Catherine Armstrong
Elementary School Teacher
Beaverton ,OR
Summary
Focused and dedicated primary school educator with 7 years of experience. Passionate about educating children ages 5 to 11 using various activities and differentiated, engaging lessons. Expert developing lesson plans, creating custom class materials assigning classwork and grading tests. Skillful in directing classroom environments enhancing student behaviors through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring and responsive relationship-builder with a growth mindset and excellent decision-making skills. Dedicated to meeting the needs of all of her students academically, socially and emotionally.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
West Linn-Wilsonville School District
Wilsonville , OR
2019.08 - Current
- Taught 4th, 4/5 blend and 5th grade to a diverse group of learners.
- Taught core subjects of math, reading, writing, science and social studies
- Incorporated SIOP strategies to lessons to not only support English Language Learners but the whole class
- Skilled in Lucy Calkins Reading and Writing Workshop curriculum
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
Elementary School Teacher
Lake Washington School District
Sammamish , WA
2016.08 - 2019.06
- Taught 2nd grade to a diverse group of learners
- Provided differentiated instruction to meet the needs of individual students
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance teaching practices and align units
- Designed lessons that incorporate culturally responsive teaching strategies
- Communicated effectively with staff, colleagues, students and families on a regular basis
- Sought out professional opportunities to deepen my own teaching pedagogies
- Designed formative and summative assessments to gauge student progress and direct instruction
- Implemented positive behavior management systems in the classroom
- Experience using EnVision Math, Wonders Literacy, TCI Social Studies, and FOSS Science kits
- Daily incorporation of technology in teaching, including use of SmartBoard, and 1:1 use of computers
- Daily incorporation of mindfulness activities to enhance the social and emotional health amongst students
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR 2015.06 - 2016.06
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR 2011.09 - 2015.06
Skills
Problem-solving skills
undefinedCertification
Certified RYT, Yoga Instructor , Breathe for Change
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
West Linn-Wilsonville School District
2019.08 - Current
Kids Yoga Instructor, Imagination Yoga
2018-12
Certified RYT, Yoga Instructor , Breathe for Change
2018-08
Elementary School Teacher
Lake Washington School District
2016.08 - 2019.06
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Oregon
2015.06 - 2016.06
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Oregon
2011.09 - 2015.06
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