Kathryn Charleston
Florence,SC
Summary
Dynamic professional/educator with extensive experience in developing and implementing innovative learning strategies. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth. Detail-oriented with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives. Excellent in fostering student engagement through differentiated instruction and technology integration. Skilled in curriculum development and behavior management, contributing to a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Darlington County Public Schools
07.2019 - Current
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Teacher
Marion County Schools
07.2012 - 06.2019
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Preschool Teacher
First Presbyterian Church Childcare Center
08.2016 - 06.2018
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Assisted and supervised children through entire school day.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
Education
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2027
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ11-2017
Bachelor of Science - Music Education
University of North Carolina At Pembroke
Pembroke, NC12-2011
High School Diploma -
West Florence High School
Florence, SC05-2007
Skills
- Parental participation
- Lesson planning
- Fundraising
- Classroom technology
- Behavior management
- Curriculum development
- Public speaking
- Differentiated instruction
- Parent and student communication
- Creative lesson planning
- Kinesthetic learning
- Technology integration
- Conflict resolution
- Staff training and development
- Complex Problem-solving
- Strategic planning
- Coaching and mentoring
- Data analysis
- Documentation and reporting
- Negotiation
- Team leadership
- Verbal and written communication
- Networking strategies
- Performance evaluations
- Customer service
- Clear communication
- Relationship building
- Disciplinary techniques
- Goal setting
- Work prioritization
Accomplishments
- Technology Integration - Participated in technology training courses and trained colleagues in new technology concepts and practices applicable for the classroom.
- Won “Teacher of the year” award at Thornwell School for the Arts in 2020.
- Won “Teacher of the Month Teacher Feature” award at Thornwell School for the arts in 2019, 2020 and 2021.
- Won “Teacher of the Month-Teacher Feature” award at Lamar Spaulding Elementary School in 2022 and 2023.
- Arts Team Leader for the Elementary Schools in Darlington County beginning 2021-present.
Certification
- Arts Integration Specialist - 2020 certified
- Licensed teacher - 2012 and 2020
- Google Educator Certified - 2021 and 2024
- Apple Teacher Certified-2021 and 2024
Timeline
Teacher
Darlington County Public Schools
07.2019 - Current
Preschool Teacher
First Presbyterian Church Childcare Center
08.2016 - 06.2018
Teacher
Marion County Schools
07.2012 - 06.2019
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
Liberty University
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Music Education
University of North Carolina At Pembroke
High School Diploma -
West Florence High School
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