Katherine Ross
Harrisburg,PA
Summary
Professional educator with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and student assessment. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs. Valued for strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Classroom Teacher
Steelton Highspire School District
08.2015 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet diverse student learning needs.
- Utilized various assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adapt teaching strategies.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and instructional techniques.
- Analyzed student data to drive instructional improvements and enhance overall academic performance.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Served as a team leader for grade-level initiatives, coordinating efforts among faculty members to achieve shared goals related to curriculum and instruction improvement.
Education
Master of Science - Teaching And Curriculum
Pennsylvania State University
State College, PA05-2019
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education
Pennsylvania State University
State College05-2015
Skills
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Providing constructive feedback
- Adaptive to changing situations
- Willingness to learn new strategies
- Strong time management
- Organization
- Maintaining structured learning environments
- Classroom and behavior management strategies
Affiliations
Steelton-Highspire Education Association - Vice President
2023 - Present
Certification
Principal Certification
Administrative Certification, PK-12
Teaching Certification
Elementary Education, PK-4
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
Steelton Highspire School District
08.2015 - Current
Master of Science - Teaching And Curriculum
Pennsylvania State University
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education
Pennsylvania State University