Catherine Hamor
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dedicated and responsive Substitute Teacher with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Scoot Education
Los Angeles, CA
09.2023 - Current
- Prepared, administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
- Maintained rules of conduct that encouraged self-discipline and responsibility.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
Teacher
ICEF Inglewood Charter Academy
Inglewood, CA
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Planned and carried out various lessons for a 2nd grade classroom throughout the school year by using developmentally appropriate and engaging pedagogy
- Met with student’s families as well as grade-level team, and school administration
- Participated in multiple professional development opportunities in order to gain expertise and apply to my teaching practices
- Urban Teaching Experience in a Clinical Home (UTEACH), Student
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
UTEACH Student
California State University
Long Beach, CA
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Long Beach Unified School District
- Yearlong school/university residency program
- A specialized opportunity to integrate pedagogy and practice in a personalized credential program delineated to thoroughly prepare future teachers in a hands-on supportive school setting.
Student Teacher
Carver Elementary School
Long Beach, CA
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Developed deeper understanding of teaching strategies with increasing responsibility for student learning.
- Collaborated with teacher to plan and achieve instructional goals and objectives.
- Observed educators teaching various lessons, interacting with students and managing classrooms to gain insight and understanding of duties and responsibilities.
- Accepted constructive criticism and feedback with positivity in areas requiring improvement.
Academic Coach
Leading Edge Learning Center
Long Beach, CA
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Long Beach Unified School District)
- Tutored small groups of lower/middle elementary students in Language Arts and Math studies
- Monitored progress of student’s academic strengths and determine what students need help with
Private Tutor
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Supported and facilitated remote learning instruction for students of 1st and 3rd grade levels and a seventh grader with ADHD during COVID-19
Teacher
La Petite Academy
Santa Rosa, CA
08.2020 - 10.2020
- Guaranteed the daily care of every child while following all licensing guidelines and fulfilled all company standards
- Maintained a clean and organized classroom following all sanitizing practices according to CDC guidelines
- Assisted with meal and snack preparation and modeled proper table manners along with safe eating practices
Behavior Assistant
Anova Center for Education
Santa Rosa, CA
08.2017 - 08.2020
- Assisted the lead instructor with behavior and academic goals for low-functioning adolescent students with autism
- Routinely accompanied students on sensory breaks
- Directly assisted students with their academic studies as well as social and behavioral interactions with staff and peers
- Developed crisis prevention plans for students at risk of displaying dangerous behaviors.
- Assisted neurodiverse students with classwork and activity preparation.
Education
Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential, Cum Laude -
California State University - Long Beach
Long Beach, CA06-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
Sonoma State University
05.2017
Skills
- Proficient with Zoom, Google Suite, and Microsoft Office
- Differentiated Learning Techniques
- Behavioral/Cognitive Skills Development
- Standardized Testing Techniques
- Teaching, Tutoring and Counseling
- Interdisciplinary Teaching
- Special Education Support
- Student Engagement
- Multi-Subject Instruction
Certification
- Emergency 30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit
- SB 2042 Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential(expected June 2024)
- Associate Teacher Certificate(received May 2020)
- RICA Exam(expected March 2024)
- CPR/First Aid for adults, children and infants, Valid until June 2023
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Scoot Education
09.2023 - Current
Teacher
ICEF Inglewood Charter Academy
08.2022 - 08.2023
Academic Coach
Leading Edge Learning Center
01.2022 - 05.2022
UTEACH Student
California State University
08.2021 - 05.2022
Student Teacher
Carver Elementary School
08.2021 - 05.2022
Private Tutor
01.2021 - 08.2021
Teacher
La Petite Academy
08.2020 - 10.2020
Behavior Assistant
Anova Center for Education
08.2017 - 08.2020
Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential, Cum Laude -
California State University - Long Beach
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
Sonoma State University
- Emergency 30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit
- SB 2042 Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential(expected June 2024)
- Associate Teacher Certificate(received May 2020)
- RICA Exam(expected March 2024)
- CPR/First Aid for adults, children and infants, Valid until June 2023
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