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Speech coach of the year 2024, 2025
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Catherine Strate

Maryville,TN

Summary

Dynamic English Teacher with 35 years at Southeast High School, excelling in mentorship and analytical problem-solving. Developed engaging lesson plans and assessments, fostering student success. Proven track record in coaching speech and debate, leading students to compete nationally. Strong organizational skills and classroom management proficiency enhance educational outcomes.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

English Teacher

Southeast High School
01.1990 - Current
  • Developed lesson plans integrating diverse literature to enhance student engagement.
  • Assisted in creating assessments to evaluate student progress and understanding.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share resources and best teaching practices.
  • Coached speech and debate for 25 years involving students competing at 17 national tournaments nationwide


Education

Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL
06-1999

Bachelor of Arts - English Education/speech

Samford University
Birmingham, AL
05-1986

Skills

  • Enhancing student engagement
  • Effective problem resolution
  • Increased student gains for statewide testing 33%
  • Proficient in managing classroom dynamics
  • ESOL endorsed
  • Gifted endorsed

Accomplishments

  • 2nd diamond coach in the NSDA 2015
  • Speech coach of the year for the Florida Gulf Coast Catholic Speech and Debate League 2024, 2025
  • Coached the Academic Team for 16 years- was state runner up for the state team in 2022

Speech coach of the year 2024, 2025

Voted by my peers two years in a row for outstanding speech and debate coach in the  Florida Gulf Coast League

Timeline

English Teacher

Southeast High School
01.1990 - Current

Nova Southeastern University

Bachelor of Arts - English Education/speech

Samford University

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