Kathryn Blackman
TOMBALL,TX
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
SpEd Teacher
Tomball ISD
Northpointe Intermediate School
08.2023 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
English Teacher
Tomball ISD
Creekside Park Junior High School
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Designed and facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
- Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
Associate Teacher
Tomball ISD
Creekside Park Junior High School
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Built and maintained productive relationships between students, teachers and parents.
- Helped lead teacher set up and manage classroom and outdoor activities.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Maintained consistent classroom schedule with wide range of experiences.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Used diversified strategies for instruction and immersion to help students engage in classes.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade
Tomball ISD
Tomball, TX
08.2018 - 05.2021
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Assigned, explained and graded homework.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to students, parents and school administrators.
- Incorporated technology into learning to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to accommodate varied student learning styles.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
- Operated computers or audio-visual aids to supplement presentations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX12.2004
Skills
- Sensory Integration
- Data Collection
- Special Education Law
- Transition Planning
- IEP Planning
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Learning Disabilities
- Differentiated Instruction
- Progress Monitoring
- Curriculum Development
- Individualized Instruction
- Visual Supports
- Curriculum Adjustments
- Lesson Planning
- Parent Communication
- Data Management
- Small Group Instruction
Timeline
SpEd Teacher
Tomball ISD
08.2023 - Current
English Teacher
Tomball ISD
08.2022 - 05.2023
Associate Teacher
Tomball ISD
08.2021 - 05.2022
Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade
Tomball ISD
08.2018 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Sam Houston State University