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Katharine Attaway

Decatur,GA

Summary

High-energy professional with solid background with children. Maintains organized and disciplined classroom environments devoted to student learning. Caring and compassionate in addressing individual student needs and promoting positive educational experiences. Highly-motivated with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Volleyball Coach

Lamar County Schools
Barnesville, Georgia
08.2023 - Current
  • Coached individuals between ages of 11 and 14 on volleyball techniques.
  • Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
  • Built strong media and community relationships through positive interaction and communication in support of sports program.
  • Encouraged team members to become stronger, more agile athletes and more successful competitors through focus, effective training and proper nutrition.
  • Readied team to compete in tournaments and other special events.
  • Monitored safety of training, individual exercises and equipment usage to avoid sports injuries and damage to facility.
  • Attended events of prospective players, met with families and presented recruitment proposals.
  • Worked with boosters, parents and school administrators to handle support functions.
  • Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
  • Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
  • Analyzed strengths and weaknesses of opposing teams to develop game strategies.

ESE Teacher

Lamar County Schools
Barnesville, Georgia
07.2023 - Current
  • Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
  • Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
  • Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.
  • Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
  • Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
  • Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events.
  • Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
  • Incorporated interactive visual aids into student lesson plans to support learning objectives.
  • Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.
  • Collaborated with outside agencies providing services for students and families to deliver cohesive support.
  • Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.
  • Led students on field trips to enhance educational programs.
  • Participated in adapted physical education activities with students to encourage overall health and instill positive routines.

Teacher

Butts County Schools
Jackson, GA
09.2021 - 05.2023
  • I was the virtual teacher for 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
  • Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
  • Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
  • Assisted fellow teachers with assignment development, special projects, tests, administrative updates and grading.
  • Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
  • Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
  • Worked outside normal hours to be available to answer parent and student questions.
  • Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
  • Enhanced lessons with smart board technology, iPads and computers to address common core goals.
  • Graded student papers and assignments to track student progression.
  • Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
  • Designed individualized curricula for academically underachieving students.
  • Worked one-on-one with at-risk students on core subjects.
  • Maintained positive classroom environments by reinforcing rules for behavior and relationship-building actions.
  • Developed lessons, activities and materials to cover required course material.
  • Maintained safe, clean and organized classroom environment.
  • Instructed students individually and in groups, utilizing various teaching methods.
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
  • Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
  • Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for improvement.

Tracked attendance, assignments, grades and class participation for students.

Kindergarten Teacher

Stark elementary
Jackson, GA
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Developed lesson plans consistent with established guidelines and goals.
  • Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Assessed each child's developmental needs on continuous basis.
  • Supervised students on school grounds, field trips and during various school functions.
  • Improved students' reading independence using methodical sensory lessons on phonemic awareness and strategies for decoding by sounding out words.
  • Prepared students for state required achievement assessments.

Daycare Teacher

Faith Friends Academy
Barnesville, GA
05.2021 - 09.2021
  • Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
  • Supervised circle time, free play, outside play and learning and developmental activities.
  • Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
  • Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
  • Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
  • Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioral issues.
  • Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
  • Sparked creativity and imagination by helping children discover new things each day.
  • Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
  • Supported children's emotional and social development by adapting communication tactics for differing client needs.
  • Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
  • Introduced learning activities and imaginative play to teach children to explore.
  • Observed behavioral issues to alert parents or guardians.
  • Escorted children on outings and trips to promote enrichment and maintain safety.
  • Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing and crafts.
  • Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
  • Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders and speech problems.

Waitress

Jimmy's Steak and Seafood
Jackson, GA
11.2015 - 05.2021
  • Maintained accuracy while handling payments, giving change and printing receipts to customers.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
  • Communicated with kitchen staff to stay updated on item availability and customer wait times.
  • Addressed concerns quickly to improve customer experience and escalated issues to management for resolution when necessary.
  • Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
  • Rolled silverware and set up food stations and dining areas to prepare for next shift or large parties.
  • Prepared salads, appetizers and garnishes to assist kitchen staff.
  • Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
  • Presented food and beverages to guests at tables.
  • Presented menus to patrons to answer questions about menu items and make recommendations.
  • Relayed orders to service bar and kitchen via point-of-sale register system.
  • Utilized POS system to total meal costs and add taxes for final bill calculation.
  • Cleared table and bussed dishes to allow for quick setups.
  • Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts.
  • Set up dining room to meet hospitality and service standards.
  • Resolved customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
  • Welcomed guests with personable attitude and brought beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
  • Verified guest satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
  • Developed strong and lasting resident relationships.
  • Greeted newly seated guests promptly, filled water glasses and brought bread to table.
  • Answered guest questions regarding menu, food and beverage preparation, recipe ingredients and allergens.
  • Implemented sanitary food handling, holding and service protocols.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
  • Maintained knowledge of menu items, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
  • Completed opening and closing checklists to ensure smooth restaurant operations.
  • Documented food orders and ran items to guest tables in dining room.
  • Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and offering condiments, napkins and other items.
  • Reset tables between guests, refilled condiments and wiped down surfaces.
  • Set up tables and counters to prepare dining and serving areas.
  • Completed final preparations of dishes and quickly delivered items to customers.
  • Relayed orders and special requests to cooks.
  • Took orders, calculated charges, issued table checks and collected payments from customers.
  • Handled special customer requests for separate checks and menu substitutions.
  • Provided timely checks on guest needs and brought requests.
  • Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
  • Calculated accurate bill amounts and processed cash and credit card payments.

Education

Post-Bacc Pre-Medical Accelerated Program - Pre-Medical

Agnes Scott College
Decatur, GA
05-2025

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Gordon State College
Barnesville, GA
05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Special Education

Gordon State College
Barnesville, GA
05.2022

High School Diploma -

Jackson Highschool
Jackson, GA
05.2017

Master of Education - Educational Leadership

Georgia College And State University
Milledgeville, GA

Skills

  • Mediation and Advocacy Talent
  • Standardized Testing Techniques
  • Differentiated Learning Techniques
  • Teaching, Tutoring and Counseling
  • Student Motivation and Engagement
  • Parent Communication
  • Relationship Building
  • Positive Atmosphere Promotion
  • CPR/First-aid Certified
  • Flexible and Adaptive
  • Online Teaching
  • Point of Sale (POS) System Operations
  • Menu Memorization
  • Customer Service and Rapport
  • Transactions and Cash Handling
  • High Energy and Stamina

Timeline

Volleyball Coach

Lamar County Schools
08.2023 - Current

ESE Teacher

Lamar County Schools
07.2023 - Current

Kindergarten Teacher

Stark elementary
08.2022 - 05.2023

Teacher

Butts County Schools
09.2021 - 05.2023

Daycare Teacher

Faith Friends Academy
05.2021 - 09.2021

Waitress

Jimmy's Steak and Seafood
11.2015 - 05.2021

Post-Bacc Pre-Medical Accelerated Program - Pre-Medical

Agnes Scott College

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Gordon State College

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Special Education

Gordon State College

High School Diploma -

Jackson Highschool

Master of Education - Educational Leadership

Georgia College And State University
Katharine Attaway