Kathryn Cayco
Wilder,NC
Summary
Seasoned educational leader from Four Oaks Elementary School, adept in organizational leadership and fostering compassion. Excelled in building community ties, enhancing school safety, and driving data-informed instruction. Achieved notable improvements in teacher performance and student discipline, underscoring a commitment to creating inclusive, high-achieving academic environments.
Experienced education leader with strong focus on fostering collaborative environments and driving student success. Skilled in curriculum development, staff mentoring, and conflict resolution. Known for adaptability, reliability, and commitment to meeting evolving needs of both students and faculty. Equipped to make significant impact through effective team management and strategic planning.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim Assistant Principal
Four Oaks Elementary School
08.2024 - Current
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Assisted with compliance efforts for fire and other safety regulations.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Built strong relationships with local community organizations for outreach efforts supporting both student learning and school reputation.
- Coordinated special events such as parent-teacher conferences, open houses, and graduation ceremonies to promote a sense of community within the school.
- Actively participated in district-level meetings to contribute insights on policies affecting schools within the district.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Streamlined administrative processes to maximize efficiency in daily operations at the school level.
- Evaluated teacher performance against established benchmarks, providing actionable feedback for improvement purposes.
- Analyzed standardized test results to identify areas of improvement in instruction methods and curriculum content.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Fostered positive school culture, establishing programs that promoted inclusivity and respect among students.
Teacher
Archer Lodge Middle School
12.2012 - 07.2024
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
- Led professional development workshops for peers on effective classroom management techniques.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Education
Masters in School Administration - Educational Administration
Campbell University
Buies Creek, NC05-2025
AIG Certified - Elementary Education
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC06-2014
Master of Arts - Elementary Education Concentration in Reading
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC01-2014
Skills
- Organizational leadership
- Compassion and empathy
- Group facilitation and presentations
- Student and parent relations
- Instructional leadership
- Multitasking
- Discipline management
- IEP development
- Relationship building and networking
- School safety
- Transportation coordination
- Data-driven instruction
Certification
Middle School Mathematics Certification
Timeline
Interim Assistant Principal
Four Oaks Elementary School
08.2024 - Current
Teacher
Archer Lodge Middle School
12.2012 - 07.2024
Middle School Mathematics Certification
Masters in School Administration - Educational Administration
Campbell University
AIG Certified - Elementary Education
East Carolina University
Master of Arts - Elementary Education Concentration in Reading
East Carolina University
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