my tenure at Crown Point High School, I have spearheaded creating innovative, differentiated instruction strategies and champion faculty collaboration, significantly enriching the educational experience of all learners. As a foundational member of our PLTW Biomedical Science PLC, I utilized a range of teaching methods to address different learning styles, promoting well-rounded understanding. In addition, I have developed STEM curriculum to both differentiate and enhance learning outcomes for all students in all of my classes. Experienced with curriculum development, a continued goal of mine is to ensure educational content both meets all necessary standards and engages students in hands-on learning.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher; Science Department Co-chairperson
Crown Point Community Schools
08.2015 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Conducted ongoing professional development in educational technology, keeping teaching approach current and effective.
- Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
IDOE ILearn Content & Standards Review Committee
Indiana Department of Education
11.2024 - 11.2024
- Provided constructive feedback to content creators for continuous improvement in their work.
- Supported ongoing platform enhancements by providing detailed feedback and recommendations for content review process improvements.
IDOE ILearn Content & Standards Review Committee
Indiana Department of Education
01.2025 - 01.2025
- Test item review for content and standards alignment in high-stakes, standardized test items
- Standard-content alignment review in proposed standardized test items
Education
Ph.D. - Educational Psychology
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA05-2028
Master of Arts - Teaching Biology
Indiana University Kokomo
Kokomo, IN05-2021
Master of Arts - School Administration
Indiana Wesleyan
Marion05-2021
Associate of Arts - Transition To Teaching
Indiana Wesleyan
Marion, IN01-2015
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Indiana University Northwest
Gary, IN12-2001
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Growth mindset
- Classroom instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Curriculum development
- Technology integration
- Project-based learning
- Community involvement
- Data-driven instruction
- Faculty collaboration
- Subject matter expertise
- Indiana teaching credentials/license
Certification
- Indiana Teachers License
- Indiana Building-level Administrator's License
Timeline
IDOE ILearn Content & Standards Review Committee
Indiana Department of Education
01.2025 - 01.2025
IDOE ILearn Content & Standards Review Committee
Indiana Department of Education
11.2024 - 11.2024
Teacher; Science Department Co-chairperson
Crown Point Community Schools
08.2015 - Current
- Indiana Teachers License
- Indiana Building-level Administrator's License
Ph.D. - Educational Psychology
Regent University
Master of Arts - Teaching Biology
Indiana University Kokomo
Master of Arts - School Administration
Indiana Wesleyan
Associate of Arts - Transition To Teaching
Indiana Wesleyan
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Indiana University Northwest
Similar Profiles
Jessica GuteshaJessica Gutesha
Registered Behavior Technician at Crown Point Community SchoolsRegistered Behavior Technician at Crown Point Community Schools
Tami WolfTami Wolf
Library Assistant at Crown Point Community Library- Winfield BranchLibrary Assistant at Crown Point Community Library- Winfield Branch
Samantha Bruscemi-YackoSamantha Bruscemi-Yacko
RTI Interventionist at Crown Point Community School CorporationRTI Interventionist at Crown Point Community School Corporation