Katherine Wiggins
Valencia,CA
Summary
Passionate educator with 16 years of experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe, educational environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Pasadena Unified School District
08.2014 - Current
- Taught grades 1-3 (average of 24 students) subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Piloted multiple programs to address common core standards.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- 8 years - traditional classroom; 3 years - virtual, independent study model.
Transitional 1st Grade Teacher
Tehachapi Unified School District
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement.
- Helped 20 students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
Kindergarten Teacher
Heritage Oak School
08.2009 - 06.2013
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for 10+ students each year.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
Education
Master of Arts - Mathematics Education K-6
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT06.2017
Multiple Subject Credential Program -
California State University - Fresno
Fresno, CA05.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University - Fresno
Fresno, CA05.2008
Skills
- Proficient in Canvas, Google Workspace
- Safety awareness
- Behavioral improvements
- Relationship building
- Organizational skills
- Technology integration
- Problem-solving skills
- Classroom management
Timeline
Teacher
Pasadena Unified School District
08.2014 - Current
Transitional 1st Grade Teacher
Tehachapi Unified School District
08.2013 - 06.2014
Kindergarten Teacher
Heritage Oak School
08.2009 - 06.2013
Master of Arts - Mathematics Education K-6
Western Governors University
Multiple Subject Credential Program -
California State University - Fresno
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University - Fresno
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