Kathlyn Parsons
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Adaptable Substitute Teacher recognized for capacity to teach diverse groups of students, and handle unexpected situations with poise. Skills in communication, empathy, and flexibility, which are critical for navigating various teaching settings and meeting individual student needs. Experience working with different cultures, and with children/youth in crisis.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales/Customer Service
Portland Ave Nursery
Tacoma, Washington
02.2021 - Current
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Provided on the spot design consultations
Substitute Teacher
Tacoma School District
Tacoma, WA
01.2021 - Current
- Created an environment conducive to learning while managing challenging behaviors.
- Instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Requested as substitute teacher based on referrals and trusted performance.
Chemistry Teacher: Long Term Replacement
Silas High School
Tacoma, Washington
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Provided individualized instruction to struggling students
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress throughout the semester.
- Utilized instructional technology such as smart boards and computer simulations for visual aids in teaching.
- Met with students to discuss grades, assignments and tutoring sessions.
Teacher/Volunteer/Camp Counsellor.
Various
Canada, Japan, Philippines, UK, Mexico, Guatemala
07.1992 - 05.2006
- Taught in a variety of cultures in both group settings and one-on-one
- Nanny for family of seven upon the death of their mother
- Volunteer in Manila providing respite care for children of families who have been afftected by HIV/AIDS
- Residential/Day Camp Counsellor
- Head Cook for residential summer camp: menu development, supervision of youth volunteers feeding 150 campers and staff each day.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education: Biology And Visual Arts
University of Victoria
Victoria, B.C.05-2000
Skills
- Group and individual instruction
- Multi-Subject Instruction - Chemistry, Biology, Visual Arts, ESL, Math (up to and including Algebra 1)
- Individualized care
- Student Tutoring
- Student Records Management
- Experience with children and youth in crisis
Timeline
Chemistry Teacher: Long Term Replacement
Silas High School
10.2023 - 02.2024
Sales/Customer Service
Portland Ave Nursery
02.2021 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Tacoma School District
01.2021 - Current
Teacher/Volunteer/Camp Counsellor.
Various
07.1992 - 05.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Education: Biology And Visual Arts
University of Victoria
Similar Profiles
Madeline PearsonMadeline Pearson
Circulating Registered Nurse in Surgery at Integris Baptist Medical Center Portland AveCirculating Registered Nurse in Surgery at Integris Baptist Medical Center Portland Ave
Shane BryanShane Bryan
Receiving Department at Portland NurseryReceiving Department at Portland Nursery
Katelyn BridgesKatelyn Bridges
PSU Sustainability Center Leadership Fellowship at Portland State University Portland ORPSU Sustainability Center Leadership Fellowship at Portland State University Portland OR
Don RussellDon Russell
Territory Manager at Vestis Uniformas and Workplace SuppliesTerritory Manager at Vestis Uniformas and Workplace Supplies
Keyri De HaroKeyri De Haro
Administrative Assistant at Elite Fencing and LandscapingAdministrative Assistant at Elite Fencing and Landscaping