Kathleen Acquino
Summary
Professional educator skilled in creating dynamic, inclusive classroom experiences that drive student success. Adept at leveraging diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs, ensuring comprehensive understanding of material. Known for a collaborative approach and adaptability in ever-evolving educational settings, with focus on critical thinking and communication.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Grade 4 & 5
Loudoun County Public Schools
08.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligning with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive learning environment, promoting student participation and collaboration.
- Utilized technology tools to enhance instructional delivery and student engagement.
- Organized parent-teacher conferences to discuss student performance and strategies for support.
- Participated in professional development workshops, refining teaching strategies and educational practices.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Teacher Grade 3
Central Bucks School District
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive learning environment through effective classroom management techniques.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance instructional strategies and share best practices.
- Assessed student progress and provided targeted feedback to support academic growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education K-6
Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania
Lock Haven, PA05-2019
Bachelor of Science - Special Education K-12
Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania
Lock Haven, PA05-2019
Skills
- Effective classroom management
- Relationship building
- Problem-solving skills
- Innovative Lesson planning
- Parent-teacher communication
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Technology integration
Accomplishments
- Technology Integration - Participated in multiple training courses to implement technology strategies/intergration in the classroom.
- New Curriculum Implementation- Trained in HMH Into Reading Program
- Inaugural Staff at New School (Elaine Thompson Elementary School)
- SIOP Conference- 23/24 School Year- Learned strategies, tools, and research to help multilingual learners access grade-level content and develop academic language.
Timeline
Teacher Grade 4 & 5
Loudoun County Public Schools
08.2021 - Current
Teacher Grade 3
Central Bucks School District
08.2019 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education K-6
Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science - Special Education K-12
Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania