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Katie Trudgeon

Oklahoma City,OK

Summary

Devoted teacher with 14 years of experience in the independent school system in Oklahoma. Invested in the success of every student. Motivates students to learn and succeed through innovative teaching pedagogy. Constant commitment to excellence in the classroom and in a multitude of student extracurricular activities. Gifted at creating curricula and programs that broaden students' minds.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Social Studies Department Chair

Heritage Hall School
Oklahoma City, OK
08.2018 - 10.2019
  • Supervised 12 Social Studies teachers for grades 6th-12th through protocol of regular observation and feedback;
  • Provided mentoring and guidance on curriculum development and classroom management for a team of teachers;
  • Created and implemented new course curricula in Middle and Upper School, including courses in , Civics, Geography and Freedom and Democracy;
  • Held a position on the school Curriculum Committee, which set curriculum standards, ensured continuity across grade levels and advanced educational goals of the school across divisions.

Upper School Social Studies Teacher

Heritage Hall School
Oklahoma City, OK
08.2005 - 10.2019
  • Developed and implemented social studies lesson plans and courses for high school students grades 9 through 12;
  • Taught the following classes for one or more years: Freshman Ethics and World Cultures (3 years); Sophomore Honors Western Civilizations (11 years); Human Geography (Elective6 years); African Studies (Elective-4 years); Philosophy (Elective2 years); AP Government and Politics (Elective1 year); Freedom and Democracy (Elective2 years);
  • Wrote and published a book, entitled Heritage Classics, which served (and still serves) as the primary text for Honors Western Civilizations;
  • Helped students prepare for AP exams in philosophy, Modern European History and Government and Politics;
  • Served as a faculty advisory for a group of eight female students annually through the school advisory program;
  • Created and sponsored the Upper School Diversity and Equality Club; orchestrated numerous events, including a campus-wide Unity and Diversity Day;
  • Served as Junior Class Sponsor and assisted Junior Class Officers in planning Kick Off Week and the Junior-Senior Prom.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Letters

University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK
05.1997

Skills

  • Lesson and Curriculum development;
  • Educational support and tutoring for all students in need;
  • Classroom management;
  • Superb written and verbal communication skills;
  • Teamwork and collaboration, including team teaching;
  • Leadership and supervisory roles;
  • Proficient in use of the latest classroom technology resources including Blackbaud and Google Classroom;
  • Highly organized and dedicated to the craft of teaching

Timeline

Social Studies Department Chair

Heritage Hall School
08.2018 - 10.2019

Upper School Social Studies Teacher

Heritage Hall School
08.2005 - 10.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Letters

University of Oklahoma

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