Caitlyn Lassale
Saint Joseph,MI
Summary
Passionate teacher with a strong focus on differentiated instruction, ongoing student assessment, and relationship building. Created engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning needs, fostering a positive and collaborative classroom environment, and instilling a love of learning amongst students.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Portage Township Schools- Paul Saylor Elementary
Portage, IN
08.2012 - 05.2022
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation.
- Implemented assessment strategies to monitor and evaluate student progress.
- Mentored new teachers on classroom management and instructional techniques.
- Integrated technology into lessons to support interactive learning experiences.
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Utilized assessment data to modify instruction and target areas of weakness for individual students.
Instructional Assistant/ESL Teacher
Valparaiso Community Schools- Memorial Elementary
Valparaiso, IN
08.2011 - 06.2012
- Supported classroom activities by facilitating small group instruction and individualized learning plans.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement lesson modifications for diverse learning needs.
- Assisted in monitoring student progress through assessments and feedback sessions.
- Developed instructional materials that enhanced student engagement and understanding.
- Supervised students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Purdue University Northwest
Westville05-2011
High School Diploma -
Valparaiso High School
Valparaiso, IN06-2007
Skills
- Behavior management
- Differentiated instruction
- Parent communication
- Student assessment
- Curriculum development
- Strong work ethic and dependable
- Collaborative and team-oriented
- Experience with diverse student populations
- Student engagement and development
- Relationship building
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with other Kindergarten team leaders from each elementary school in the district to develop a district wide Kindergarten curriculum map and standards based assessments.
- Collaborated with a team of educators to implement a district wide initiative towards Whole Brain Teaching.
- Co-led school wide Whole Brain Teaching committee as part of district wide initiative.
- Collaborated with Crisis Prevention Intervention team to implement intervention strategies as needed throughout the building.
- Nominated by principal for award for deescalation strategies implemented while part of Crisis Prevention Intervention team.
Certification
- Crisis Prevention Intervention, certification 2014
- CPR/First Aid, certification renewed 2021
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Portage Township Schools- Paul Saylor Elementary
08.2012 - 05.2022
Instructional Assistant/ESL Teacher
Valparaiso Community Schools- Memorial Elementary
08.2011 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Science -
Purdue University Northwest
High School Diploma -
Valparaiso High School