KATHERINE E. MEROLA
Penfield,New York
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
UPK Teacher
Imagination Childcare Academy
08.2023 - Current
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Utilized assessments (Kaymbu, BRIGANCE Early Childhood) to monitor student progress, adjusting instructional approaches as needed to address individual needs.
- Fostered a positive classroom atmosphere by implementing effective classroom management strategies and promoting respect among students.
- Designed dynamic lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities, promoting active learning for all students.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
1.0 Skills for Success
Penfield CSD
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
1.0 Long-term Reading Teacher Substitute
Pittsford Central School District
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Supervised small reading groups of students in elementary grades ranging from Kindergarten-5th grade.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting instructional goals and providing realistic support.
- Assessed and reported on each student's reading progress in accordance with policies developed by school district.
- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
- Affirmatively communicated and promoted positive attitude with each and every student, as well as maintaining parent communication.
- Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
1.0 Long-term Reading Teacher Substitute
Pittsford Central School District
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Supervised small reading groups of students in elementary grades ranging from Kindergarten-5th grade.
- Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
- Used interventions created based on specific skills.
- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
- Set instructional goals and provided realistic support.
.5 Reading Specialist
Pittsford Central School District
11.2020 - 06.2021
- Planned and delivered reading instruction to individual groups utilizing resources such as Leveled Literacy Intervention (LLI), Short Reads, Reading A-Z, Fundations, etc.
- Collected data based on F&P assessments and AIMSWEB assessments.
- Built positive and productive relationships with general education teachers, service providers, and administration to drive improvements to reading programs.
6:1:1 Special Education Teacher
GVEP BOCES
01.2019 - 11.2020
- Instructs 6:1:1 classroom for students with moderate to severe academic and behavioral needs
- Utilizes iReady in ELA and math for both assessment and instruction
- Strengthens and maintains classroom management by implementing the Zones of Regulation curriculum for teaching students strategies for emotional and sensory self-management
Kindergarten Co-Teacher
Rochester Prep Uncommon Schools
08.2018 - 01.2019
- Responsible for teaching three different Reading Mastery groups, split into High, Medium, and Low scholars
- Responsible for teaching CORE (social studies/science) for whole group
- Implements strong, efficient classroom and behavior management
- Collected, analyzed and tracked data on student progress in both Math and Reading
- Determined student strengths and needs through STEP testing and weekly assessments
Long-Term Substitute 5th Grade ELA Teacher
Geneseo Central School
01.2018 - 06.2018
- Implemented Lucy Calkins reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs
- Administered Words Their Way mini lessons/word sorts weekly to enhance student phonics, vocabulary, and spelling skills
- Helped students prepare for standardized tests and reviewed results against objectives after completion
Education
Master of Science - Reading and Literacy B-12
The College State University of New York
Geneseo, NY05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
The College At Brockport, State University of New York
Brockport, NY12.2015
Certification
Professional Certifications
- Literacy (Birth-Grade 6) and (Grades 5-12)
- Childhood Education (Grades 1-6) and Students With Disabilities (Grades 1-6)
- Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 2) and Students With Disabilities (Birth-Grade 2)
Timeline
1.0 Skills for Success
Penfield CSD
10.2023 - 06.2024
UPK Teacher
Imagination Childcare Academy
08.2023 - Current
1.0 Long-term Reading Teacher Substitute
Pittsford Central School District
09.2022 - 06.2023
1.0 Long-term Reading Teacher Substitute
Pittsford Central School District
08.2021 - 06.2022
.5 Reading Specialist
Pittsford Central School District
11.2020 - 06.2021
6:1:1 Special Education Teacher
GVEP BOCES
01.2019 - 11.2020
Kindergarten Co-Teacher
Rochester Prep Uncommon Schools
08.2018 - 01.2019
Long-Term Substitute 5th Grade ELA Teacher
Geneseo Central School
01.2018 - 06.2018
Master of Science - Reading and Literacy B-12
The College State University of New York
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
The College At Brockport, State University of New York
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