Cathleen Bullard
Venice,FL
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Atwater Elementary, adept at fostering collaborative learning and individualized instruction. Skilled in promoting active student engagement and effective parent-teacher communication, I enhance classroom environments through differentiated techniques and hands-on activities, ensuring all students thrive academically and socially.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Atwater Elementary
08.2022 - Current
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom.
- Established a positive classroom environment that fostered open communication and mutual respect among students.
- Collaborated with other teachers to develop cross-curricular lessons, promoting a deeper understanding of subject matter.
- Employed visuals consistent with needs and capabilities of students.
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
- Promoted parental involvement in their child''s education by maintaining open lines of communication and hosting regular parent-teacher conferences.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and best practices in teaching methods.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by actively participating in faculty meetings, committees, and special events throughout the year.
- Guided learning process through use of clearly established goals and objectives to meet student and district goals and objectives.
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
Atwater Elementary
08.2010 - 06.2022
- Increased student engagement through the incorporation of hands-on, experiential learning activities that connected content to real-world experiences.
- Cultivated a love of learning within students by creating an inviting atmosphere that encouraged curiosity and exploration.
- Fostered a culture of collaboration in my classroom, guiding students in working together effectively on group assignments and projects.
- Improved student reading comprehension by implementing targeted literacy strategies in daily lesson plans.
Home School Liaison/Guidance Counselor
Sarasota County School Board
08.2002 - 06.2010
- Contributed to a positive school climate by addressing student concerns and fostering strong relationships with families.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of family needs, connecting them with appropriate resources when necessary.
- Advocated for students'' needs, working closely with administrators to implement necessary accommodations and supports.
- Managed sensitive situations involving students or families professionally and confidentially, maintaining trust within the school community.
Character Education Teacher
Sarasota County School Board
08.1998 - 05.2002
- Promoted an inclusive classroom atmosphere by addressing diverse learning styles and cultural backgrounds within instructional practices.
- Incorporated storytelling into lessons as a powerful tool for conveying messages and sparking meaningful conversations.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress and needs, contributing to a supportive learning environment.
- Utilized project-based learning activities to encourage teamwork, cooperation, and problem-solving skills among students while reinforcing character concepts.
- Implemented innovative teaching methods to inspire critical thinking, empathy, and ethical decision-making among students.
- Participated in professional development opportunities focused on character education best practices, staying current with research-based approaches to teaching.
- Developed creative lesson plans that incorporated real-life examples, fostering a connection between character education and students'' daily lives.
Education
Master of Arts - School Counseling
Clemson University
Clemson, SC12-1997
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of South Florida
Tampa, FLSkills
- Effective parent-teacher communication
- Promoting active student engagement
- Collaborative learning
- Individualized learning
- Reading instruction
- Writing instruction
- Mathematics instruction
- Science instruction
- Classroom management
- Collaborative teamwork
- Group and individual instruction
- Differentiated instruction
Certification
Elementary Ed. 1-6
School Counseling K-12
ESOL Endorsement
Gifted Endorsement
Reading Endorsement
Timeline
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Atwater Elementary
08.2022 - Current
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher
Atwater Elementary
08.2010 - 06.2022
Home School Liaison/Guidance Counselor
Sarasota County School Board
08.2002 - 06.2010
Character Education Teacher
Sarasota County School Board
08.1998 - 05.2002
Master of Arts - School Counseling
Clemson University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of South Florida
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