KATHRYN MCMASTER
Prescott,AZ
Summary
Experienced ESL Teacher specializing in English courses for students of all levels, from K-6. Offers engaging and interactive English lessons that focus on conversation and comprehension skills. Certified TESOL teacher with a passion for creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment. Additionally, a kind and cheerful Childcare professional with over 8 years of experience teaching, nurturing and caring for children. Skilled in directing playtime activities, enforcing positive behavior, and effectively managing challenges through behavior redirection and appropriate discipline techniques. Known for planning engaging activities that keep children entertained for extended periods of time.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English and Language Arts Teacher
Littera Education
10.2023 - Current
- Delivered instruction in language arts encompassing reading, grammar, composition, and literature, working with teachers in other subjects to integrate skills across curriculum.
- Authored tests and quizzes to evaluate student learning and comprehension
- Mentored struggling students through personalized tutoring sessions, resulting in improved academic performance.
English Reading Teacher
Air Reading
05.2023 - Current
- Evaluated student performance through formative and summative assessments, providing valuable feedback for improvement.
- Increased reading fluency among students by implementing targeted interventions and progress monitoring.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and strategies in lessons.
- Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
Preschool Teacher
YMCA Daycare
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
ESL Teacher
Qkids
07.2018 - 12.2022
- Employed kinesthetic, visual and auditory approaches to make lessons interesting and interactive
- Taught lessons encompassing range of skill-building activities for speaking, writing, reading and listening
- Provided one-on-one instruction for non-English speaking students within classroom settings
- Assisted online ESL students in learning English as second language.
ESL Teacher
VIP Kids
03.2018 - 12.2022
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs
- Provided one-on-one instruction for non-English speaking students within classroom settings
- Taught English language skills to students from kindergarten age through adulthood.
- Provided targeted instruction on pronunciation, intonation, and accent reduction to enhance students'' overall communication skills in English.
Nanny
The Martin-Decapite Family
06.2013 - 05.2019
- Built relationships with and encouraged social development within children by discussing school, friends and favorite activities
- Assisted children with homework and implemented school material in practical, everyday activity
- Engaged with children, providing nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social and intellectual growth.
Education
TESOL Certification -
Online Open Academy
10.2019
Bachelor of Science - Family And Human Development
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ08.2016
High School Diploma -
Orange Lutheran High School
Orange, CA06.2010
Skills
- Teaching
- Instructional plan implementation
- Patient and encouraging
- Certified ESL Instructor
Certification
TESOL-Certification-Online Open Academy
Timeline
English and Language Arts Teacher
Littera Education
10.2023 - Current
English Reading Teacher
Air Reading
05.2023 - Current
Preschool Teacher
YMCA Daycare
01.2023 - 04.2023
ESL Teacher
Qkids
07.2018 - 12.2022
ESL Teacher
VIP Kids
03.2018 - 12.2022
Nanny
The Martin-Decapite Family
06.2013 - 05.2019
TESOL Certification -
Online Open Academy
Bachelor of Science - Family And Human Development
Arizona State University
High School Diploma -
Orange Lutheran High School