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Catherine Chatham

Tivoli,TX

Summary

Dedicated and knowledgeable instructor with strong understanding of teaching Elementary education. Committed to enhancing overall student success by maintaining productive relationships with students and parents and updating educational protocols. Detail and goal oriented with training in teaching.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher Intern

Calhoun County ISD
Port Lavaca, Texas
08.2015 - present

While with CCISD, I was a teacher intern in a 4th grade classroom teaching ELAR/Social Studies as well as 7th and 8th grade Art.

  • Facilitated students' discussions of classroom topics, helping each explore concepts and expand horizons.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design learning outcomes and thoughtfully address individual student needs.
  • Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Protected students in classroom environments and transitional spaces by following effective security protocols.
  • Assisted lead teachers with planning daily classroom lessons and activities for [21] students.
  • Reviewed students' classroom assignments, homework and tests to evaluate knowledge of subject material and assign grades.
  • Supported classroom activities, including tutoring, grading homework and reviewing exams.
  • Recorded grades for coursework and tests in online reporting system.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and cooperation.
  • Completed and filed daily paperwork for classroom activities, including meal count sheets and attendance logs.
  • Maintained schedule of support services and attended all sessions.
  • Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
  • Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper and crayons.
  • Created lesson materials, visuals and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
  • Showed progressing knowledge and abilities by logging observations, teaching times and specific lesson plans for review

Teacher Aide

Victoria Independent School District
Victoria , TX
08.2012 - 08.2015
  • Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Took attendance, graded assignments and maintained student records to assist teachers with administrative tasks and maintain smooth daily operations.
  • Took daily attendance, notifying classroom teacher immediately of any student absences.
  • Assisted and mentored students in groups of up to [21] by reviewing lesson teachings .
  • Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
  • Supported classroom activities, including tutoring, grading homework and reviewing exams.
  • Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills

Teacher Aide

Wells Independent School District
Wells, TX
08.2007 - 08.2010
  • Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Took attendance, graded assignments and maintained student records to assist teachers with administrative tasks and maintain smooth daily operations.
  • Took daily attendance, notifying classroom teacher immediately of any student absences.
  • Completed and filed daily paperwork for classroom activities, including meal count sheets and attendance logs.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Assisted teachers with supervision and care of group of [20] children.
  • Supported instructor with test administration, curriculum development and assignment grading.
  • Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
  • Supported classroom activities, including tutoring, grading homework and reviewing exams.
  • Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety and security.
  • Prepared teaching materials and set up audio-visual equipment for lead teacher.
  • Distributed learning materials such as worksheets, textbooks and supplemental activities.

Substitute Teacher

Wells Independent School District
Wells , TX
08.2003 - 08.2010
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
  • Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
  • Handled classrooms of up to [20] students, reporting problem students to [teacher20] and keeping detailed behavioral records.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Provided instruction for [20] students in all subject areas.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education Studies

University of Arizona Global Campus
San Diego, CA
10.2020

Teacher Aide/Substitute Teacher - Teacher Aide/Substitute Teacher

Angelina College
Lufkin, TX
10.2006

High School Diploma -

Calhoun High School
Port Lavaca, TX
06.1990

Skills

  • Student safety
  • Special education
  • Student assessments
  • Individual and group instruction
  • Grading assignments
  • Classroom management
  • Mentoring students
  • Behavior Management
  • Student Supervision
  • Classroom technology
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Learner assessment
  • Student engagement
  • Lesson Planning

Accomplishments

Alpha Sigma National Honor Society

Graduated Megma Cum Laude

Timeline

Teacher Intern

Calhoun County ISD
08.2015 - present

Teacher Aide

Victoria Independent School District
08.2012 - 08.2015

Teacher Aide

Wells Independent School District
08.2007 - 08.2010

Substitute Teacher

Wells Independent School District
08.2003 - 08.2010

Bachelor of Arts - Education Studies

University of Arizona Global Campus

Teacher Aide/Substitute Teacher - Teacher Aide/Substitute Teacher

Angelina College

High School Diploma -

Calhoun High School
Catherine Chatham