Catherine Kosco Laite
Ft. Pierce,FL
Summary
Driven Veteran ElementaryTeacher who is motivated to be an effective teacher and positive influence. Skilled in uncovering and adopting successful teaching methods and technologies. Adept at modifying plans to different student learning styles.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
First Grade Teacher
St. Lucie County School Board
Fort Pierre, FL
08.2013 - Current
- Provided engaging instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, science and social studies to a class of 20 first graders.
- Developed and implemented individualized learning plans for struggling students.
- Collaborated with special education staff to ensure appropriate accommodations were made for students with IEPs.
- Assessed student performance through formal testing and informal observation.
- Planned and facilitated small group activities to enhance student understanding of material presented in whole-class setting.
- Created classroom environment that promoted positive behavior expectations and respect for diversity.
- Engaged families from diverse cultural backgrounds in meaningful dialogue about their children's educational experience.
- Attended professional development workshops related to best practices in teaching pedagogy or instructional strategies.
- Participated actively on school committees focused on curriculum development or assessment initiatives.
Science Resource Teacher
St Lucie School Board
Ft. Pierce, FL
08.2008 - 06.2013
- Developed and implemented science-based lessons to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Created and managed a student resource center for students to access materials related to science topics.
- Provided instructional support, resources, and guidance to teachers on effective teaching strategies for science topics.
- Collaborated with other members of the educational team to develop individual education plans for students with special needs.
- Assisted in the development of assessments for evaluating student progress in science courses.
Kindergarten Teacher
St Lucie School Board
Ft. Pierce, FL
08.2001 - 06.2008
- Planned and implemented engaging lessons to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Assessed students' progress and created reports for parents, administrators, and other teachers.
- Developed positive relationships with students, families, staff members, and outside agencies.
- Provided a safe learning environment where children could explore their creativity.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction in Reading
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12-2009
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL04-1992
Skills
- Team Collaboration and Lesson Planning
- Teacher strategies in Reading
- Behavior modeling
- Organizational Skills
Certification
- April 2024- completed coursework to receive my Reading Endorsement Certification.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
St. Lucie County School Board
08.2013 - Current
Science Resource Teacher
St Lucie School Board
08.2008 - 06.2013
Kindergarten Teacher
St Lucie School Board
08.2001 - 06.2008
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction in Reading
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Florida Atlantic University
- April 2024- completed coursework to receive my Reading Endorsement Certification.
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