Katherine Siceloff
Ochlocknee,GA
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience in curriculum implementation and differentiated instruction, notably at Thomasville City Schools. Excelled in motivating students and fostering academic growth through creative lesson plan development and technology integration. Proven track record in enhancing student learning outcomes and engagement, leveraging both classroom technology and personalized instruction techniques.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher- 4th Grade Reading, Writing, ELA
Thomasville City Schools- Jerger Elementary School
07.2024 - Current
- Implemented new curriculum.
- Provided remediation assistance with multiple students through the MTSS initiative.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Teacher- 4th Grade Science and Social Studies
Thomasville City Schools- Jerger Elementary School
07.2020 - 06.2024
- Implemented and carried out multiple STEM activities that incorporated multiple 4th grade subject areas.
- Frequently instructed students and promoted activities using the Google Suite.
- Started the annual Jekyll Island Field trip for 4th grade.
- Participated in STEM Committee representative for 4th grade.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Teacher- 1st Grade
Thomas County Schools- Garrison-Pilcher Elementary
07.2005 - 05.2020
- Chosen as a lead teacher to meet with administration and discuss important school initiatives and programs to redeliver for a group of teachers.
- Wrote science units and collected materials that were used by all 1st grade teachers, including creating STEM buckets for use in all 1st grade classrooms.
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- Frequently led and held MTSS meetings for students in the EIP program.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Sales Clerk
JCPenney
10.2000 - 12.2002
- Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
- Scanned merchandise and bagged using appropriate strategies for different items.
- Kept front check out area clean and organized for efficient service.
- Processed payments and returns with accuracy and efficiency.
- Helped customers complete purchases by moving heavy items, collecting payments, and bagging purchases.
- Opened and closed store by balancing cash registers and receipts.
- Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
- Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
Education
Masters of Education - Instructional Technology, Library Media Option
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA12-2008
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA12-2004
High School Diploma -
Thomas County Central High School
Thomasville, GA05-2002
Skills
- Curriculum implementation
- IEP planning
- Motivating students
- Differentiated instruction
- Elementary education
- Creative lesson plan development
- Standardized testing
- Technology integration
- Project-based learning
- Small group instruction
- Test proctoring
- Curriculum development
- Subject matter expertise
- Classroom technology
- Student rapport
Timeline
Teacher- 4th Grade Reading, Writing, ELA
Thomasville City Schools- Jerger Elementary School
07.2024 - Current
Teacher- 4th Grade Science and Social Studies
Thomasville City Schools- Jerger Elementary School
07.2020 - 06.2024
Teacher- 1st Grade
Thomas County Schools- Garrison-Pilcher Elementary
07.2005 - 05.2020
Sales Clerk
JCPenney
10.2000 - 12.2002
Masters of Education - Instructional Technology, Library Media Option
Valdosta State University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Valdosta State University
High School Diploma -
Thomas County Central High School
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