Katherine Strickland
Trussville,AL
Summary
Dedicated and certified Elementary Educator with nine years total experience in education. Three years as a Reading Interventionist in Trussville City Schools and six years teaching Kindergarten in Williamson County, TN. Skilled in implementing evidence-based reading intervention programs and literacy strategies that support measurable student growth. Experienced in tailoring instruction to meet diverse learning needs while fostering student engagement and confidence in academic development.
Proven ability to create inclusive, supportive classroom environments using positive reinforcement and differentiated instruction to promote academic and social growth. Strong collaborator and effective communicator committed to working with faculty, families, and students to implement innovative strategies aligned with school goals and student success.
Overview
2018
2018
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Reading Interventionist: Cahaba Elementary
Trussville City Schools
Trussville, AL
2023 - 2026
- Executed reading intervention plans for over 20 diverse student through SPIRE, Sounds Sensible, and Reading Readiness.
- Assessed and recorded student progress using formative and summative evaluation.
- Collaborated with school leadership and teachers to enhance literacy strategies for students.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for targeted intervention.
- Implemented strategies gained from LTRS training to enhance learning.
- Established positive relationships with students to foster a supportive learning environment.
Kindergarten Teacher
Scales Elementary
Brentwood, TN
01.2012 - 01.2018
- Created and provided a range of data-driven instruction, management, and assessment strategies to meet the needs of a diverse level of students.
- Assisted in creating reading lesson plans to implement Daily Five for the Kindergarten Team.
- Maintained accurate and organized records on student data from grade level standards and assessments.
- Fostered an enriched learning environment to achieve gains across all subjects and skills.
- Implemented and helped create curriculum for both gifted and special education students through collaboration with coworkers.
- Served as Team Leader for our Kindergarten team during the 2017-2018 school year.
- Conducted parent/teacher conferences along with on-going support and communication with parents throughout each year.
- Attended and actively participated in staff meetings, grade level meetings, professional development sessions, and after school programs.
Teacher Intern
Rock Quarry Middle School
Tuscaloosa, AL
01.2012 - 01.2012
- Completed over 500 hours aiding and teaching 120 students.
- Taught and upheld teacher responsibilities for 21 days.
- Created science labs and an interactive unit on Presidents; “If I Were the President.”
- Developed and implemented behavior plans for students along with assisting the school Counselor with specific student needs.
- Communicated with parents regarding academic progress and participated during parent/teacher conferences.
- Produced reading and math centers to align with state standards.
Teacher Intern
Arcadia Elementary
Tuscaloosa, AL
01.2012 - 01.2012
- Completed over 500 hours aiding and teaching 120 students.
- Taught and upheld teacher responsibilities for 21 days.
- Created science labs and an interactive unit on Presidents; “If I Were the President.”
- Developed and implemented behavior plans for students along with assisting the school Counselor with specific student needs.
- Communicated with parents regarding academic progress and participated during parent/teacher conferences.
- Produced reading and math centers to align with state standards.
Education
Masters of Education - Literacy
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN2016
Bachelors of Education - Elementary Education (K-6)
University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL2012
Skills
- Promethean Board
- SMART Board
- ELMO
- CromeBooks
- IPAD/ Apple Products
- Microsoft Applications
- MAC Applications
- Google Applications
- Excel
- Canva
Certification
- LETRS Certified through Alexia Learning 2025
- Taught at Blue Ribbon School in Williamson County Tennessee
- Team Leader for Kindergarten Team 2017-2018
- Co-Lesson Plan Creator in Reading
- Ongoing Professional Development throughout teaching career
- Praxis II Certification
- Elementary Education License and Masters
- Graduated Cum Laude
Accomplishments
- Building Leadership Team Scales Elementary / Brentwood, TN / 2018
- Graduated Cum Laude University of AL / Tuscaloosa, AL / 2012
- Golden Key Honor Society University of AL / Tuscaloosa, AL / 2011-2012
- Sigma Alpha Lambda Honor Society University of AL / Tuscaloosa, AL / 2011-2012
- Kappa Delta Epsilon Honor Society University of AL / Tuscaloosa, AL / 2011-2012
- Alpha Chi Omega Senior Class Highest GPA University of AL / Tuscaloosa, AL / Fall 2011
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Scales Elementary
01.2012 - 01.2018
Teacher Intern
Rock Quarry Middle School
01.2012 - 01.2012
Teacher Intern
Arcadia Elementary
01.2012 - 01.2012
Reading Interventionist: Cahaba Elementary
Trussville City Schools
2023 - 2026
Masters of Education - Literacy
Middle Tennessee State University
Bachelors of Education - Elementary Education (K-6)
University of Alabama