Kathleen Mastny
Palm Bay,FL
Summary
Driven Educator with experience using innovative methods and materials to produce effective learning experiences.
Dedicated Educator experienced in creating and fostering learning environments for students to raise confidence and expand knowledge base. Dedicated to monitoring students' progress and ensuring each meets goals within pre-determined timespan.
Caring Job Title with Number years of experience in Area of expertise instruction. Expert in closely monitoring student progress while implementing modern educational techniques into daily practices. Committed to long-term student success through well-rounded educations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educator
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
Merritt Island , FL
2022.05 - Current
- Assumed leadership roles in classes and summer activities.
- Exemplified positive behavior for children by assisting with learning. moving around to manage classroom and maintaining safety.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Palm Bay Community Charter School
Palm Bay , FL
2009.08 - 2010.06
- Created classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to development and skill level of students.
- Established and adjusted instructional goals and objectives to reflect district or school goals, curriculum policies and progress and needs of students.
- Guided learning process through use of clearly established goals and objectives to meet student and district goals and objectives.
- Employed visuals consistent with needs and capabilities of students.
Kindergarten Special Education Teacher
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School
Peoria , IL
2008.08 - 2009.06
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
K-3 Teacher ( Special Needs Pull-Out)
Morton Elementary School
Morton , IL
2005.08 - 2007.06
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and assessments.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs while carrying out IEP goals.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Built and maintained effective communication and relationships with students, teachers, support staff and parents.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
K-3 Special Needs Teacher
Kaumana Elementary School
Hilo , HI
2003.08 - 2005.08
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and assessments.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs while carrying out IEP goals.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Built and maintained effective communication and relationships with students, teachers, support staff and parents.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with students of various culturally diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
Teacher's Assistant
Germantown Hills Elementary School
Germantown Hills , IL
2002.09 - 2005.06
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper and crayons.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Helped teachers recognize learning issues evidenced in one-to-one support instruction.
Education
Bachelor Of Arts - Elementary Education And Special Education
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL08.1983
Skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Self-Motivated
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Dependable and Responsible
- Organization and Time Management
Certification
Elementary Education and Special Education ( Behavior, learning and Educable Disorders) in the states of Illinois, Hawaii and Florida
My Teaching Certificates are not current. They have expired; but I am willing and able to teach.
Timeline
Educator
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
2022.05 - Current
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Palm Bay Community Charter School
2009.08 - 2010.06
Kindergarten Special Education Teacher
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School
2008.08 - 2009.06
K-3 Teacher ( Special Needs Pull-Out)
Morton Elementary School
2005.08 - 2007.06
K-3 Special Needs Teacher
Kaumana Elementary School
2003.08 - 2005.08
Teacher's Assistant
Germantown Hills Elementary School
2002.09 - 2005.06
Bachelor Of Arts - Elementary Education And Special Education
Eastern Illinois University
Elementary Education and Special Education ( Behavior, learning and Educable Disorders) in the states of Illinois, Hawaii and Florida
My Teaching Certificates are not current. They have expired; but I am willing and able to teach.
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