Kara Spitler-Job
Greeley,CO
Summary
Passionate educator with diverse teaching experience skilled in creating engaging classroom atmospheres that inspire curiosity and learning. Demonstrated ability to adapt teaching methodologies to enhance student understanding and achievement.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Music Teacher
Weld Re-8
Dacono, CO
08.2019 - Current
- Developed standards-based curriculum in music theory, history, composition, and expression for grades K-5.
- Selected music repertoire for grades K-8 to enhance educational experiences.
- Taught middle school choir for grades 6-8, emphasizing vocal development and teamwork.
- Facilitated drama club activities for grades 5-8 to encourage performance arts engagement.
- Conducted beginning band ensembles for grades 6-8, focusing on foundational instrumental skills.
- Planned and executed school-wide performances to showcase student talent across all grade levels.
- Arranged and composed accessible music for beginning band using Finale software.
- Led community events featuring student performances to strengthen local engagement.
Classroom Teacher
Weld Re-8
Fort Lupton, CO
08.2013 - 05.2019
- Fostered academic, emotional, and social growth in students through collaboration with teammates, administrators, and parents.
- Delivered targeted literacy instruction addressing phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, comprehension, and fluency.
- Implemented Everyday Math curriculum to align Mathematics instruction with Colorado State standards.
- Conducted both informal and formal assessments to monitor student progress effectively.
- Provided writing instruction based on standards using ECAW program as a resource.
- Collaborated with reading interventionists to design and execute tier 2 and 3 instructional strategies.
- Utilized student data to tailor instruction according to Colorado State standards.
- Participated in Cultural Management Team to enhance building climate and culture.
CPP Teacher
ABC Child Development Centers
Greeley, CO
08.2012 - 08.2013
- Established a balanced learning environment promoting cognitive, social, and emotional growth for preschool students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop individualized learning plans for students with special needs.
- Planned and delivered literacy-focused lessons tailored to enhance student engagement.
- Documented daily observations to track social, emotional, and academic development of students.
Teacher
Greeley-Evans School District 6
Greeley, CO
01.2002 - 05.2012
- Facilitated communication among teammates, administrators, and parents to support student growth.
- Leveraged technology, including document cameras and Promethean boards, to enhance lesson engagement.
- Developed familiarity with diverse resources and curricula for effective instructional delivery.
- Conducted assessments to monitor student progress through formal and informal methods.
- Collaborated with team and administration to devise intervention strategies for academic improvement.
- Contributed to cultural management team initiatives aimed at enhancing work environment.
- Participated in ongoing professional development to refine teaching practices.
Licensed Home Daycare Provider
Self Employed Web
Greeley, CO
01.1996 - 01.1999
- Maintained Colorado state license for in-home childcare business.
- Communicated with parents to foster positive relationships and enhance satisfaction.
- Provided safe, nurturing environment for multiple children under care.
- Participated in Wildwood government food program for daycare providers.
- Maintained comprehensive records and executed bookkeeping tasks.
Education
Master of Music Education -
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies/Fine Arts Emphasis
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO12.2001
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
AIMS Community College
Greeley, CO05.1999
Skills
- Curriculum development and lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Team collaboration
- Instructional strategies
- Musical instruction
- Arranging skills
- Relationship building
- Adaptability
Certification
- Current Colorado Professional Teaching License: Elementary Education K-6, Music K-12 (pending)
- Certified Muiskgarten Instructor: Music Makers – Around the World & Cycle of the Seasons
- Certified Inter-rater Reliability for Strategies GOLD
Accomplishments
- Member of Golden Key National Honor Society
- Certificate of Academic Distinction, University of Northern Colorado, 1999-2000 & 2000-2001
- Dean's List of Academic Distinction, AIMS Community College
- Graduated with honors from the University of Northern Colorado class of 2001
Timeline
Music Teacher
Weld Re-8
08.2019 - Current
Classroom Teacher
Weld Re-8
08.2013 - 05.2019
CPP Teacher
ABC Child Development Centers
08.2012 - 08.2013
Teacher
Greeley-Evans School District 6
01.2002 - 05.2012
Licensed Home Daycare Provider
Self Employed Web
01.1996 - 01.1999
Master of Music Education -
University of Northern Colorado
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies/Fine Arts Emphasis
University of Northern Colorado
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
AIMS Community College