Cathy Medlin
Goldsboro,NC
Summary
Dedicated educator with extensive experience in elementary and early childhood education, skilled in curriculum development, and student engagement. Expertise in fostering inclusive learning environments that support diverse student needs. Committed to integrating technology to advance educational outcomes, and promote critical thinking.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Wayne County Public Schools
Goldsboro, NC
08.2022 - 06.2025
- Strengthened critical thinking and engagement through development of innovative projects and assignments.
- Embedded diverse cultural components within lesson plans to expand students' perspectives.
- Collaborated with other teachers on curriculum development, instructional strategies, and assessment techniques.
- Implemented positive discipline techniques to enhance classroom dynamics and student behavior
- Collaborated with special education staff to customize support for students with diverse learning needs.
- Promoted parent involvement by scheduling meetings throughout the school year and encouraging attendance at school events.
Building Substitute Teacher
Wake County Public Schools- Rand Road Elementary
Garner, NC
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Enforced school rules and regulations while maintaining an orderly classroom setting.
- Supported special education teachers by providing one-on-one assistance to identified students who require additional support services.
- Utilized technology such as computers, projectors, interactive whiteboards. in the classroom setting.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Utilized positive reinforcement to motivate students.
Pre-K Teacher
God's Lil Gifts
Pikeville, NC
10.2014 - 11.2021
- Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors among students.
- Planned and implemented developmentally appropriate activities to engage Pre-K students in learning.
- Maintained records of student attendance and performance according to school policies.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
- Instructed students in basic literacy, math, science, social studies, health, art, music, physical education, and other related areas.
- Monitored playground equipment to ensure it is safe for use.
- Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
- Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Mount Olive
Mount Olive, NC05-2021
Skills
- Classroom management
- Team collaboration
- Technology integration
- Differentiated instruction
- Assessment techniques
- Parent communication
- Positive behavior techniques
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Wayne County Public Schools
08.2022 - 06.2025
Building Substitute Teacher
Wake County Public Schools- Rand Road Elementary
01.2022 - 06.2022
Pre-K Teacher
God's Lil Gifts
10.2014 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Mount Olive
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