Katherine Hale
Mustang
Summary
Passionate and accomplished elementary educator with a strong foundation in instructional leadership, student-centered teaching, and community engagement. Experienced in mentoring new and future teachers, leading school-wide programs, and contributing to district-level curriculum initiatives. Proven track record of accelerating student growth in both math and reading through data-driven instruction, targeted interventions, and inclusive, trauma-informed practices. Recognized with multiple grants and awards for innovation, collaboration, and commitment to student success. Dedicated to creating a positive, engaging, and equitable learning environment where all students thrive.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Choctaw Nicoma Park Schools
Choctaw
08.2020 - Current
- Mentorship & Teacher Development:
Hosted a student teacher in Fall 2024, who now teaches in the district.
Mentored high school Teacher Cadets and two new educators. - Committee Involvement:
Active member of the Retirement Committee, Support Personnel Committee, led the ELL tutoring program, a part of the Oklahoma Teacher Empowerment Program, a school representative for the district Social Studies Consortium, the Social Studies Vertical Team, and I have served as Grade Level Chair.
Student Growth & Impact
- STAR Math and Reading Growth:
Class average increase of 1.8 grade levels in math.
Average reading growth of 1.4 grade levels in reading. - Behavioral & SEL Impact:
Supported a historically behaviorally challenged student from partial-day to full-day attendance with zero office referrals, using trauma-informed practices and love and logic based teaching.
Achievements/Grants
- LifeChanger of the Year Nomination
- 2 Cox Communications Grants – Diverse library collection and STEM robotics
- OK State Department of Ed Grant – Flexible seating for dynamic learning
- Arvest Bank Classroom Grant – $500 for classroom materials
- Choctaw-Nicoma Park Education Foundation Grants – Multiple awards over 5 years
- Continental Resources “Funding the Future” Grant – $2,300 for novels and literacy
2nd Grade Teacher
Moore Public Schools
Moore
01.2019 - 05.2020
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK12-2018
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Differentiated instruction
- Grant writing
- Mentoring teachers
- Behavior management
- Trauma-informed practices
Timeline
Choctaw Nicoma Park Schools
08.2020 - Current
2nd Grade Teacher
Moore Public Schools
01.2019 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Oklahoma
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