Kaitlyn Pedersen
Apple Valley,CA
Summary
Dynamic CTE Teacher and Department Chair at Encore Jr./Sr. High School of the Performing Arts, adept in technology integration and fostering student engagement. Excelled in collaborative teaching and project-based learning, significantly enhancing educational outcomes. Demonstrated exceptional skills in workforce development and maintaining a positive learning environment, leveraging both hard and soft skills to meet diverse learner needs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
CTE Teacher and Department Chair
Encore Jr./Sr. High School of the Performing Arts
Hesperia , CA
08.2018 - 01.2025
- Integrated technology into the classroom environment when appropriate for enhanced learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
- Encouraged students to use problem-solving strategies for technical challenges.
- Developed collaborative relationships with colleagues across departments in order maximize resources available for teaching purposes.
- Maintained school-wide culture of respect and actively used positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) disciplinary methods.
- Established clear expectations regarding academic performance, behavior, and attendance while maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Created a variety of instructional materials to supplement existing course materials.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback regarding progress toward mastery of skills.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Collaborated with other educators to address deficiencies in program offerings.
- Conducted assessments of student learning and progress in the classroom.
Competitive Gymnastics Coach and Manager
J Cruz Gymnastics
Oak Hill, CA
01.2015 - 09.2018
- Analyzed athlete performance during competitions and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Readied team to compete in tournaments and other special events.
- Engaged with parents and guardians, providing regular updates on athlete progress and addressing concerns.
- Provided constructive feedback to help athletes improve their technique and form.
- Attended seminars related to coaching development and gymnastics skill progression.
- Assisted in fundraising and promotional activities to support the gymnastics program and enhance facilities.
- Conducted exercising drills to improve flexibility, stamina and strength of each player.
Office Assistant
Dream Engineering
Victorville, CA
01.2012 - 05.2014
- Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents to improve organizational workflow.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of office policies and procedures.
- Maintained an organized filing system of paper documents and electronic files.
- Answered phone calls and directed them to appropriate personnel.
- Answered incoming calls in a professional manner and directed callers to the appropriate personnel.
- Provided customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
Education
CTE- Arts, Media & Entertainment
LACOE
San Diego 04-2025
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
San Joaquin Valley College
Visalia, CA02-2012
Skills
- Technology Integration in Education
- Industry expertise
- Student engagement
- Workplace safety
- Workforce development
- Collaborative teaching
- Project-based learning
- Real-world application
Timeline
CTE Teacher and Department Chair
Encore Jr./Sr. High School of the Performing Arts
08.2018 - 01.2025
Competitive Gymnastics Coach and Manager
J Cruz Gymnastics
01.2015 - 09.2018
Office Assistant
Dream Engineering
01.2012 - 05.2014
CTE- Arts, Media & Entertainment
LACOE
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
San Joaquin Valley College
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