Kathryn Bigelow
Superior,CO
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with extensive experience at Family Star Montessori, specializing in curriculum supervision and the integration of educational technology. Proven ability to foster anti-bias environments while enhancing teaching excellence through innovative professional development initiatives. Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite and strong commitment to empowering both educators and students.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant School Director
Family Star Montessori
Denver, CO
01.2022 - Current
- Various responsibilities related to managing a team of teaching staff, promoting aims and objectives of the school, and maintaining its mission and values
- Active work with the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee to assist in the development of a culturally response environment for caregivers and families
- Provide reflective support for teachers and staff based in trauma informed practices
- Management and monitoring of local and state licensing requirements, additionally meeting performance standards set by the office of Early Head Start/Head Start
- Development and implementation of various professional development opportunities and training
Assistant Director
The Garden Montessori and Wild Hearts Nature School
Pinehurst, NC
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Provide academic leadership by fostering a department vision that supports the school’s core values
- To carry out professional duties related to managing a team of teaching staff, supporting classroom success, promoting aims and objectives of the school and maintaining its philosophy of education
- Performs duties such as parent education classes and meetings, parent conferences, and planning and presenting professional development workshops, open houses, and school tours
- Works independently and within a team on special projects
- Acts as a project manager for specific projects especially related to curriculum, Montessori practices and philosophy, including literacy which may include: planning and coordinating events, disseminating information, coordinating communications, creating presentations and presentation materials for continuing or nonrecurring projects
- To assist in the development of a strong and intentionally anti-bias, anti-racist, culturally aware environment for all school community members
Lead Kindergarten Teacher, Primary Directress, and Sign Language Instructor
The Montessori School of Cheyenne
Cheyenne, WY
01.2008 - 01.2021
- Design and implement effective, age-appropriate sign language curriculum for all primary classrooms
- Construct Montessori-aligned curriculum that meets state standards and achieves student learning outcomes
- Support students’ growth and development through engaging teaching and accurate assessments
- Maintain frequent, open communication with parents on student advancement and behavioral progress
- Continuously adapt lessons to students’ skill sets, including language learners and students with special needs
- Create an engaging classroom setting conducive to the cognitive, physical, and emotional growth of each student
- Serve as a mentor teacher, providing coaching and feedback to primary teachers through clear communication
- Demonstrate extensive knowledge of subject matter and curricular issues and serve as a resource for colleagues
Education
Master of Arts - Education with Concentration in Curriculum and Instruction, Emphasis in Literacy
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY01.2021
Wyoming Teaching Certification -
State of Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board
Cheyenne, WY01.2017
Early Childhood Credential -
American Montessori Society (Montessori Education Center of the Rockies)
New York, NY01.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education and Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY01.2007
Skills
- Educator support
- Curriculum supervision
- Educational leadership
- Teacher training
- Teaching excellence
- Educational technology
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Classroom
- Canvas
- D2L
- Yuja
Personal Information
Title: Professional Educator
Committeesandcommunityinvolvement
- The Garden Montessori and Wild Hearts Nature School, Teacher | Parent and Child Education Classes, Developed outline of topics and prepared electronic presentations for virtual and recorded events., Hosted in-person classes for infants and toddler families based on the Montessori philosophy., Responsible for 'Borrow Buddies' program.
- The Montessori School of Cheyenne, Chair | Community Outreach and Education / Marketing Committee, Collaborated with community partners to produce radio, television, and newspaper ads to increase awareness., Developed and implemented new school logo and promotional materials and engineered an enrollment drive.
- The Montessori School of Cheyenne, Host | Annual Book Fairs, Oversaw all aspects of Scholastic Book orders 4+ times per year, including sorting, ordering, and advertising., Organized and operated annual book fairs to create profits, grow relationships, and encourage literacy.
- The Montessori School of Cheyenne, Member | Fundraising, Playground, Grant, and Hiring Committees, Increased school funding through pioneering projects and providing fundraiser maintenance., Helped maximize profitability and efficiency through providing detail-oriented, service-focused assistance as needed.
Certificationsandeducation
- Master of Arts in Education with Concentration in Curriculum and Instruction, Emphasis in Literacy, University of Wyoming, Laramie, WY, 05/21
- Early Childhood Credential, American Montessori Society (Montessori Education Center of the Rockies), New York, NY, 05/11
- Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education and Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education, University of Wyoming, Laramie, WY, 05/07
- Wyoming Teaching Certification, State of Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board, Cheyenne, WY, 05/17
Certification
- Early Childhood Credential | American Montessori Society (Montessori Education Center of the Rockies) | New York, NY | 2011
- Wyoming Teaching Certification | State of Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board | Cheyenne, WY | 2017
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant School Director
Family Star Montessori
01.2022 - Current
Assistant Director
The Garden Montessori and Wild Hearts Nature School
01.2021 - 01.2022
Lead Kindergarten Teacher, Primary Directress, and Sign Language Instructor
The Montessori School of Cheyenne
01.2008 - 01.2021
- Early Childhood Credential | American Montessori Society (Montessori Education Center of the Rockies) | New York, NY | 2011
- Wyoming Teaching Certification | State of Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board | Cheyenne, WY | 2017
Master of Arts - Education with Concentration in Curriculum and Instruction, Emphasis in Literacy
University of Wyoming
Wyoming Teaching Certification -
State of Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board
Early Childhood Credential -
American Montessori Society (Montessori Education Center of the Rockies)
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education and Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education
University of Wyoming
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 40+ staff members.
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Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
RemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursWork from home optionQuote
Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.
Theodore Roosevelt
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