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Catherine Oppliger

Catherine Oppliger

Fairhope,AL

Summary

Relationship-driven educator and aspiring school counselor with over 13 years of experience supporting student growth across Kindergarten through sixth grade, with addition practicum experience in a high school counseling setting. Currently pursuing a Master's degree in School Counseling.

Recognized as Teacher of the Year and trusted in multiple leadership roles, including grade-level chair, Technology Integration Mentor (TIM), mentor for new teachers, and Peer Helper co-coordinator. Known for building strong, meaningful relationships with students, staff, and families, grounded in the belief that connection is the foundation for growth and learning.

Brings a collaborative, student-centered approach to supporting diverse needs through differentiated instruction, innovative practices, and team leadership. Passionate about expanding impact at the high school level by advocating for students, supporting staff, and partnering with families and community stakeholders to create a positive, inclusive school culture.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Elementary Teacher- Foley Elementary School

Baldwin County Board of Education
Foley, AL
08.2020 - Current
  • 6th Grade Teacher- 2020-2021 (1 year)
  • 4th Grade Teacher- 2021-2025 (4 years)
  • 4th Grade Grade Level Chair 2023-2025 (2 years)
  • Foley Elementary School Teacher of the Year 2024-2025
  • Mentor Teacher to 1st year teacher 2024-2025 (1 year)
  • 3rd Grade Teacher 2025-2026 (Current)

Substitute Teacher

Baldwin County Board of Education
Alabama
08.2019 - 03.2020
  • I subbed in many of the schools in Baldwin County, such as Daphne Elementary, Fairhope Elementary/Intermediate, Foley Elementary/Intermediate, Loxley Elementary, Robertsdale Elementary, Elsanor Elementary, Swift Elementary, Magnolia School, and Spanish Fort Elementary. I have taught in Kindergarten through Sixth Grade.

4th Grade Teacher

Madeley Ranch Elementary
Montgomery, Texas
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • -4th Grade Science and Social Studies (2018-2019)
  • -4th Grade Self-Contained (2017-2018)
  • -4th Grade Math and Science (2016-2017)
  • -TIM: Technology Integration Mentor (3 years)

1st Grade Teacher

Madeley Ranch Elementary
Montgomery, Texas
01.2012 - 01.2016
  • -1st Grade Teacher (4 years)
  • -1st Grade Team Leader (1 year)

Substitute Teacher

Montgomery Independent School District
Montgomery, Texas
01.2011 - 01.2012
  • I substitute taught in Kindergarten through Fifth Grade.

Education

Master of Education - School Counseling

University of West Alabama
Livingston
05-2027

Masters of Library Science - Generalist

University of North Texas
Denton, Texas

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, Texas

Skills

  • Patience
  • Flexibility
  • Student Advocacy
  • Teamwork
  • Effective Communication
  • Relationship building
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Lesson planning
  • Team collaboration

Certification

  • Class B: Early Childhood Education Professional Educator Certificate, Grades P-3
  • Class B: Elementary Education Professional Educator Certificate, Grades K-6

Timeline

Elementary Teacher- Foley Elementary School

Baldwin County Board of Education
08.2020 - Current

Substitute Teacher

Baldwin County Board of Education
08.2019 - 03.2020

4th Grade Teacher

Madeley Ranch Elementary
01.2016 - 01.2019

1st Grade Teacher

Madeley Ranch Elementary
01.2012 - 01.2016

Substitute Teacher

Montgomery Independent School District
01.2011 - 01.2012

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

Sam Houston State University

Master of Education - School Counseling

University of West Alabama

Masters of Library Science - Generalist

University of North Texas
Catherine Oppliger