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Kathryn Kroszner

Perkasie,PA

Summary

High-energy Teacher who is a dedicated and responsive educator. Maintain organized and engaging classroom environments devoted to student learning. Caring and compassionate in addressing individual student needs and promoting positive educational experiences.

Comfortable working with students of all skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Enjoys using modern technology in the classroom. Focused and enthusiastic with a strong desire to build positive student rapport

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Gwynedd Mercy Academy Elementary Division
08.2006 - Current
  • Created lesson plans in accordance with state curriculum and school-wide curriculum standards.
  • Strengthened parent-teacher and parent-child communication by holding regular parent-teacher conferences.
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
  • Taught students to exercise problem solving methodology and techniques during tests.
  • Collaborated with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning and student engagement.
  • Worked one-on-one with struggling students to design individualized lesson plans to increase progress.
  • Created group projects to increase reading, writing, listening and speaking proficiency in the French target language.
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students'' learning experiences outside the traditional classroom setting.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Pennridge School District
05.1998 - 06.2006
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
  • Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
  • Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
  • Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.

Secretary to the Director of Religious Education

St. Agnes Parish
08.1996 - 11.2000
  • Implemented new office procedures to improve workflow efficiency while reducing administrative errors.
  • Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
  • Utilized advanced software programs for data entry tasks that increased accuracy while minimizing errors.
  • Promoted a positive image of the organization through clear communication both internally with colleagues and externally with clients.
  • Facilitated communication between departments for improved collaboration and project success.
  • Assisted in event planning and execution for company functions such as conferences, workshops, or social gatherings.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by providing support to colleagues when needed in various tasks or projects.
  • Prepared professional correspondence, including memos, letters, and emails, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
  • Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies.
  • Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
  • Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and quality service.

Education

Master of Education - French Teacher Education

Chestnut Hill College
Philadelphia, PA
06.2014

Bachelor of Arts - French

Millersville University
Millersville, PA
05.1979

Skills

  • Differentiated instruction
  • Instructional best practices
  • Tutoring and after school help
  • Quizzes, tests and exams
  • Flexible and adaptive
  • Student assessment and achievement
  • Organizational development knowledge
  • Effectively work with parents
  • PA teaching credential in Single Subject: French
  • Curriculum development and implementation

Timeline

Teacher

Gwynedd Mercy Academy Elementary Division
08.2006 - Current

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Pennridge School District
05.1998 - 06.2006

Secretary to the Director of Religious Education

St. Agnes Parish
08.1996 - 11.2000

Master of Education - French Teacher Education

Chestnut Hill College

Bachelor of Arts - French

Millersville University
Kathryn Kroszner