Catherine Erb
Thornton
Summary
Engaging Kindergarten Teacher committed to preparing young students for elementary learning. Models diverse academic knowledge along with nurturing and enthusiastic presence that energizes students. Forms partnerships with parents and other education professionals to deliver learning and emotional support each child needs.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
SOAR Elementary School
01.2022 - Current
- Effectively uses science of reading techniques with thorough data collection for consistent improvement in students reading on grade level.
- Conceptualized and implemented a successful parent reading program that improved student reading engagement inside and outside of school.
- Incorporate captivating play, music, and technology to meet students developmental needs.
Fourth Grade Teacher
Community Leadership Academy
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Provided structured classroom management and routines for high student achievement and interest.
- Differentiated immersive instruction to meet the needs of a diverse group of students.
- Maintained rigorous academics for improved performance on CMAS scores.
Third Grade Teacher
Emerson Elementary School
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Partnered with the Indianola Public Library to provide students with library cards and garner interest in families for improved student reading outcomes.
- Sustained exciting lessons in literacy, math, and science with implemented techniques from professional developments.
- Collaborated with the City of Indianola to plant two trees on school grounds for Earth Day.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education: Elementary Literacy Education with an endorsement in K-6 reading
University of Colorado
Denver, CO05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-6 and Art K-8 endorsement
Iowa State University
Ames, IA05-2017
Skills
- Relationship building
- Motivating and inspiring students
- Parent-teacher communication
- Creative teaching strategies
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaborative and Team-oriented
- Promoting social and emotional development
- Experience with diverse student populations
Certification
- CDE Professional Teacher License Completed: 2024
- PEBC: Thinking Strategies Institute Completed: 2024
- EL Achieve: Systemic English Language Development Completed: 2023
- CDE: Building a Strong Foundation: Developing Early Literacy Skills Completed: 2022
- DPS: New Educator Induction Program Completed: 2022
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
SOAR Elementary School
01.2022 - Current
Fourth Grade Teacher
Community Leadership Academy
01.2019 - 01.2021
Third Grade Teacher
Emerson Elementary School
01.2017 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-6 and Art K-8 endorsement
Iowa State University
Master of Science - Elementary Education: Elementary Literacy Education with an endorsement in K-6 reading
University of Colorado
Character References
Donte Bryant - Parent of Student - (562)-350-6069
Keeva Osborne - Parent of Student - (850)-776-5997