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Katherine E. Spencer

9699 Creek Vista Lane Willis,TX

Summary

Qualified teacher with strong background in early childhood education and proven track record of fostering positive and engaging learning environment. Successfully implemented creative lesson plans and activities that promote cognitive and social development. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with parents and collaborate with colleagues to achieve educational goals.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

1st Grade Teacher - McNabb Elementary

Spring ISD
08.2020 - Current
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
  • Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.

2nd Grade Teacher - McNabb Elementary

Spring ISD
08.2019 - 05.2020
  • Develop comprehensive and individual education plans through team planning to guide students to success
  • Educate students in all areas of general education with the use of established principals and programs such as a Balanced Literacy Block that includes Vocabulary/Word Work, Spelling, Writing/Conventions (Pearson My View Literacy 2020), Shared Reading and Writing, Guiding Reading, Whole Group Mini Lessons, Stations and Literature Circles. A Balanced Math Block that includes Problem Solving, Number Talks, Whole Group Mini Lessons, Small Groups and Stations.
  • Evaluate classroom progress to ensure student competency and retention of acquired knowledge using formal and informal assessments such as DRA Testing, Reading and Math Campus Based Assessments, and Reading and Math MAP testing.
  • Implement classroom management skills to maintain order and redirect conduct with positive reinforcement.
  • Maintain Professional Development, Appraisals, and Test Data through Eduphoria.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
  • Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.

4th Grade (Self Contained) Teacher (Willis ISD)

A.R. Turner Elementary
08.2018 - 05.2019
  • Develop comprehensive and individual education plans through team planning to guide students to success
  • Educate students in all areas of general education with the use of established principals and programs such as a Balanced Literacy Block that includes Primary Comprehension Toolkit, Fountas and Pinnell Literacy and Phonics programs, Lucy Calkins Writing Program, Stations, Guided Reading Groups, Mini Lessons, and Literacy Circles. A Balanced Math Block that includes Kim Sutton 10 Block Math Program, Problem Solving (using problem solving mat), Direct Teach Lessons, Stations and Small groups.
  • Evaluate classroom progress to ensure student competency and retention of acquired knowledge using formal and informal assessments such as Common Assessments, Benchmark testing, DRA testing, and MAP testing.
  • Implement classroom management skills to maintain order and redirect conduct with positive reinforcement.
  • Maintain all Lesson plans, Professional Development, Appraisals, and Test Data through Eduphoria.

1st Grade Teacher (Willis ISD)

C.C. Hardy Elementary
08.2013 - 05.2018
  • Develop comprehensive and individual education plans through team planning to guide students to success
  • Educate students in all areas of general education with the use of established principals and programs such as a Balanced Literacy Program that includes Primary Comprehension Toolkit, Response To Intervention (RTI), Fountas and Pinnell Literacy and Phonics programs, Fountas and Pinnell Leveled Literacy Intervention (LLI), Lucy Calkins Writing Program, and Guided Reading Groups. A balanced Math Block that includes Kim Sutton 10 Block Math Program, Problem Solving (problem solving mat), Direct Teach lessons, Stations, and Small Groups.
  • Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS), Second Step Program (Social Skills).
  • Evaluate classroom progress to ensure student competency and retention of acquired knowledge using formal and informal assessments such as Common Assessments, Benchmark testing, DRA testing, TPRI testing, TEMI testing, and MAP testing.
  • Implement classroom management skills to maintain order and redirect conduct with positive reinforcement (PBIS).
  • Maintain all Lesson plans, Professional Development, Appraisals, and Test Data through Eduphoria.
  • 1st Grade Team Leader – Team leader for the 2016-17 school year, providing the team with support and leadership to motivate colleagues, facilitate team problem solving, and help promote and improve the learning environment of each student.

Mathematics and Literacy Lab Aide (Willis ISD)

C.C. Hardy Elementary
08.2010 - 01.2013
  • Collaborate with teachers to provide additional assistance to students in a small group setting within the classroom
  • Equip Kindergarten through fifth grade students with learning tools that further enable increased reading and mathematics proficiency

Special Education Aide (Willis ISD)

Meador Elementary
08.2008 - 01.2010
  • Oversee integration and day to day requirements of special needs students in general education classroom
  • Arrange scheduling of physical, occupational, and speech therapies
  • Contribute educational support in all assignments, evaluations, and learning processes

Library Aide (Willis ISD)

Cannan Elementary
08.2004 - 01.2008
  • Manage daily operations and inventory in the school library
  • Process and preserve order of student rentals, returns, and teacher use of school inventory
  • Maintain organization of book shelves through utilization of the Dewey Decimal System

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

LeTourneau University
Longview, Texas
12.2012

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Phonics instruction
  • Organizational skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Professional development
  • Lesson planning
  • Teaching strategies
  • Differentiated instruction

Accomplishments

  • 1st Grade Team Leader - McNabb Elementary - August 2021 - present
  • Teacher of the Year 2023-2024
  • Paraprofessional of the District - Willis ISD - May 2012
  • Paraprofessional of the Year - CC Hardy Elementary May 2012
  • Paraprofessional of the Year - Meador Elementary - May 2012

Certification

  • EC-6 Certified professional educator in the instruction of early childhood education through grade level six
  • ESL Supplemental - Experienced in the instruction of students whom English is not their primary language

Timeline

1st Grade Teacher - McNabb Elementary

Spring ISD
08.2020 - Current

2nd Grade Teacher - McNabb Elementary

Spring ISD
08.2019 - 05.2020

4th Grade (Self Contained) Teacher (Willis ISD)

A.R. Turner Elementary
08.2018 - 05.2019

1st Grade Teacher (Willis ISD)

C.C. Hardy Elementary
08.2013 - 05.2018

Mathematics and Literacy Lab Aide (Willis ISD)

C.C. Hardy Elementary
08.2010 - 01.2013

Special Education Aide (Willis ISD)

Meador Elementary
08.2008 - 01.2010

Library Aide (Willis ISD)

Cannan Elementary
08.2004 - 01.2008

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

LeTourneau University

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