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Kate McGraw

Georgetown,TX

Summary

Dedicated and dynamic educator with over 15 years of experience supporting student achievement through innovative instruction, information literacy, and equitable access to learning resources. Adept at fostering academic curiosity and integrating technology to enhance learning, with a proven record of curriculum development, faculty training, and program design across K-12 settings. Certified School Librarian with advanced degrees in Library and Information Science and Education, now seeking to apply these skills in a higher education environment committed to inclusion and student success. Passionate about empowering diverse learners, particularly underserved and first-generation students, through accessible research support and responsive library services. Inspired by ACC’s mission and values, I am eager to contribute to a collaborative, student-centered academic community.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher/Case-Manager

Liberty Hill ISD
08.2022 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
  • Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.

Learning Coach

Liberty Hill ISD
08.2016 - Current
  • Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
  • Provided direction and coordination to learners and provided ongoing feedback to learners.
  • Planned and monitored implementation of technology-based learning programs.
  • Developed assessments and user polls to evaluate course effectiveness, altering content and delivery to achieve student learning goals.
  • Designed course materials and supported implementation.
  • Targeted diverse learning modalities in development of new course content and training programs.

Library Media Specialist

Liberty Hill ISD
07.2014 - 08.2016
  • Updated library collection to include multicultural titles to fit student population.
  • Incorporated library services into lessons while also driving curiosity, engaging students and supporting lifelong learning.
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
  • Managed quality assurance program, including on-site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys.

Library Media Specialist

Round Rock ISD
06.2008 - 07.2014
  • Oversaw trainings via online platforms for local and off-site staff on functionality of newly developed applications to achieve strategic objectives.
  • Promoted library through public relations avenues such as library website and newsletter.
  • Maintained relevant, organized and correctly catalogued library and technology collection based on careful analysis of student needs.
  • Collected and analyzed data to periodically evaluate school library media programs for continuous improvement against measurable goals and communicated program results with administrators and staff.
  • Developed and executed yearly budgets to purchase yearly acquisitions, including books, periodicals, supplies and computer software and hardware.

Teacher

Round Rock Independent School District
08.2005 - 06.2008
  • Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student-centered learning.
  • Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.

Education

Master of Science - Library And Information Science

University Of North Texas
Denton, TX
05.2013

Master of Science - Education

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
05.2005

Bachelor of Arts - English

Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
05.2001

Associate of Science - General Studies

Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA
08.1997

Timeline

Teacher/Case-Manager

Liberty Hill ISD
08.2022 - Current

Learning Coach

Liberty Hill ISD
08.2016 - Current

Library Media Specialist

Liberty Hill ISD
07.2014 - 08.2016

Library Media Specialist

Round Rock ISD
06.2008 - 07.2014

Teacher

Round Rock Independent School District
08.2005 - 06.2008

Master of Science - Library And Information Science

University Of North Texas

Master of Science - Education

Texas State University

Bachelor of Arts - English

Texas A&M University

Associate of Science - General Studies

Northern Virginia Community College
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