Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Timeline
Kathleen Harty

Kathleen Harty

Certified Teacher
Odessa,Texas
Your task is not to foresee the future, but to enable it.
Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

Summary

History of improving course strength and modernizing instruction with a fresh and forward-thinking approach to education. Bringing understanding of traditional and contemporary approaches, instructional strategies and materials offerings. Well-versed in student and course data analysis to make effective decisions on future plans and materials. Proven history of implementing innovative plans for optimized learning and retention.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

Midland ISD
08.2015 - Current
  • Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
  • Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
  • Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet Texas standards.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.

Teacher

Ector County ISD
08.2012 - 05.2015
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.

Director

Children's Corner Daycare
02.2010 - 03.2012
  • Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
  • Interviewed parents and children for enrollment.
  • Developed strong relationships with families, fostering a sense of community within the daycare center.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Sul Ross State University, Alpine, TX
12.2009

Skills

  • Teacher Training
  • Instructional Materials Creation
  • Behavior Modification Techniques
  • Collaborative learning
  • Curriculum Development
  • Data-Driven Instruction

Certification

  • Certified Early Childhood-4th grade for the past 15 years

Accomplishments

  • Student Progress Conferences - Conducted conferences with parents, and administrators to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development.
  • Targeted Development - Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.

Timeline

Teacher - Midland ISD
08.2015 - Current
Teacher - Ector County ISD
08.2012 - 05.2015
Director - Children's Corner Daycare
02.2010 - 03.2012
Sul Ross State University - Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education
Kathleen HartyCertified Teacher