KATHERINA M. ROEDER
St. Louis,MO
Summary
Dedicated educator with a Doctorate in Education specializing in Collaborative High Impact Instruction from Fontbonne University. Demonstrate expertise in developing and implementing innovative teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning needs and foster student success. Proficient in Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles, trauma-informed practices, and specialized reading instruction. Skilled in curriculum development, data analysis, and collaborative leadership. Strong communicator with a commitment to creating inclusive and accessible learning environments. Passionate about empowering students with social-emotional learning skills to thrive academically and personally.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adjunct Professor
Fontbonne University
01.2024 - Current
- Instruct course on Universal Design for Learning (UDL), emphasizing principles of accessibility, inclusivity, and diverse learning styles
- Develop curriculum materials, including lectures, assignments, and assessments, to foster student engagement and understanding of UDL principles
- Utilize various teaching methods, such as interactive discussions, multimedia presentations, and hands-on activities, to accommodate diverse learning preferences and abilities
- Implement technology tools and resources to enhance accessibility and accommodate students with disabilities, ensuring equal access to course materials and activities
- Receive positive feedback from students regarding the effectiveness of course content, teaching methods, and support provided for their learning needs.
Co-Taught Reading Teacher
Special School District
08.2022 - Current
- Create a positive and engaging environment in the classroom that encourages literacy skills.
- Enhance reading comprehension by implementing guided reading groups and targeted literacy instruction.
- Collaborate with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that reinforce reading skills across subject areas.
Special Education Modified Reading Teacher
Special School District
05.2022 - Current
- Provide specialized reading instruction for grades 6-8 (Language! Live curriculum)
- Support struggling readers through individualized interventions and progress monitoring, leading to improved reading levels.
- Create positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
- Boost student fluency rates by utilizing effective instructional strategies during small group instruction.
Data Team Leader
Special School District
01.2021 - Current
- Supervise 25 team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
- Monitor team performance and provide constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
Teacher Leadership Academy
Special School District
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Identified, described, and worked to manage, lead, and build relationships.
- Utilized a systems approach for continuous improvement as an instructional leader.
- Increased ability to continuously improve leadership skills through a year-long project that completed four cycles of improvement that contributed to student success.
Special Education Essential Skills Teacher
Special School District
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Provided direct instruction for grades 6-8 within a cross-categorical unit (Autism, Intellectually Disabled, Multiple Disabilities, etc.)
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Served as a member of SSD Autism Cohort.
Teen Connect Teacher
Special School District
07.2016 - 08.2017
- Taught social-emotional learning skills to students with Social, Emotional, and Behavioral (SEB) and/or Mental Health (MH) concerns so they can succeed in their home school as the least restrictive setting
- Strengthened schools’ capacity to serve students with SEB/MH needs
- Connected students and their families with community supports.
Special Education Teacher, Grades 5-9
Great Circle Edgewood School
08.2011 - 07.2016
- Independently taught cross-categorical students in a self-contained classroom and provided differentiated instruction for language arts (Corrective Reading), science, social studies, reading, and math curriculum
- Wrote Individual Education Plans (IEPs) based on assessment findings and priorities identified by each student’s care team, as well as implement IEP objectives across various settings to ensure student achievement towards goals
- Implemented Safe Crisis Management (SCM) to provide crisis intervention to students when appropriate
- Maintained regular communication with parents to ensure strong learning partnerships
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive middle school mathematics curriculum covering essential domains including the number system, expressions and equations, functions, geometry, and statistics and probability (2012)
Education
Doctor of Education - Collaborative High Impact Instruction
Fontbonne University
St. Louis, MO08.2022
Master of Arts in Teaching - Special Education
Fontbonne University
St. Louis, MO05.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Saint Louis University
St. Louis, MO05.2000
Skills
- Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Principles
- Scholarly Writing and Publication
- Pedagogical Innovation
- Instructional Design
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Academic Advising
- Mentorship and Student Support
- Technology Integration in Higher Education
- Data Analysis and Research Interpretation
- Scholarly Writing
- Professional Development Facilitation
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Education
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 10 in the development of "Using Equity and Organizational Improvement Models to Enhance Trauma-Informed Education Practices."
Certification
Special Education Certification - Mild-Moderate Disabilities, Cross-Categorical (K-12)
Additional Information
I am currently writing a chapter in a textbook, "Using Equity and Organizational Improvement Models to Enhance Trauma-Informed Education Practices." The purpose of the book is to share current understandings from a variety of social-cultural theorists,
educators, and trauma experts on best practices that educators, future educators, and community organizations can apply on a daily basis.
can apply on a daily basis.
Languages
Polish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Adjunct Professor
Fontbonne University
01.2024 - Current
Co-Taught Reading Teacher
Special School District
08.2022 - Current
Teacher Leadership Academy
Special School District
08.2022 - 05.2023
Special Education Modified Reading Teacher
Special School District
05.2022 - Current
Special Education Essential Skills Teacher
Special School District
08.2021 - 05.2022
Data Team Leader
Special School District
01.2021 - Current
Teen Connect Teacher
Special School District
07.2016 - 08.2017
Special Education Teacher, Grades 5-9
Great Circle Edgewood School
08.2011 - 07.2016
Doctor of Education - Collaborative High Impact Instruction
Fontbonne University
Master of Arts in Teaching - Special Education
Fontbonne University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Saint Louis University
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