Katherine Whitener
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Experienced non-certified teacher with a passion for helping children learn and grow. I was an enrichment teacher as well as a lead teacher in the classroom at Kindercare Learning Center. I loved working with children in phonics enrichment. I got to spend time in a smaller classroom setting working on developing letter recognition and sounds to prepare them for kindergarten. Keeping an open line of communication with the families and other staff was important in making sure the children met their goals. During my time there I gained so many important skills and qualities that would be vital for this position.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Aledo Independent School District
2022.08 - Current
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Lead Teacher/Enrichment Leader
KinderCare Learning Centers
2014.07 - 2016.08
- As a Lead teacher, I was responsible for following the set curriculum and implementing relevant activities with the children along with making it a fun and safe environment for children to learn and grow. I was fortunate to work with various age groups, which taught me how to teach and interact appropriately depending on age development.
- As an Enrichment leader for phonics adventures, I worked with a small group of kids a few times a week to help develop basic letters and sounds to get them ready for kindergarten. I followed a set curriculum for this program but set set the pace depending on the child's needs and attention span.
Sales Specialist/Holiday Manager
Victoria's Secret
2011.10 - 2014.07
- Established sales and return clients by being attentive to their needs and teaching them about the products that would best suit them.
- Patience and organizational skills were vital to creating a positive work environment.
- Working well as a team was the only way to succeed; we were one of the top-selling stores because of this ability.
- During my time as manager, I learned how to be a team leader and improve my communication and problem-solving skills to better everyone's experience. Multitasking became second nature in this position and has helped all aspects of my life and jobs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communication And Disorders
Abilene Christian University
Abilene, TX2026
Associate of Arts -
Tarrant County College District
Fort Worth, TX05.2022
High School Diploma -
Aledo High School
Aledo, TX05.2009
Skills
- Communication
- Ability to work with a team
- Classroom management
- Patient
- Dependable and reliable
- Ability to multitask
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Aledo Independent School District
2022.08 - Current
Lead Teacher/Enrichment Leader
KinderCare Learning Centers
2014.07 - 2016.08
Sales Specialist/Holiday Manager
Victoria's Secret
2011.10 - 2014.07
Bachelor of Science - Communication And Disorders
Abilene Christian University
Associate of Arts -
Tarrant County College District
High School Diploma -
Aledo High School
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