Kathleen Ladd
Walhalla,SC
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at the School District of Oconee County, adept at fostering relationships and implementing differentiated instruction. Skilled in data-driven assessment and team collaboration, I enhance student learning through innovative strategies and cultural awareness, driving academic success and empowering students to thrive.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educator
School District Of Oconee County-James M. Brown
08.1989 - Current
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, enhancing student learning through interdisciplinary connections.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to target areas of weakness and continuously improve student performance throughout the school year.
- Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, empowering students to take ownership of their learning and academic growth.
- Mentored new educators in best practices for teaching, leading to increased confidence and effectiveness within the school community.
- Facilitated student-led, inquiry-based activities in classroom to enhance learning experience.
- Utilized innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in learning.
- Created and implemented assessments to measure student progress.
- Designed curriculum-aligned assessments to measure student progress and inform instructional decisions.
- Served on various school committees focused on improving policies or procedures related to academics, safety, or equity issues – driving positive change at an institutional level.
- Led professional development sessions for fellow teachers on topics such as technology integration or assessment design, contributing to a culture of ongoing improvement within the school community.
- Facilitated positive learning environment, establishing clear expectations and supportive classroom culture.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet evolving standards and benchmarks of education system.
- Integrated feedback from students and parents to continuously improve teaching methods and classroom management techniques.
- Led professional development workshops, sharing innovative teaching strategies with peers.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay current with educational research and pedagogical strategies.
- Promoted collaborative classroom environment, facilitating group projects that required critical thinking and teamwork.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents and guardians regarding student progress and classroom happenings.
Retail District Manager
The Pantry
03.1985 - 07.1986
- Evaluated employee schedules to ensure appropriate staffing levels during peak hours and special events.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and growth within the district.
- Coordinated promotional events to drive foot traffic into stores, boosting overall revenue generation.
- Conducted regular store visits to evaluate compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Provided ongoing support for store managers in dealing with day-to-day challenges they faced while running their respective locations.
- Participated actively in regional meetings; sharing best practices amongst fellow District Managers as well as learning from others'' experiences.
- Controlled store inventory and reviewed cash handling and operations reports.
- Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues, and difficult customers.
- Trained and developed new employees for ease of transition into team.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Clemson University
Clemson, SCMaster of Education - Elementary Education
Southern Wesleyan University
Central, SCSkills
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Cultural awareness
- Educational technology
- Peer evaluation
- Student assessment
- Data-driven instruction
- Written communication
- Creative instruction style
Accomplishments
- National Board Certified Teacher
- Member of the Five Star Leadership Team
- Voted by the Walhalla High School Graduating Class as "Elementary Teacher of the Year"
- Attended Washington DC and graduated from the Entrepreneurial Training for Educators
- Endorsement in Gifted and Talented Education
- Managed 8 retail convenience stores in Oconee, Pickens and Greenville Counties
- Letrs Training
Certification
- Gifted and Talented Educator Certificate – National Association for Gifted Children.
Timeline
Educator
School District Of Oconee County-James M. Brown
08.1989 - Current
Retail District Manager
The Pantry
03.1985 - 07.1986
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Clemson University
Master of Education - Elementary Education
Southern Wesleyan University
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