Kathryn Granger
8115 Holly Manor Way, Fulton,MD
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position in the Montgomery County Public Schol system that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills to assist school age children to develop their social and academic abilities. Committed to long-term student success by providing hands-on lessons that captures students' interest and foster a love for learning and promote personal growth through well-rounded educations.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intern
Beltsville Academy
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced intern productivity by assisting with project coordination and providing ongoing support.
- Prepared and taught lessons in Math, English, Science, and Social Studies under my mentor's supervision.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Assisted in classroom behavior management
Summer Academic Mentor
Howard County Public School
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Enhanced student comprehension by providing personalized academic guidance and support.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop individualized learning plans for struggling students.
- Improved student performance by identifying areas of weakness and creating targeted study plans.
- Assisted in the development of curriculum materials, ensuring relevance and rigor.
- Boosted student motivation through engaging activities that fostered confidence in their abilities to achieve academic success.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
Intern
Meadow Hall Elementary School
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Enhanced intern productivity by assisting with project coordination and providing ongoing support.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of teaching materials.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
Tutor
Ridgecrest Elementary School
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing personalized teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Promoted critical thinking skills through engaging activities and consistent reinforcement of complex concepts.
- Collaborated with fellow tutors to develop effective strategies for addressing diverse student needs and abilities.
- Enhanced students'' understanding of subject matter by incorporating real-world examples into lessons.
- Implemented creative instructional techniques to address the unique challenges faced by students with learning differences.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Enabled underachieving students to reach target attainment levels by providing individualized coaching and activities.
- Used flashcards and other techniques to test and improve memory through practiced information retrieval.
Volunteer
Springhill Lake Elementary School
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and test strategies.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
- Used flashcards and other techniques to test and improve memory through practiced information retrieval.
- Worked closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
- Assessed student learning needs and provided relevant instruction to close knowledge gaps.
- Mentored and coached students with focus on developing independence and self-confidence.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Maryland - College Park
College Park, MD05.2024
Elementary Education
Howard Community College
Columbia05.2021
Skills
- Computer Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Goal-oriented mindset
- Customer service orientation
- Professionalism and etiquette
- Organizational skills
Accomplishments
National Honors Society - November 2017 - May 2019
Certification
PRAXIS I - completed Nov 2023
PRAXIS II - complted January 2024
Timeline
Intern
Beltsville Academy
08.2023 - Current
Summer Academic Mentor
Howard County Public School
06.2023 - 07.2023
Intern
Meadow Hall Elementary School
01.2023 - 05.2023
Tutor
Ridgecrest Elementary School
09.2022 - 12.2022
Volunteer
Springhill Lake Elementary School
01.2022 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Maryland - College Park
Elementary Education
Howard Community College
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