Reading, Journal Writing, Webinars, Movies/Series
Kathleen Payne
Vero Beach,FL
The best way out is always through.
Robert Frost
Summary
Seasoned Language Instructor with a robust background in special education and literacy, demonstrated through impactful roles at Arlington Central School District. Expert in curriculum development and behavioral management, I excel in fostering academic excellence and mentoring educators towards certification. My leadership in program validation and student mentorship showcases a blend of strong communication and teaching skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
ELA Teacher 9-12
Huntington UFSD
Huntington, NY
09.1997 - 06.1998
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules, and language skills.
Language Instructor; remedial reading/special education; grade 7-8
Arlington Central School District
Poughkeepsie, USA
09.1984 - 06.1996
- Supervised students; evaluated performance; implemented instructional programs; fostered learning in an engaging and comfortable environment; promoted NYS standards of listening, reading, writing, and speaking on a daily basis; successfully met with immediate supervisors and peer personnel in order to ensure measured achievement and goals; successfully supervised, evaluated, guided/mentored several Vassar College student-teachers to the successful completion of their teaching goalsNYS Certification in the Secondary Level
- I was instrumental in the NYS validation of the reading program that I instituted
- Proven record of successfully mentoring, teaching, and counseling students
- Proven record of accountability for my students and me
- Proven record of student assessment and evaluation
English Language Instructor/Special education/Risk Consultant
Beaufort County Schools
Beaufort, SC
08.1992 - 06.1994
- NYS permanent teaching certification Pre-K through 6: Elementary
- NYS permanent teaching certification language arts/English: 7-12 Secondary Education
- Baccalaureate English Literature; Master of Science in Education; fields of study included: in English literature, psychology, general liberal arts, elementary and secondary education
- Delivered instruction in language arts encompassing reading, writing, listen and speaking as well as grammar, composition, and literature, and working with teachers in other subjects to integrate skills across curriculum.
- Sponsored several student activities and clubs, dedicating many hours per week outside regular school hours.
Education
Baccalaureate - English Literature, psychology, general liberal arts, elementary and secondary education
01.1987
Skills
- Special education
- Communication skills
- Research
- Social Work
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Experience Working With Students
- Learning technology
- Behavior management
- Crisis Intervention
- Proofreading
- Classroom management
- Mentoring
- Autism experience
- Curriculum development
- Teaching
- Literacy education
- English
- Writing Skills
Certification
- NYS Department of Education Certification Pre-ksixth grade, 09/84, Present
- Teaching Certification, 06/84, Present
- NYS Permanent Certification 7-12 ELA
- Professional Educator License
Personal Information
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Affiliations
- PTA, Kiwanis International, Board of Education, Association for ELA
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Company CultureWork from home optionHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programsTeam Building / Company Retreats401k matchPaid time off4-day work weekInterests
Languages
English
Native language
Spanish
Beginner
A1
French
Beginner
A1
Timeline
ELA Teacher 9-12 - Huntington UFSD
09.1997 - 06.1998
English Language Instructor/Special education/Risk Consultant - Beaufort County Schools
08.1992 - 06.1994
Language Instructor; remedial reading/special education; grade 7-8 - Arlington Central School District
09.1984 - 06.1996
Marymount College; SUNY New Paltz - Baccalaureate, English Literature, psychology, general liberal arts, elementary and secondary education
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