Catherine Reikofski
Tuxedo Park,NY
Summary
Elementary educator with over 15 years of experience in classroom, private, and research settings. Provides academic and behavioral support to students with emphasis on improving language and mathematics foundational skills. Collaborates with students and other educators to create and implement customized learning plans through flexible methods.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance 1:1 Tutoring
Self-employed
01.2007 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans for approximately 20 students in grades Kindergarten through six.
- Plans included increasing both receptive and expressive language skills, deepening reading comprehension, and increasing scores on mathematics testing.
- Focused on building student confidence through positive reinforcement and provided redirection when necessary.
Special Education Teacher Aide
North Shore Central School District
11.2016 - 03.2018
- Provided daily educational assistance to a student with several developmental diagnoses (including Sensory Processing Disorder and ADHD).
- Collaborated with other Special Education professionals to develop and implement education and behavior goals (IEP and 504) for the student. Goals included increasing academic output by approximately 20% while decreasing distracting behaviors by approximately the same amount.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
North Shore Central School District
04.2012 - 11.2016
- Received assignments in classrooms ranging from Kindergarten to High School in various subjects across five different schools.
- Implemented other teachers' lesson plans and created my own lesson plans when none were given.
- Provided instruction to whole classes, small groups, and individual students to support classroom functioning in the absence of the regular teacher.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Childhood Education/Concentration in Psychology
Long Island University- C.W. Post Campus
Brookville, NY05.2008
Skills
- Proficient in Spanish
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong organizational skills
Timeline
Special Education Teacher Aide
North Shore Central School District
11.2016 - 03.2018
Substitute Teacher, K-12
North Shore Central School District
04.2012 - 11.2016
Freelance 1:1 Tutoring
Self-employed
01.2007 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Childhood Education/Concentration in Psychology
Long Island University- C.W. Post Campus
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