Cathy Ulsh
Carrollton,VA
Summary
Christ-follower and life long learner of His world, passionate kindergarten teacher with experience at various schools, most recently at Covenant Classical Community School. Specializes in early childhood development and effective classroom instruction. Cultivates a loving Christian environment and enhances student engagement through tailored lesson plans. Strong communicator, adept at partnering with parents to fulfill their God ordained responsibility in educating their children.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Cornerstone Christian School
Smithfield, VA
09.2025 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans that fostered children's cognitive, social emotional and spiritual growth through a distinctively Christian worldview.
- Implemented individualized instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Collaborated with parents through regular communication and feedback to support the academic, social and spiritual development of their children.
- Organized classroom activities that encouraged teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving skills.
Kindergarten Teacher
Covenant Classical Community School
Hampton, VA
08.2021 - Current
- Created a positive, safe, and stimulating classroom environment for young children.
- Taught kindergarten students in a variety of subjects, including math, science, language arts, Bible and social studies through a Biblical worldview.
- Maintained complete responsibility for the preparation, organization and structure of a self-contained kindergarten classroom.
- Evaluated each student's progress and adjusted strategies accordingly.
- Partnered with parents in the academic, social, emotional and spiritual development of their children through regular communication and feedback.
Kindergarten Teacher
Hampton City Schools
Hampton, VA
01.2008 - 06.2013
- Created a positive, safe, and stimulating classroom environment for young children.
- Taught kindergarten students in a variety of subjects, including math, science, language arts, and social studies.
- Planned and implemented engaging, interactive and hands-on lessons while following Hampton City Schools' curriculum guides and the VA Standards of Learning.
- Evaluated each student's progress and adjusted strategies accordingly.
- Differentiated instruction according to students' needs by utilizing centers for reading, writing and math.
- Implemented a positive discipline plan using The 101 Positive Principles of Discipline by Dr. Katharine Kersey.
Practicum Student
Hampton City Schools
Hampton, VA
09.2007 - 12.2007
- Observed, assisted and co-taught all subjects in a kindergarten class for 14 weeks.
- Participated in conferences, staff meetings, IEP meetings and PTA events.
- Encouraged students' social development through cooperative learning activities.
- Modified curriculum as needed to accommodate student differences.
Practicum Student
O.D. U. Early Childhood Center
Norfolk, VA
08.2006 - 12.2006
- Observed, assisted, co-taught and taught in all three preschool classrooms ages 2-4 year olds for 14 weeks.
- Planned and implemented all lessons and activities for preschool children.
Director of Children's Ministry
Peninsula Community Chapel
Yorktown, VA
10.2005 - 08.2006
- Cultivated a Christ centered community of volunteers that used their giftedness to serve the Lord by serving children and their families.
- Developed and implemented a new Sunday morning ministry program for children in K-5th grade.
- Organized large-scale special events such as Vacation Bible School, Christmas Musical, Fall Festival, Spring Fling and family nights, ensuring successful execution from start to finish.
Peer Counselor Intern
Crisis Pregnancy Center of Tidewater
Norfolk, VA
02.2004 - 06.2004
- Observed, co-led and led counseling sessions with women who were unprepared for pregnancy.
- Referred clients to outside agencies and services.
- Co-facilitated psychoeducational classes for clients.
- Answered helpline phone calls with women in crisis.
- Participated in trainings related to post-abortion recovery/healing and those on counseling women who are unprepared for pregnancy.
Education
M.S. Ed. - Early Childhood Education
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA, US12-2007
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Human Services Counseling
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA, US05-2004
Skills
- Early childhood development
- Child development
- Classroom instruction
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Cornerstone Christian School
09.2025 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Covenant Classical Community School
08.2021 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Hampton City Schools
01.2008 - 06.2013
Practicum Student
Hampton City Schools
09.2007 - 12.2007
Practicum Student
O.D. U. Early Childhood Center
08.2006 - 12.2006
Director of Children's Ministry
Peninsula Community Chapel
10.2005 - 08.2006
Peer Counselor Intern
Crisis Pregnancy Center of Tidewater
02.2004 - 06.2004
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Human Services Counseling
Old Dominion University
M.S. Ed. - Early Childhood Education
Old Dominion University