Kathryn Pinkard
Carlsbad,CA
Summary
There is no greater gift than to make a positive impact in someone’s life. An experienced educator of toddlers, lower elementary, upper elementary, and middle school-aged individuals. Part-time and full-time in the classroom and recreational setting. Carries a strong work ethic and dedicates herself. Conducts classroom management while maintaining great rapport and professionalism with students, staff, and families.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Carlsbad Unified School District
Carlsbad, CA
2015 - Current
- Substitute grades Pre-K to 8.
- Implement lesson plans assigned by the classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Provide notes and reports on school day activities to the primary teacher.
- Educate students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of thehead teacher.
- Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student skill, ability, maturity and interest.
Kindergarten Teacher
Aviara Oaks Elementary School
Carlsbad, CA
08.2015 - 11.2015
- Monitored and documented student progress, needs, and performance continuously.
- Implemented focused literacy readiness lessons emphasizing phonics, comprehension, and writing skills.
- Guided reading sessions to enhance imagination, comprehension, and vocabulary development.
- Enhanced reading independence through sensory lessons on phonemic awareness and decoding strategies.
- Utilized diverse instructional materials and strategies to address varied student needs.
- Coordinated conferences with parents to discuss progress and set improvement goals.
Recreation Leader
Conejo Recreation and Park District
Thousand Oaks, CA
09.2002 - 08.2004
- Developed and implemented lesson plans for academic, athletic, and social environments indoors and outdoors.
- Maintained safety protocols for students, staff, and equipment during activities.
- Managed budget tracking and shopping in line with park district guidelines.
- Performed clerical tasks, including phone management and racquetball reservations.
3rd Grade Teacher
Aviara Oaks Elementary
Carlsbad, CA
2018 - 2019
- This was a long term substitute position, that turned into a contracted position. The lead teacher went on maternity leave.
- Maintained safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
- Devised lesson plans in alignment with state curriculum standards to help students meet learning goals.
- Oversaw class field trips to keep students safe and educate about related topics.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to plan and implement curriculum.
- Used technology to drive instruction and maximize student achievement.
- Pursued positive methods to correct student behavior, delivering constructive feedback upon improvement.
- Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
Kindergarten Teacher
E. Hale Curran Elementary
Murrieta, CA
2006 - 2007
- Same as previous Kindergarten position
- Fostered language development, comprehension and vocabulary using traditional poetry, nursery rhymes and riddles.
- Attended educational conferences and teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
- Established and reinforced rules for behavior policies and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Referred students with suspected learning problems to appropriate support personnel.
Education
Teaching Credential Program
California State University - Channel Islands
Camarillo, CA06.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA05.2002
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Parent and staff communication
- Lesson planning and implementation
- Technology integration
- Supportive teaching approach
- Observational skills
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Aviara Oaks Elementary School
08.2015 - 11.2015
Recreation Leader
Conejo Recreation and Park District
09.2002 - 08.2004
Substitute Teacher
Carlsbad Unified School District
2015 - Current
3rd Grade Teacher
Aviara Oaks Elementary
2018 - 2019
Kindergarten Teacher
E. Hale Curran Elementary
2006 - 2007
Teaching Credential Program
California State University - Channel Islands
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Sonoma State University
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