Kathleen Tofson
Pardeeville,WI
Summary
Highly motivated educator with a master's degree in educational leadership and 31 years experience in an academic setting. Demonstrates the ability to connect with people and develop a variety of plans for academic success. Offering exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Math Instructional Coach
Portage Community Schools
Portage, WI
2021 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement effective math curricula.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for improvement in math instruction.
- Facilitated professional development workshops focused on best practices in mathematics teaching.
- Provided individualized coaching and support to educators to enhance instructional strategies.
- Developed resources and tools to assist teachers in delivering high-quality math lessons.
- Encouraged collaborative learning communities among staff to share instructional strategies and successes.
- Led initiatives aimed at increasing student engagement and achievement in mathematics education.
- Guided teachers in the effective use of research-based, data-driven instructional strategies to increase student achievement in mathematics.
- Mentored new math teachers, providing feedback on classroom management techniques and instructional approaches.
Elementary Teacher
Portage Community School District
Portage, WI
09.1995 - 2021
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve them in the educational process.
- Incorporated technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
- Collaborated with administrators and colleagues on a leadership committee to advance communication and culture in the school district.
Summer School Teacher
Portage Community School District
Portage, WI
06.2005 - Current
- Developed and implemented activities to reinforce learning concepts.
- Provided instructional support in English, mathematics, science, history and reading.
- Documented student attendance and progress against goals.
- Planned and executed activities to promote Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math development.
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
Education
Math Specialist Certification - Mathematics Education
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Menomonie, WI 2022
Master of Arts - Teacher Leadership
Silver Lake College
Manitowoc, WI2002
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University Of Wisconsin - La Crosse
La Crosse, WI1994
Skills
- Exceptional interpersonal communication
- Collaborative learning
- Differentiated instruction
- Program development and management
- Curriculum development and evaluation
- Instructional strategies
- Teaching techniques
Timeline
Summer School Teacher
Portage Community School District
06.2005 - Current
Elementary Teacher
Portage Community School District
09.1995 - 2021
Master of Arts - Teacher Leadership
Silver Lake College
Math Instructional Coach
Portage Community Schools
2021 - Current
Math Specialist Certification - Mathematics Education
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University Of Wisconsin - La Crosse