ABIGAIL WOLCOTT KIM
Summers,AR
Summary
Humanities educator specializing in Social Studies and ESOL, dedicated to developing creative lessons that support student growth. Expertise in mentoring, fostering cultural awareness, and implementing programs that enhance academic and emotional support for students in dynamic learning environments. Passionate about servant-leadership, social justice, education, and cultures.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Studies Teacher & Dept. Head
Kigali International Community School
Kigali, Rwanda
08.2021 - Current
- Taught 6th & 7th Grade World Studies, 6th Grade ELA, 9th Grade Geography, Comparative Civics & Politics, AP Comparative Government
- Collaborated with colleagues in Writing Curriculum Review, Social Studies Curriculum Review, and ACSI Re-Accreditation
- Developed materials and training to support staff and students in navigating transitions within our highly mobile community.
- Facilitated extracurricular programs including starting a Crafting Club and Nudge Wetu, a mentoring club.
Upper Elementary Facilitator
Bright Haven Learning Center
Springdale, AR
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Guided small group educational activities during Covid to enhance understanding.
- Created hands-on learning experiences that complemented online learning and promoted social-emotional development.
ESOL Aide
Siloam Springs School District
Siloam Springs
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Administered placement assessments and instructed small pull-out groups to support language development.
- Middle School: Pushed in to 8th grade Math, Science, History classes; supported ESL teacher; prepared and presented lessons for ESL newcomers, enhancing language acquisition and integration for students
- Intermediate School: taught small-group lessons for G5&6, developed and prepared materials for ESL teacher and program
- Administered tests to determine students' language proficiency
- Attended AR TESOL Convention
Geography Teacher; Guidance Counselor; ESL Teacher
Acacia International School
Kampala
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Taught KS3 Geography grades 6-8 and IGCSE Geography grade 9; Finished 6th grade history class; Established system for testing incoming ESL students; Found and implemented curriculum for ESL Newcomers; Developed and implemented pre-college guidance counseling for first set of HS Juniors at Acacia; Prepared and oversaw the first ACT testing in Uganda
Substitute teacher; Bible Teacher
Northwest AR Schools; Bright Haven CLC
Northwest AR
08.2014 - 06.2017
- Substitute teacher at Siloam Springs Schools, HarBer High school, Shiloh Christian School (2016); Bible Teacher(current)
- Secondary Teaching license transferred to AR, TAPP, CPR/1st Aid/AED Certification, Special Ed. Para. Training, Conscious Discipline Training
- Facilitated engaging Bible lessons for children aged 18 months to 5 years, fostering early spiritual development and understanding of biblical stories.
Secondary Social Studies Teacher; Student Development Director
Shenyang International School
Shenyang
07.2006 - 06.2010
- Developed and delivered curriculum for Geography, Modern & Ancient World History, Economics, Comparative Government (including AP), US/China Studies, United Nations elective, and Computer elective, fostering critical thinking and global awareness among students
- Mentored students and coordinated service trips and projects, arranged mental health services, guided seniors through college application process, and collaborated with sister schools to enhance social, emotional, and spiritual programs for students and families
Library aide, Math tutor, Substitute teacher
Siloam Springs Middle School
Siloam Springs
08.2005 - 06.2006
- Supported student learning in the library and classrooms
School-Age teacher and Preschool assistant teacher
Decatur Care for Kids
Decatur
10.2004 - 05.2005
- Acquired training in early childhood care for effective child development.
Student Teacher of US/VA Government
Rockbridge County High School
Lexington
01.2004 - 04.2004
- Developed teaching skills to meet the needs of diverse learners and the expectations of multiple supervising teachers.
ESL Tutor
Refugee and Immigration Services
Richmond
06.2002 - 09.2002
- Tutored Congolese and Bosnian students in an intermediate-level class, fostering language skills and cultural understanding.
Volunteer
Highland Belle Alternative School
Lexington
01.2001 - 12.2001
- Tutored students in alternative high school and GED classes to enhance academic understanding and facilitate graduation readiness
Education
TESL classes -
Harding University
NW, AR06-2017
Biblical Ministries Certificate -
Columbia International University
Columbia, SC06-2013
Masters of Science - Leadership and Ethics
John Brown University
Siloam Springs, AR06-2006
BA - Politics, Secondary Education certification
Washington And Lee University
Lexington, VA06-2004
High School Diploma -
Rift Valley Academy
Kijabe, Kenya06-2000
Skills
- Creative lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Mentoring students
- Culturally responsive teaching
- Cooperative learning
- Faculty collaboration
- Parent-teacher communication
- Student rapport
- Social-emotional learning
- Cultural awareness
- Team collaboration
- Interpersonal communication
- Cross-cultural communication
- Patience
Interests
Education, International affairs, Poverty alleviation, Arts & crafts, Philosophy, Gardening, Conservation, Cultures, Servant Leadership, Social-Emotional Health
Languages
French
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Chinese (Mandarin)
Elementary (A2)
A2
Swahili
Elementary (A2)
A2
Bangala
Beginner
A1
Luganda
Beginner
A1
Kinyarwanda
Beginner
A1
Spanish
Elementary (A2)
A2
Certification
- AR Teaching License--Social Studies (7-12), ESOL (K-12), 2026
- Mental Health Coaching and Youth Mental Health Coaching--Light University, 2025
Timeline
Social Studies Teacher & Dept. Head
Kigali International Community School
08.2021 - Current
Upper Elementary Facilitator
Bright Haven Learning Center
08.2020 - 06.2021
ESOL Aide
Siloam Springs School District
08.2018 - 06.2020
Geography Teacher; Guidance Counselor; ESL Teacher
Acacia International School
08.2017 - 06.2018
Substitute teacher; Bible Teacher
Northwest AR Schools; Bright Haven CLC
08.2014 - 06.2017
Secondary Social Studies Teacher; Student Development Director
Shenyang International School
07.2006 - 06.2010
Library aide, Math tutor, Substitute teacher
Siloam Springs Middle School
08.2005 - 06.2006
School-Age teacher and Preschool assistant teacher
Decatur Care for Kids
10.2004 - 05.2005
Student Teacher of US/VA Government
Rockbridge County High School
01.2004 - 04.2004
ESL Tutor
Refugee and Immigration Services
06.2002 - 09.2002
Volunteer
Highland Belle Alternative School
01.2001 - 12.2001
TESL classes -
Harding University
Biblical Ministries Certificate -
Columbia International University
Masters of Science - Leadership and Ethics
John Brown University
BA - Politics, Secondary Education certification
Washington And Lee University
High School Diploma -
Rift Valley Academy