KATHERINE COLLIER
St Louis,MO
Summary
Professional educator with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs. Valued for strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Classroom Teacher
City of St. Charles School District
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Actively communicated with families regarding student progress and development.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices.
- Implemented adaptable teaching methods.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, guiding future instruction based on individual needs.
- Established a positive classroom environment by setting clear expectations and promoting respect among students.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
Instructional Coach and Reading Specialist
Archdiocese of St. Louis
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities.
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs, and identified research-based instructional strategies.
- Assisted new teachers acclimate quickly into their roles through comprehensive mentoring programs and ongoing support.
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Implemented research-based instructional strategies to address achievement gaps among various student populations, fostering an inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Facilitated collaborative planning sessions for grade-level teams to establish learning goals and align curriculum across subjects.
Classroom Teacher
Ferguson-Florissant School District
08.2003 - 05.2023
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong communication between students, parents, and staff members.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for improved outcomes.
- Increased overall student achievement by utilizing differentiated instructional methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Served on school committees focused on improving instructional practices, furthering professional growth, and advancing educational initiatives.
- Worked one-on-one and in small groups with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Provided individualized and diversified instruction to support student comprehension and assist with navigating challenges.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated first year teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Taught virtually, concurrently, and used Alternative Methods of Instruction.
- Experienced using technology such as, Zoom, Google Meets, Power Point, Excel, Word, Canvas, Clever, Imagine Learning, Tyler SIS, Power School, etc.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Fontbonne University
St Louis, MO05-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
St. Louis University
St. Louis, MO01.2003
St. Louis Community College
St Louis, MO01.2000
Skills
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Growth mindset
- Collaborative learning
- Technology integration
- Multi-tasking
- Time management
- Computer proficiency
- Strong problem solver
- Dedicated team player
Certification
- Elementary Education 1-6
- Early Childhood Education B-3
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
City of St. Charles School District
09.2024 - 05.2025
Instructional Coach and Reading Specialist
Archdiocese of St. Louis
08.2023 - 05.2024
Classroom Teacher
Ferguson-Florissant School District
08.2003 - 05.2023
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Fontbonne University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
St. Louis University
St. Louis Community College
Similar Profiles
John WarneckeJohn Warnecke
Middle School Teacher at City of St. Charles School DistrictMiddle School Teacher at City of St. Charles School District
Jessica BowmanJessica Bowman
Special Education Teacher at Special School District Of St. Louis CountySpecial Education Teacher at Special School District Of St. Louis County
Kristen StarkKristen Stark
Custodian at St. Charles City School DistrictCustodian at St. Charles City School District
Devon ReeseDevon Reese
Front Desk Receptionist at Planet FitnessFront Desk Receptionist at Planet Fitness
Hannah SchmittHannah Schmitt
Community Resource Coordinator at Willows WayCommunity Resource Coordinator at Willows Way