Kate Hale
Keller,TX
Summary
I am passionate about building relationships! I enjoy facilitating and supporting work and learning environments that set others up for success. I value hospitality and creating opportunities for memory making no matter the title of the job.
I have invested over fifteen years to teaching, training and equipping the next generation of leaders in the public and private school classroom, as well as my own three children at home. I am thrilled for new opportunities where I can connect with others, utilize my communication skills, and grow personally.
The last 4 years, I have had the privilege of teaching at a private Christian school, where Bible lessons and chapel are a part of our daily routine and discussion. I absolutely love sharing Jesus with the next generation!
Consistency, Responsibility, Self Discipline, and Learner are my top strengths that prove to be an asset to any team. I look forward to being a part of yours!
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Trinity Preparatory Academy
Keller, TX
08.2022 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Created a positive classroom environment promoting respect and cooperation.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques to enhance student behavior.
- Collaborated with parents to support student learning and address concerns.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's academic progress via emails or phone calls.
- Managed classroom behavior by implementing proactive strategies such as positive reinforcement and redirection techniques.
- Encouraged critical thinking through questioning techniques, discussions, and problem solving tasks.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan, discuss, and assess learning outcomes.
- Utilized a variety of instructional strategies such as whole-class instruction, small group activities, and individualized instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
- Created safe, nurturing environment of trust and respect.
Kindergarten Teacher
Birdville Independent School District
Haltom City, TX
08.2006 - 05.2018
- Monitored, documented and reported students' progress and performance.
- Implemented focused lessons for reading readiness highlighting phonics, language comprehension and writing abilities.
- Fostered language development, comprehension and vocabulary using traditional poetry, nursery rhymes and riddles.
- Coordinated conferences with parents to discuss student progress and establish goals for improvement and advancement.
- Guided reading aloud to spark imagination and foster reading comprehension and vocabulary development.
- Worked closely with peers to devise and utilize advanced technology and smart boards.
- Advised fellow teachers and administrators on procedures and strategies for kindergarten teaching guidelines.
- Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
- Referred to district standards to plan lessons and prepare students to take standardized assessments.
YMCA Counselor
YMCA
Abilene, TX
09.2003 - 05.2005
- Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.
- Coordinated and arranged decorations, and teaching tools for the classroom.
- Drove the after school pick-up van to and from the YMCA facility to the elementary schools.
Hostess
Chili's Bar and Grill
North Richland Hills, TX
06.1999 - 07.2001
- Stayed attentive to server availability and table turnover to seat guests quickly.
- Performed walked throughs during service to monitor guest satisfaction and advise serving and bussing staff of specific guest needs.
- Greeted guests and gathered information to seat groups or place on waitlist.
- Monitored dining area to assess server capacity and estimate wait times.
- Accommodated guests with children and special needs to promote comfortable dining experience.
- Checked dining and serving areas to verify proper cleanliness and readiness for guests.
- Supported serving staff, food runners and bussers to keep dining room presentable and ready for guests.
Education
Master of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, Texas, TX08-2025
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Abilene Christian University
Abilene, TX12.2005
Skills
- Excellent classroom management
- Curriculum planning
- Lesson planning
- Working collaboratively
- Leadership
- Child development
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Communication
- Analytical
- Customer service
Accomplishments
-Voted John D. Spicer Elementary Teacher of the Year in 2012
-Entrusted with the task of kindergarten team leader for multiple terms at John D. Spicer Elementary
Certification
Texas Teaching Certificate-EC-4th grade valid thru 2029
ESL Certification valid thru 2029
ESL Certification valid thru 2029
Community Impact
- 2022 Organized and collected donations for "blessing baskets" to bless local police and fireman with snacks and goodies at my school
- 2022-2024 Participated in Wreaths Across America during Christmas season
- 2025 participated in packing food boxes for those in need at my church
- Creator of www.littlesliceoftexas.com-connecting families and individuals to fun and adventurous travel around the great state of Texas since 2020
Timeline
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Trinity Preparatory Academy
08.2022 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Birdville Independent School District
08.2006 - 05.2018
YMCA Counselor
YMCA
09.2003 - 05.2005
Hostess
Chili's Bar and Grill
06.1999 - 07.2001
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Abilene Christian University
Master of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
The University of Texas At Arlington