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Catherine O'Connell
Sussex,US
Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.
Theodore Roosevelt
Summary
Experienced educator with a proven track record in creating and executing dynamic curriculum. Skilled at cultivating a cooperative learning atmosphere to promote student progress and success. Proficient in managing classrooms, designing lesson plans, and accommodating various educational requirements. Recognized for being dependable and adaptable, facilitating seamless and efficient teaching processes.
Overview
19
years of professional experience
1
Certificate
Work History
Hamilton School District
Teacher
08.2014 - 06.2025
Job overview
- Motivated and engaged students, developing skills and knowledge for academic foundation.
- Developed and maintained classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for social and emotional development of students.
- Provided feedback to parents regarding student's academic growth and behavioral development.
- Developed strategies to effectively manage classroom behavior, promote positive learning environment and ensure student safety.
- Evaluated student academic growth, recording and preparing progress reports for parents or guardians.
- Identified student needs and collaborated with staff members to assess and solve challenges.
- Fostered an environment conducive to open communication between teacher, student, parent relationships.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development, implementation of best practices, professional development activities and sharing resources across grade levels.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
West Allis-West Milwaukee School District
Teacher
08.2012 - 06.2014
Job overview
- Managed student behavioral issues to optimize classroom learning environment.
- Motivated and engaged students, developing skills and knowledge for academic foundation.
- Developed and maintained classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for social and emotional development of students.
- Created and maintained clean, safe and organized learning environment.
- Planned lessons with logically sequenced objectives, based on curriculum.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding academic, behavioral, or safety concerns.
- Encouraged student participation and challenged students to think critically.
- Participated in training courses and professional development opportunities to improve teaching skills.
West Allis-West Milwaukee School District
Student Teacher Internship
01.2012 - 06.2012
Job overview
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding academic, behavioral, or safety concerns.
- Collected and documented student feedback to make adjustments to instruction.
- Facilitated developmentally appropriate daily activities for students.
- Identified and suggested creative sources to help students grasp complex subjects or concepts.
Mo's Irish Pub
Special Events Manager
09.2008 - 08.2009
Job overview
- Developed relationships with vendors to ensure cost savings on special events.
- Generated reports summarizing key metrics associated with each special event.
- Identified areas for improvement in order to enhance efficiency in future events.
Lakefront Brewery Restaurant
Events Manager
05.2006 - 09.2008
Job overview
- Organized and managed events from conception to completion, including all logistical details such as budgeting, scheduling, venue selection, vendor coordination, marketing and promotion and staffing.
Education
Carroll University
Master of Education from Curriculum & Instruction
05.2019
University Overview
- Relevant Coursework
- Emphasis of Teacher Leadership
- Emphasis of Personalized Learning
Carroll University
Bachelor of Science in Education from Elementary Education and Early Childhood
05.2012
Skills
- Learning style evaluation
- In-depth subject knowledge
- Strategic learning planning
- Curriculum development activities
Accomplishments
- Dynamic Teaching Techniques - Instructed students in academic subjects using variety of techniques such as simulations, small groups, project based learning and differentiation to reinforce learning.
- Technology Integration - Participated in technology training courses and trained colleagues in new technology concepts and practices applicable for the classroom.
- Curriculum Development - Humanities Curriculum Committee - Tailored educational curriculum to students with range of learning styles, disabilities, strengths and weaknesses. Developed innovative semester lesson plans and practical application lessons for classroom.
- Student Progress Conferences - Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development and safety.
- Served on district committee and led professional development sessions for Multi-Tiered System of Supports: a framework that provides a tiered approach to academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support for all students.
- Data-driven decision-making and uses a continuum of evidence-based practices.
- Student Mentor - Volunteered as classroom teacher for high school teaching assistants in the classroom. Modeled lessons, classroom practices and provided critical feedback to TAs.
- Named "Teacher of the Year" by the PTA of the West-Allis West Milwaukee School District.
Certification
Elementary Teacher/ Regular Education- EC-MA
Timeline
Teacher
Hamilton School District
08.2014 - 06.2025
Teacher
West Allis-West Milwaukee School District
08.2012 - 06.2014
Student Teacher Internship
West Allis-West Milwaukee School District
01.2012 - 06.2012
Special Events Manager
Mo's Irish Pub
09.2008 - 08.2009
Events Manager
Lakefront Brewery Restaurant
05.2006 - 09.2008
Carroll University
Bachelor of Science in Education from Elementary Education and Early Childhood
Carroll University
Master of Education from Curriculum & Instruction
Teacher of the Year (West-Allis/ West Milwaukee PTA)
When working in the West Allis/ West Milwaukee school district the Parent Teacher Association honored me with Teacher of the Year award, I had only been teaching for two years.
Personal Information
Teacher of the Year (West-Allis/ West Milwaukee PTA)
When working in the West Allis/ West Milwaukee school district the Parent Teacher Association honored me with Teacher of the Year award, I had only been teaching for two years.
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