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Catherine Corso

Saugerties,NY

Summary

Seasoned Mathematics Teacher with expertise in Growth Mindset methods. Easily builds rapport with students, parents and teachers of diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to helping pupils reach full potential.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Teacher

Saugerties Central Schools
Saugerties, NY
09.2018 - Current
  • Disseminate information from communications that took place in Lead Teacher Meetings
  • Curriculum Guidance
  • Facilitate questions to develop academic discussion among colleagues
  • Troubleshoot issues and find answers to questions that arise (within book, technology, etc)
  • Resource goto (concierge) person
  • Organize calculators: inventory and distribution
  • Organize and facilitate NYS Testing during testing week
  • Distribute books to classrooms in August
  • Department Chair’s partner in specified building (JHS)

Mathematics Teacher

Saugerties Central Schools
Saugerties, NY
09.2007 - Current
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
  • Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
  • Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.

Upper Elementary Teacher

Saugerties Central Schools
Saugerties , NY
09.2001 - 07.2007
  • Prepared materials for lessons, assignments and assessments and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
  • Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses and learning patterns.
  • Push in math/ELA classrooms to support student achievement

Math and Science Teacher

St. Joseph's School
Kingston, NY
09.1999 - 06.2001
  • Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments and behavior.
  • Planned, prepared and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
  • Organized, fund raised and participated in the 8th grade overnight field trips.
  • Organized annual 8th grade Math Carnival event.

Education

Master of Science - Special Education

SUNY New Paltz
New Paltz, NY
05.2004

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

SUNY New Paltz
New Paltz, NY
05.1998

Associate of Science - Math And Science

Westchester Community College
Valhalla, NY
05.1986

Skills

  • Understanding of Materials
  • Instructional Techniques
  • Positive Reinforcement Strategies
  • Smart Goals
  • Growth Mindset

Certification

  • NYS Elementary Education Permanent Certification: grades Pre-K through 6
  • NYS Mathematics Education Permanent Certification: grades 7 through 12
  • NYS Special Education Permanent Certification: grades K through 12

Timeline

Lead Teacher

Saugerties Central Schools
09.2018 - Current

Mathematics Teacher

Saugerties Central Schools
09.2007 - Current

Upper Elementary Teacher

Saugerties Central Schools
09.2001 - 07.2007

Math and Science Teacher

St. Joseph's School
09.1999 - 06.2001

Master of Science - Special Education

SUNY New Paltz

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

SUNY New Paltz

Associate of Science - Math And Science

Westchester Community College

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