CATHELINE AMOS
Early Childhood Educator
Media,Pennsylvania
Summary
Caring Early Childhood Educator with outstanding experience and enthusiasm for teaching students vital skills for development and future success. Successful in building strong teacher-student relationships using upbeat attitude, patience and personable communication. Effective in working diligently to meet project deadlines on time. Adaptable in coordinating with peers on team projects as well as working independently to achieve goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL
Garnet Valley School District
Glen Mills , PA
2023.08 - Current
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Facilitated communication between home and school by providing information about student progress and activities at school.
- Collaborated with therapists when necessary to assist students' development of motor skills or sensory processing abilities.
- Attended professional development sessions related to working with special education populations.
- Assisted teachers in creating and implementing Individualized Education Plans for students with special needs.
TITLE 1 READING/MATH ASSISTANT
Marple Newtown School District
Broomall , PA
2022.09 - 2023.05
- Differentiated instruction to support a variety of learning styles in grades K-5
- Planned and implemented high interest, small group support, for reading and math
- Implemented a variety of assessments to continually monitor student progress and achievement
- Communicated with guardians, homeroom teachers, and specialists to discuss student progress
DAYCARE TEACHER
Private Family Care
Media , PA
2010.07 - 2013.05
- Responsible for the care and monitored development of infant triplets
- Worked with infants to meet developmental milestones and taught sign language as a second form of communication.
PRE-KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
Baltimore Highlands Elementary School
Baltimore , MD
2003.07 - 2010.07
- Aligned curriculum goals, objectives, and assessments to state standards
- Mentored new teachers and was responsible for the overall supervision of my grade level
- Chairperson of the school improvement team and member of many committees
- Initiated and managed school wide fundraisers
- Assisted in the planning of field trips to enrich the curriculum and provided guidance during these outings
- Utilized various teaching methods including hands-on activities, games, stories, and music to engage students in active learning
- Implemented behavior management techniques to create an optimal learning environment for all students
- Developed individualized IEP plans for students with special needs or disabilities
- Integrated technology through the use of a Promethean board (interactive white board), listening center, digital camera, and computers
- Organized and conducted formal screenings of students entering Pre-Kindergarten.
PRIMARY LEAD TEACHER
Play Centers Before/After School Daycare
Jacksonville , MD
2001.01 - 2003.01
- Developed and implemented a monthly curriculum for primary students
- Advised and mentored assistant teachers
- Responsible for the organization and safety of students during field trips.
Education
DCIU
2024-06
MASTER OF SCIENCE - Elementary Reading and Literacy
Walden University
05.2006
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Early Childhood Education
Towson University
05.2003
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Classroom Organization
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Progress Monitoring
- Behavioral Plan Management
Certification
Pennsylvania State Early Childhood Education Teaching Certificate (inactive)
Maryland Advanced Early Childhood Education Teaching Certificate (inactive)
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeImportant To Me
Company CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancementPaid sick leaveHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programsTeam Building / Company RetreatsTimeline
SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL
Garnet Valley School District
2023.08 - Current
TITLE 1 READING/MATH ASSISTANT
Marple Newtown School District
2022.09 - 2023.05
DAYCARE TEACHER
Private Family Care
2010.07 - 2013.05
PRE-KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
Baltimore Highlands Elementary School
2003.07 - 2010.07
PRIMARY LEAD TEACHER
Play Centers Before/After School Daycare
2001.01 - 2003.01
DCIU
MASTER OF SCIENCE - Elementary Reading and Literacy
Walden University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Early Childhood Education
Towson University
Pennsylvania State Early Childhood Education Teaching Certificate (inactive)
Maryland Advanced Early Childhood Education Teaching Certificate (inactive)
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