Kennedy McPherson Educator Portfolio

Educator Portfolio

Kennedy McPherson 2026

Index

1. Resume

2. Lesson Plans

3. The Classroom

4. AVID in Action

5. Leadership

6. Professional Development

7. Thank You/Contact Info

Resume & References

About Me

Dedicated educator with experience teaching grades 7-12 and building supportive classroom environments where students feel encouraged to learn and grow. Known for creating engaging lessons, connecting with diverse learners, and collaborating with colleagues to support student success. Experienced in leadership as an SLC Team Lead and committed to helping students develop the skills, confidence, and curiosity they need for life beyond the classroom.

Education

University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College

University of Central Arkansas

Transcript

• AS Liberal Arts and Sciences
• Graduated May 2021

• BSE FCS Education
• Graduated May 2024

Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher - Joe T. Robinson High School

Classroom Responsibilities

• Family and Consumer Sciences (Grades 7–12), Personal Finance (10-12), Leadership & Service Learning (7-8)
• Plan and deliver instruction for middle and high school students.
• Develop curriculum and lessons aligned with state standards.
• Assess student learning and provide feedback to support academic growth.
• Manage classroom environment and promote student engagement.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
• Incorporate real-world skills and project-based learning into instruction.

Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher - Joe T. Robinson High School

Extracuricular Responsibilities

• Small Learning Community (SLC) Team Lead
• Coordinate and support a team of teachers within the Small Learning Community.
• Lead team meetings and facilitate communication among staff.
• Collaborate on instructional planning and student support strategies.
• Monitor student progress and help address academic or behavioral concerns.
• Assist with implementation of school initiatives and programs.
• Serve as a liaison between staff and school administration.

Certifications

PRAXIS Exam

Arkansas Teaching License

• Family and Consumer Sciences (Grades 7-12)
• Score : 177

• Grade/Subject Area: Family and Consumer Science 7-12
• CID: 10182016
• Date Issued : 5/22/24
• Valid Through : 12/31/2028

References

Contact Information

TW - Letter of Recommendation

KH- Letter of Recommendation

PL- Letter of Recommendation

LB- Letter of Recommendation

KC- Letter of Recommendation

Lesson Plans

FACS Lesson Plan

Prenatal Development

Written Lesson Plan

Student Work

Guided Notes

Presentation

Independent Practice

FACS Lesson Plan

Food Lab

Written Lesson Plan

Pre-Lab Worksheet

Post Lab Reflection

Recipe

Personal Finance Lesson Plan

Written Lesson Plan

Guided Notes

Independent Practice

Presentation

The Classroom

Mrs. McPherson's Classroom

After PicturesWinter 2025 & Spring 2026

Before PicturesSummer 2024

Classroom Procedures

SampleSeating Chart

Rules and Expectations

Centering Students

AVID in Action

AVID in Action

Insisting on Rigor

Aligning the Work

Advocating for Students

Breaking Down Barriers

Leadership

SLC Team Lead

• Responsible for collaborating with other team leads and admin to create meeting agendas
• Strong focus on student intervention
• Teams regularly discussed specific students of concern, sharing information about student's background and stratiegies that have been effective in helping students succeed
• Also helped start and organize new initiatives and organize school events
• Helped launch Freshman Ambassador program

Info

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Professional Development

Professional Development

ECS Works

Arkansas IDEAS

CPR Certification

AVIDEnhancing School Community

Thank you!

Email

Phone

Resume

Template

Instructions

Answer Key

Relavant Lessons

Using Formal Language Mini Lesson

Monthly Bell Ringers