Jody S. Kalata
Crandon,USA
Summary
Obtain an educational opportunity to help guide teaching staff to create an inviting and collaborative learner centered environment. I am a dedicated and passionate educator with knowledge in education and current instructional methods and am organized, outgoing, and friendly.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher/Instructional Coach
School District of Three Lakes
Three Lakes, WI
08.2021 - Current
- Mentored and supported teachers on classroom teaching practices using professional development programs and instructional techniques training.
- Observed classrooms to provide feedback to teachers regarding their teaching methods and classroom management techniques.
- Evaluated existing curricula materials for accuracy and relevance to current educational standards.
Classroom Teacher & Title One Coordinator
Crandon Middle School
Crandon, USA
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Developed lessons, activities and materials to cover required course material.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Implemented targeted reading interventions to improve student literacy levels.
Classroom Teacher (6th and 4th)
Three Lakes Elementary School
Three Lakes, USA
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Instructed students in a variety of academic subjects utilizing differentiated methods of teaching.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Developed a two-year literacy/writing plan for the elementary buildings in the Three Lakes School District
- Planned and provided professional development sessions for elementary in-service days (Moby Max and Interactive Read Alouds)
Classroom Teacher (4th and 5th)
Wabeno Elementary School
Wabeno, USA
08.2010 - 06.2017
- Planned and implemented data driven, developmentally appropriate lessons in literacy and CGI math
- Used current classroom management techniques to create a safe learning environment for all my students
- Acted as Educator Effectiveness coach for the elementary building
- Member of the universal PBIS team for the elementary building
- Worked on the elementary building leadership team
Owner
Tiny Treasures Child Care
Crandon, USA
01.1998 - 01.2010
- Planned and taught developmentally appropriate lessons for a variety of ages
- Differentiated instruction and chose best practice for all children in my care
- Applied for and secured several quality improvements grant monies for literacy, math, and diversity curriculum
Education
Certification Program - Director of Instruction
Viterbo
La Crosse, WI12-2023
Master of Science - Education in Literacy
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI01.2010
Associates of Science - Early Childhood Education
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
Green Bay, WI01.2005
Skills
- School improvement
- Technology integration
- PBIS
- PLC
- Educator Effectivness
- CGI Math Instruction
- Science of Reading
- Reading Interventions
References
- Staci Volkmann, Three Lakes School District, 715-617-1549
- Amy Marvin, Crandon School District, 715-889-1288
- Sherry Christianson, Wabeno Area School District, 715-276-3376
Timeline
Teacher/Instructional Coach
School District of Three Lakes
08.2021 - Current
Classroom Teacher & Title One Coordinator
Crandon Middle School
08.2019 - 08.2021
Classroom Teacher (6th and 4th)
Three Lakes Elementary School
08.2017 - 08.2019
Classroom Teacher (4th and 5th)
Wabeno Elementary School
08.2010 - 06.2017
Owner
Tiny Treasures Child Care
01.1998 - 01.2010
Certification Program - Director of Instruction
Viterbo
Master of Science - Education in Literacy
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
Associates of Science - Early Childhood Education
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
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