Katherine Beeler
Grand Junction,CO
Summary
Accomplished Learning and Development Professional with 12 years of experience in training design, instructional coaching, and program development. Expertise in implementing effective training initiatives, analyzing performance data, and driving organizational change. Skilled in fostering professional growth and translating complex concepts into actionable strategies. Holds a Master of Science in Educational Leadership and excels in communication, strategic planning, and problem-solving.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Math teacher & Implementation/professional Learning coach
R5 High School
Grand Junction, CO
05.2024 - Current
- Designed and implemented engaging, differentiated math curricula for diverse learners, focusing on individualized education plans (IEPs) and student success in Algebra, Geometry, Statistics & Trigonometry.
- Utilized alternative teaching strategies, including project based learning and real world problem solving activities, to meet the unique needs of at-risk and non-traditional students in mathematics.
- Developed and delivered professional learning for staff on project based learning, teaching strategies, data integration, and research based social emotional learning, enhancing instructional practices across the school.
- Integrated technology, including graphing software and online platforms, to boost student engagement and accommodate diverse learning styles in a blended classroom.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, including counselors and social workers, to address academic, emotional, and behavioral challenges, creating a supportive learning environment for all students.
- Consistently achieved measurable improvements in student performance, with 90% of students meeting or exceeding individualized growth goals in math proficiency assessments.
Secondary Instructional and Professional Learning Coach
District 51
Grand Junction, CO
07.2020 - 05.2024
- Developed and facilitated professional learning for district in-service, individual schools K-12, vertical alignment teams, and content learning communities.
- Executed coaching cycles emphasizing feedback and growth for individual teachers and grade-level teams, enhancing instructional practices.
- Facilitated development of school Universal Improvement Plans through collaboration with educators and administrators, driving targeted improvement strategies.
- Collaborated with curriculum development professionals, contributing expertise to enhance district curricula alignment and effectiveness.
- Modeled, created, and assisted in implementation of interim and annual school-wide goals, assessments and outcomes.
Elementary Instructional Coach
District 51
Grand Junction, CO
08.2019 - 07.2020
- Provided targeted one-on-one and small group instruction, improving math skills for students at risk of falling behind.
- Identified learning needs and created and presented professional learning based on school wide data.
- Onboarded and mentored newly hired educators, fostering their professional growth and integration into the school community.
- Created and established social media presence, enhancing family and community engagement with the school.
Elementary Teacher
Clifton Elementary School
Clifton, CO
06.2014 - 08.2019
Instructional Paraprofessional
Clifton Elementary School
Clifton, CO
02.2014 - 06.2015
Education
Master Of Science (M.S.) - Educational Leadership
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, US01-2023
Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.) - Youth Development
North Central University
Minneapolis, MN01-2011
Skills
- Curriculum development & design
- Professional learning development & implementation
- Public Speaking & professional training
- Differentiated instruction
- Instructional strategies
- Data analysis
- Flexible teaching methods
- Assessment analysis
- Math curriculum design
Certification
- Praxis 5412 Educational Leadership Admin & Supervisor
- Cognitive Coaching training and certification
- Advanced Math Recovery certification
- EBT3R Science of Reading certification
- Colorado Teaching License K-6 & K-12 Mathematics
Affiliations
- CCTM: Colorado Council of Teachers of Mathematics (2017-current)
- Instructional leadership team (2016-current)
- District Accountability Committee (2016-2020)
- NCTM: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (2017-2019)
Timeline
High School Math teacher & Implementation/professional Learning coach
R5 High School
05.2024 - Current
Secondary Instructional and Professional Learning Coach
District 51
07.2020 - 05.2024
Elementary Instructional Coach
District 51
08.2019 - 07.2020
Elementary Teacher
Clifton Elementary School
06.2014 - 08.2019
Instructional Paraprofessional
Clifton Elementary School
02.2014 - 06.2015
Master Of Science (M.S.) - Educational Leadership
Western Governors University
Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.) - Youth Development
North Central University