Caitilin Bott
Denver,CO
Summary
Experienced educational leader with expertise in instructional leadership, educator coaching, professional learning, and cross-functional collaboration. Skilled in leading and supporting educators through coaching, feedback, professional learning, and continuous improvement to strengthen instructional practice and student outcomes. Proven ability to use data and stakeholder feedback to identify needs, improve systems and processes, manage complex initiatives, and align team efforts with district priorities. Brings a collaborative, equity-centered leadership approach and a strong ability to build the capacity of educators and teams across diverse school settings.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Learning Specialist
Denver Public Schools
Denver, CO
07.2023 - Current
- Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of district-wide professional learning aligned to educator needs and district priorities.
- Coach and support facilitators and central office staff through targeted feedback, resource development, and adult learning practices to build capacity.
- Analyze feedback and evaluation data to assess effectiveness, identify gaps, and improve professional learning systems and processes.
- Served as Project Manager for Summer Professional Learning, coordinating cross-functional teams, managing implementation, and communicating progress with stakeholders.
3rd/4th Grade & Educational Coach
Denver Public Schools
Denver, CO
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Coached intermediate grade-level teams through data analysis, instructional feedback, and collaborative problem-solving to strengthen instructional practice and student outcomes.
- Provided observational feedback and guidance to support educator growth and data-informed instructional adjustments.
- Collaborated with school leadership and Special Education teams to address instructional priorities, student needs, and access to grade-level content.
- Designed and facilitated monthly professional learning focused on effective instructional strategies and educator practice.
Digital Education Coach
Denver Public Schools
Denver, CO
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Coached educators in integrating digital tools and instructional practices to strengthen student engagement and classroom instruction.
- Designed and facilitated monthly professional learning sessions for district staff, adapting learning experiences to educator needs and implementation priorities.
- Provided individualized consultation, feedback, and support to educators as they applied new instructional practices in their classrooms.
- Participated in equity-focused professional learning to deepen understanding of privilege and bias and strengthen culturally responsive coaching practices.
Level 2 & 3 Core Teacher
Westminster Public Schools
Westminster, CO
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Served as a designated trainer for staff development in integrated technology tools, supporting educators in implementing new practices and resources.
- Developed and integrated digital curriculum for primary and intermediate educators, adapting resources to meet varied instructional needs.
- Supported differentiated instructional planning and academic language development to strengthen student access and engagement.
- Designed learning experiences that promoted student independence, complex thinking, and academic growth.
General Educator (2nd, 4th, 5th Grade)
Jeffco Public Schools
Morrison, CO
08.2015 - 05.2019
- Led a grade-level team in implementing instructional shifts to support students in a specialized learning environment.
- Coordinated curriculum development for reading and writing while ensuring alignment with school and system expectations.
- Designed and implemented learning experiences that promoted student engagement, independence, and ownership of learning.
Education
Masters in Educational Leadership -
Regis University
Denver, CO05-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Colorado At Boulder
Boulder, CO05-2013
Skills
- Educator Coaching & Feedback
- Instructional Leadership
- Performance Support & Evaluation
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Program & Project Management
- Data Analysis & Program Evaluation
- Process & Systems Improvement
- Professional Learning Design & Facilitation
- Team Development & Capacity Building
Timeline
Professional Learning Specialist
Denver Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
3rd/4th Grade & Educational Coach
Denver Public Schools
07.2022 - 07.2023
Digital Education Coach
Denver Public Schools
07.2021 - 07.2022
Level 2 & 3 Core Teacher
Westminster Public Schools
08.2019 - 05.2021
General Educator (2nd, 4th, 5th Grade)
Jeffco Public Schools
08.2015 - 05.2019
Masters in Educational Leadership -
Regis University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Colorado At Boulder