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Kathleen McDougal

Baltimore,MD

Summary

Motivated and energetic German Language Teacher offering 9 and a half years' experience in IB PYP and Project-Based Learning education. Compassionate and dedicated with an upbeat personality and advanced understanding of German Language and Culture and Best Practices for target language instruction. Eager to share my passion and spur the curiosity of students and empower schools across Maryland to grow their language programs for all learners.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

German Teacher

Anne Arundel Public Schools
03.2019 - Current
  • Developed and Implemented curriculum for language instruction in PYP schools through Project-Based Learning
  • Brought the culture to life with diversified instructional techniques and the use of multimedia strategies and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
  • Coordinated on-campus whole school visits from community members and organizations.
  • Served as Specials Team Lead for two years.
  • Coordinated Community event with Specials Team.
  • Created and implemented an after-school German Club to allow 5th grade students to further explore the German Culture and Language.

Nanny

Donna Greco
03.2014 - 08.2014
  • Supervised and organized activities for children, which engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
  • Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.

Au Pair

Martha Ploder
05.2013 - 02.2014
  • Served as the au pair to the Families and attended to the children's and household's needs
  • Mutually shared culture with parents and children while maintaining an appropriate and pleasant relationship with them.

Head Varsity Lacrosse Coach

Loudoun County Public Schools
08.2010 - 05.2015


  • Developed and served as Head Coach for a new Lacrosse program at Tuscarora High School while developing and mentoring athletes.

Education

Master of Arts - Applied Teaching

James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA
05.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Modern Foreign Language: German

James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA
05.2010

Skills

  • Fluent in German Language and Culture
  • Experienced in:
  • ib Primary Years Program (95 yrs)
  • Experienced in Project-Based Learning
  • TPRS
  • blended and virtual learning strategies
  • Use student-centered and authentic learning strategies
  • Managing classroom for diverse populations

Certification

  • Maryland Educator Certification APC: World Languages: German PK-12
  • Texas Educator Certificate (Expired): Languages Other Than English - German EC-12
  • Post Graduate Degree Licence (Virginia)(Expired): German Prek-12

Additional Information

  • Au Pair in Germany and Austria
  • FUBis 2009 - Freie Universitaet Berlin Summer Program
  • FUBis 2011 - Freie Universitaet Berlin Summer Program
  • PYP Level 1 - Making the PYP Happen
  • PYP Category 3 Inquiry and the additional language teacher

Timeline

German Teacher

Anne Arundel Public Schools
03.2019 - Current

Nanny

Donna Greco
03.2014 - 08.2014

Au Pair

Martha Ploder
05.2013 - 02.2014

Head Varsity Lacrosse Coach

Loudoun County Public Schools
08.2010 - 05.2015

Master of Arts - Applied Teaching

James Madison University

Bachelor of Arts - Modern Foreign Language: German

James Madison University

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