Kathleen Brady
Retired Teacher
ATTICA,Michigan
Summary
I am devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
5th Grade Elementary Teacher
Imlay City Schools
Imlay City, Michigan
09.1997 - 06.2022
- I ran afterschool classes in science and math for over 15 years. This incorporated exciting and engaging activities to reinforce student participation and hands-on learning.
- I started a school wide recycling program at my school.
- I have been both the math and science chair at my school. This involved working cooperatively with other teachers and administrators to help students reach learning objectives in both
subjects. - I am NGSS trained. I have reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- I have spent time reviewing curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- I implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- I helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- I promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
- I built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- I retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Imlay City Schools
Imlay City, Michigan
11.1992 - 06.1997
- I took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- I followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- I kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- I upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- I was repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Home Day Care
Self
Pontiac, Michigan
05.1983 - 08.1987
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Allowed for ample outdoor recreation time to support physical development.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Marygrove College
Detroit, MI 09.1978 - 05.1981
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI 05.2001 -
Skills
Activity Planning
hobbies
My husband and I live on 65 acres in Attica. We have cows, horses and chickens. We grow hay, pumpkins, raspberries, strawberries, grapes, and a small vegetable garden. We have raised bees for the last 6 years and collect the honey. We have recently begun to collect maple sap to make syrup.
references
1. Megan Cottone - former principal at Borland Elementary. email: mcottone@icschools.us Phone 810-724-9813 EXT 9858 ( or 724- 9858)
2. Dr. Stu Cameron- Superintendent of Imlay City Schools. email: scameron@icschools.us Phone 810-724-9860
3. Carrie Bell- 5 the grade teacher at Borland Elementary. email: cbell@icschools.us phone 810 - 721-9255
4. Kaylee Kaeding- Member of the Board of Education and parent of a student. email: kkaeding@icschools.us
Timeline
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Eastern Michigan University
05.2001 -
5th Grade Elementary Teacher
Imlay City Schools
09.1997 - 06.2022
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Imlay City Schools
11.1992 - 06.1997
Home Day Care
Self
05.1983 - 08.1987
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Marygrove College
09.1978 - 05.1981
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