kspencer

Personal Information

First Name

Kimberly

Last Name

Spencer

My job at K12 is:

I currently work for the International Academy (iCademy) and the K¹² Educator Group

I have worked here for

2004.

My family is comprised of:

My wonderful husband, Matt, and I have four children: Kelly (14), Samantha (13), Cassidy (12), and Troy (10). We also have a Pug puppy (Boo), a cat (Stray Cat Spencer), and a Leopard Gecko (Spots) rounding out the family.

I am passionate about my job:

 

I always tell people it is ridiculous how much I love my job!   To be able to work with such a comprehensive, rich curriculum while learning new technology and continuously evolving  methods and practices for teaching in an online arena is exciting and fulfilling.  I also get to work with the most amazingly wonderful team of coworkers ever!

My educational background includes

 

B.S. in Journalism/English minor from the University of Florida and an M.S. in English Education from Nova Southeastern University.  I am certified to teach high school English, English 5-9, Middle Grades Integrated Curriculum and Elementary Education K-6.

My professional background includes

 

I taught middle school English, reading and creative writing in the brick and mortar world before joining the Florida Virtual Academy staff in 2005.  I moved to the K¹² Educator Group and iCademy last year.  Since joining this team, I have worked with students and teachers at the Georgia Virtual Academy, the Texas Virtual Academy and Virginia Virtual Programs along with my work at the International Academy.  I am also currently teaching a high school section of Literary Analysis and Composition in Florida.

On weekends I like to

Run on the beach, do yoga, read, write, spend time with family and friends.

Other sites and blogs I follow include

 

The great schools blog, The Cool Cat Teacher Blog, Classroom 2.0., Politics Daily

My favorite food is

Seafood – any kind!

I blog or participate on other folks' blogs because

It is a great way to open the lines of communication by sharing ideas, stories, and information.