Kathleen Hawley
Rockford,IL
Summary
Passionate teacher with experience helping students reach their full potential. Skilled at creating a classroom environment that motivates students to develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Maud Johnson Elementary
08.2012 - Current
- 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.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops, including Science of Reading and LETRS Training.
- Created a learning environment where all students feel welcome, comfortable, and safe.
Teacher
Welsh Elementary
08.2011 - 08.2012
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- 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.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Teacher
Jackson Elementary School
08.2006 - 08.2011
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- 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.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching And Leadership
St. Xavier University
Chicago, IL05.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Rockford University
Rockford, IL12.2003
Skills
- Curriculum Implementation
- Student Engagement
- Team Collaboration
- Positive Learning Environment
- Science of Reading Experience
- Classroom Management
Timeline
Teacher
Maud Johnson Elementary
08.2012 - Current
Teacher
Welsh Elementary
08.2011 - 08.2012
Teacher
Jackson Elementary School
08.2006 - 08.2011
Master of Arts - Teaching And Leadership
St. Xavier University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Rockford University
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