Cathy Hall
Upper Arlington,OH
Summary
Elementary School Teacher with expertise in early education, child development and collaborative teaching methods. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state standards. Confidently offers classroom instruction and personalized student support using balance of traditional and modern approaches.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary school teacher, 4th and 5th grades
Westerville City Schools
08.2009 - Current
- Implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student comprehension and participation in various subjects, resulting in highest test scores in state testing and overall improved academic performance
- Consistently increased I-Ready test scores to meet grade level requirements for all students in class
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to meet the diverse needs of students, including visual aids, hands-on activities, and group projects
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary units and projects that promoted critical thinking skills and real-world applications of knowledge
- Established a positive and inclusive classroom environment by implementing behavior management strategies, fostering open communication with students and parents, and promoting a growth mindset among students
Summer School Math Teacher
Upper Arlington City Schools
08.2002 - 08.2007
- Implemented pre-planned lesson plans in math to engage students and promote mastery of math concepts.
- Established positive relationships with students, staff, and parents to foster a supportive and inclusive classroom environment
- Managed classroom behavior effectively and responded to student challenges with patience, empathy, and professionalism
- Adapted instructional techniques to accommodate various learning styles, resulting in higher levels of engagement among diverse learners.
Education
Teaching Certificate - Education
Ashland University
Master of Education - Education and Curriculum Development
Ashland University
06.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
The Ohio State University
05.1990
Skills
- Elementary curriculum development
- Collective bargaining
- Grievance resolution
- Contract negotiation
- Member advocacy
- Differentiated Instruction
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Problem-solving skills
- Classroom Management
- Team Collaboration
- Organizational Skills
- Relationship Building
- Lesson Planning
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Student Records Management
- Student Testing
- Student Counseling
- Social Studies Instruction
- Science Instruction
- Mathematics Instruction
- Multimedia instruction
- Literacy strategies
- Proficient in Google Drive
Certification
- State of Ohio Licensed Teacher Grades 4-9
- Certification in Science and Social Studies
Timeline
Elementary school teacher, 4th and 5th grades
Westerville City Schools
08.2009 - Current
Summer School Math Teacher
Upper Arlington City Schools
08.2002 - 08.2007
Master of Education - Education and Curriculum Development
Ashland University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
The Ohio State University
- State of Ohio Licensed Teacher Grades 4-9
- Certification in Science and Social Studies
Teaching Certificate - Education
Ashland University
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