Jamie-Lynn Katayama
Pearl City
Summary
Dedicated education professional with extensive experience in mentoring student teachers and implementing effective classroom strategies. Expertise in behavior management and fostering positive learning environments, committed to enhancing student engagement and instructional effectiveness.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Ala Wai Elementary School
Honolulu
01.2025 - Current
- Managed classroom activities, promoting engagement and a positive learning environment.
- Communicated effectively with students, enhancing respect and cooperation.
- Adapted teaching methods, ensuring inclusivity for diverse learning styles and needs.
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
Field Supervisor (Student Teachers)
University of Hawaii at Manoa
Honolulu
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Mentored student teachers from UH Manoa, enhancing their teaching strategies and
leading to improved student engagement and learning outcomes. - Collaborated with three academic programs to refine student learning experiences.
- Observed and conferred with student teachers bi-weekly to provide targeted feedback and support.
5th Grade Classroom Teacher
Ala Wai Elementary School
Honolulu
09.2020 - 07.2023
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state educational standards.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning styles.
- Managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement techniques effectively.
- Organized field trips and extracurricular activities to enrich learning experiences.
Various Positions
Various
Honolulu
06.2007 - 12.2017
- Before moving to the Elementary classroom, I have worked in many different positions. Ranging from a center director to early intervention.
- In 2017, I decided to work on my Master of Education. This led me to the Elementary Education classroom in 2020.
- I have two master's degrees, one in Early Education and one in Elementary Education.
Training and Curriculum Specialist
Marine Corps Base Hawaii
Kaneohe
02.2001 - 06.2007
- Coordinated training sessions for staff on new curriculum implementation techniques, facilitating smoother transitions to updated educational practices.
- Collaborated with instructors to enhance teaching strategies and instructional design, resulting in improved student engagement.
- Conducted classroom observations to assess effectiveness of instruction and student learning, providing actionable feedback to enhance teaching quality.
- Evaluated educational programs for compliance with military standards and requirements.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ01-2019
Master of Arts - Early Education
Masters in Early Education
University Of Phoenix12-2008
Bachelor of Science - Family Resources
University of Hawaii At Manoa
Honolulu, HI12-1998
Some College (No Degree) - Curriculum and Instruction (EDD)
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZSkills
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Lesson planning
- Behavior management
- Student engagement
- Elementary education
- Mentorship skills
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Ala Wai Elementary School
01.2025 - Current
Field Supervisor (Student Teachers)
University of Hawaii at Manoa
01.2023 - 12.2023
5th Grade Classroom Teacher
Ala Wai Elementary School
09.2020 - 07.2023
Various Positions
Various
06.2007 - 12.2017
Training and Curriculum Specialist
Marine Corps Base Hawaii
02.2001 - 06.2007
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Phoenix
Master of Arts - Early Education
Masters in Early Education
Bachelor of Science - Family Resources
University of Hawaii At Manoa
Some College (No Degree) - Curriculum and Instruction (EDD)
University of Phoenix