Katherine Burnham
Roseburg
Summary
Dedicated educator with extensive experience in diverse classroom settings. Focuses on creating engaging lesson plans that cater to varied learning styles while promoting a safe and inclusive environment. Adept at collaborating with colleagues to support educational goals and track student progress through measurable objectives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Douglas ESD
01.2020 - Current
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Collaborated with teachers to support educational objectives and student needs.
- Promoted a safe and secure atmosphere within the classroom setting.
Teacher
Winston Middle School
08.2022 - 01.2025
- Planned and implemented a program of study to meet the needs, interests, and abilities of students.
- Contributed to the design and development of classroom behavior management system to promote positive student behavior and learning environment
- Created measurable objectives to track progress toward students' IEP goals
- Participated in IEP meetings, summarizing students' progress and future educational strategies
- Supervised state-mandated testing procedures
- Provided individualized support to students struggling with academic and behavior challenges.
Teacher
Myrtle Creek Elementary School
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Developed instructional strategies tailored to the diverse learning needs of 26 4th-grade students.
- Utilized a variety of teaching methods to engage students with different learning styles.
- Provided individualized support to students struggling with academic challenges.
- Built strong relationships with students, parents, and key family members to foster a supportive learning environment.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Western Oregon University of Oregon
Monmouth, OR06-2025
Master of Arts - Teaching
Pacific University of Oregon
Forest Grove, OR01-2013
Skills
- Classroom management
- Behavior management
- Lesson planning
- Instructional strategies
- Individualized support
- Collaborative teaching
- Curriculum development
References
References available upon request.
License
Preliminary Teaching, Sped Endorsement, 03/30/28
Timeline
Teacher
Winston Middle School
08.2022 - 01.2025
Teacher
Myrtle Creek Elementary School
08.2021 - 06.2022
Substitute Teacher
Douglas ESD
01.2020 - Current
Master of Science - Special Education
Western Oregon University of Oregon
Master of Arts - Teaching
Pacific University of Oregon