Kathryn Henley
Saint Johns,FL
Summary
Highly energetic, Masters-level biologist with over ten years of education experience. Privileged to teach secondary and post-secondary students in diverse roles. Consistently achieved quantifiable student success, notably acknowledged as the 2016 Teacher of the Year for FASPC. Proudly certified in Biology 6-12, Chemistry 6-12, Earth Science 6-12, Mathematics 6-12, Social Sciences 6-12, and Exceptional Student Education K-12.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Life Science Teacher
The Bolles School
01.2022 - Current
- In this role, I have the opportunity to work with students as the Marine Science and Environmental Science Honors teacher. I also teach Life Science Investigations (a research course) and Anatomy.
- Assessed student progress through regular exams, quizzes, and assignments, adjusting instruction as necessary for optimal learning outcomes.
- Improved student comprehension by implementing interactive teaching methods and providing real-world examples.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the diverse needs of students in the classroom, ensuring equal access to educational opportunities for all learners.
Educator and Owner
D & K Education
12.2016 - Current
- Working in this environment has fostered communication skills with all ages
- The students that I have the pleasure of working with have taught me how to explain subject material to all skill levels but also how to communicate the strengths and weaknesses of a student to parents
Adjunct Instructor
Southeastern University
08.2020 - 04.2023
- In this environment I have had the opportunity to teach a Personal Stewardship course and a Life Science course
- I work with online grading, Mcgraw Hill Connect course and other online platforms
Content Writer
Study.com
05.2021 - 05.2022
- In this role, I had the opportunity to write science lesson content.
- This content was summary content that helped students understand the difficult science task that they were studying.
Educator
Ponte Vedra Christian Co Op
08.2018 - 12.2021
- This environment has allowed so much creativity and passion
- I wrote the curriculum and had the opportunity to educate the students in all subjects
- This included Algebra 2, Geometry, Chemistry (with Lab), Biology (with lab), Marine Biology, English, World History, ASL 1, ASL 2 and Ballroom Dance
Math Department Head; Multi Discipline Educator
HARVEST COMMUNITY SCHOOL
08.2017 - 04.2019
- This environment encouraged me to teach new courses and stretch myself
- Teaching Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Chemistry (standard and honors), Dual Enrollment Biology (1 and 2) and ASL 2 allowed me to experience working with students and parents in a teaching role.
- I also led the Math Department for a year, implementing new plans of action.
Sciences Lecture and Laboratory Instructor
FORTIS COLLEGE
06.2014 - 12.2016
- Working in this environment has facilitated an increase in creatively explaining difficult topics (teaching Anatomy and Physiology 1 and 2, General Biology, Microbiology and Environmental Science), teamwork, conflict resolution and encouraging people to their best work as a skill set
- Also part of my skill set obtained in this environment: strong communication (of information as well as direction), management of others, working as a team, OSHA and best learning practices for all people
Career Services Adviser and Microbiology Adjunct
JERSEY COLLEGE SCHOOL OF NURSING
05.2013 - 05.2014
- This environment gave me experience in educating others about the services of the college
- This included leaving the campus to inform surrounding medical facilities of the degree programs as well as pairing employers with potential employees
- As a team, we went to career fairs and nursing expos to give information to potential employers and students
- My experience also extended into planning and executing fund raising campaigns as well as helping to organize for an audit
Graduate Teaching Assistant
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH FLORIDA
01.2011 - 12.2013
- This environment taught the graduate teaching assistants how to effectively communicate with a diverse group of people, how to make communicating that information interesting and how to encourage others to work as a team
- We also learned how to teach similar materials in our own unique ways, how to effectively and efficiently do paperwork
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Mayhughs Pharmacy
01.2009 - 12.2011
- In this environment we were taught how to communicate effectively about medications and dosage, understanding of insurance and how to efficiently and correctly fill a prescription (under the pharmacist supervision)
- Also, we all worked with the patients, thus learning effective communication and the joys of a fast paced working environment
Education
Master of Arts - Biology
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Molecular and Cell Biology and Biotechnology
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL01.2011
Skills
- Instructional planning
- Group and individual instruction
- Project-based learning
- Inquiry-based learning
- Testing and grading
- Multimedia integration
- STEM integration
- Career preparation
- Problem-solving abilities
- Scientific research
- Lecturing
- Lesson Planning
Accomplishments
Presentations:
2024- FCIS "Creativity in the Classroom"
2023- FCIS " Question Formulation Technique"
2023- The Bolles School Professional development "Question Formulation Technique"
Awards:
2016: FASPC Teacher of the Year
2015: Making a Difference Award
2011: Biology Department Research Award
Certification
- Florida Professional Educators Certificate Biology 6-12
- Florida Professional Educator Certificate Chemistry 6-12
- Florida Professional Educators Certificate Mathematics 6-12
- Florida Professional Educator Certificate ESE K-12
- Florida Professional Educator Certificate Earth Science 6-12
- Florida Professional Educator Certificate Social Science 6-12
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Life Science Teacher
The Bolles School
01.2022 - Current
Content Writer
Study.com
05.2021 - 05.2022
Adjunct Instructor
Southeastern University
08.2020 - 04.2023
Educator
Ponte Vedra Christian Co Op
08.2018 - 12.2021
Math Department Head; Multi Discipline Educator
HARVEST COMMUNITY SCHOOL
08.2017 - 04.2019
Educator and Owner
D & K Education
12.2016 - Current
Sciences Lecture and Laboratory Instructor
FORTIS COLLEGE
06.2014 - 12.2016
Career Services Adviser and Microbiology Adjunct
JERSEY COLLEGE SCHOOL OF NURSING
05.2013 - 05.2014
Graduate Teaching Assistant
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH FLORIDA
01.2011 - 12.2013
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Mayhughs Pharmacy
01.2009 - 12.2011
Master of Arts - Biology
University of North Florida
Bachelor of Science - Molecular and Cell Biology and Biotechnology
University of North Florida
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