Katherine Hayner
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dynamic educator with experience at Moving Everest Charter School, adept at special education and fostering student engagement. Proven ability to implement differentiated lesson plans and utilize positive reinforcement strategies, enhancing classroom behavior and learning outcomes. Committed to creating inclusive environments that support diverse learners and promote academic success.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Permanent Building Substitute Teacher
Moving Everest Charter School
08.2025 - Current
- Deliver daily instruction across grade levels K–8, adapting lesson plans to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Provide support for students with IEPs and 504 plans, ensuring accommodations are met.
- Serve as a reliable, full-time presence in the building, ready to step into any classroom as needed.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans for students with challenging behavior.
- Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
2nd Grade Student Teacher
South Loop Elementary School
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
Women's Soccer Graduate Assistant
Roosevelt University
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Facilitated strong communication between coaches, athletes, and administration, fostering a positive team environment.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
- Developed and implemented training drills to improve team cohesiveness and performance.
2nd Grade Student Teacher
Old St. Mary's Catholic School
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering
open communication. - Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Roosevelt University
Chicago, IL05-2025
Master of Arts - Psychology
Lewis University
Romeoville, IL05-2023
Skills
- Special education
- Flexibility
- Student engagement
- Positive reinforcement
- Lesson implementation
Certification
- Professional Educator License (PEL) – Illinois, Grades 1–6 (Active)
IEIN: 1366123
Timeline
Permanent Building Substitute Teacher
Moving Everest Charter School
08.2025 - Current
2nd Grade Student Teacher
South Loop Elementary School
09.2024 - 05.2025
2nd Grade Student Teacher
Old St. Mary's Catholic School
09.2023 - 05.2024
Women's Soccer Graduate Assistant
Roosevelt University
08.2023 - 05.2025
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Roosevelt University
Master of Arts - Psychology
Lewis University
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