Kathryn Robson
Educator
Lagrange,KY
Summary
Kind, Hard Working, and Energetic Educator with over 14 years of experience. Utilizes effective classroom management techniques to maintain a positive and productive learning environment that helps develop a love of learning. Detail-oriented planner with talent for creating individualized lessons to meet the needs of all learners. Committed to comprehensive student growth emotionally, socially and academically. Experience with many strategies, curricular resources and techniques to engage and empower students and teachers. Team player that will work collaboratively to meet the needs of all learners.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Oldham County Board of Education
08.2003 - Current
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on lesson planning, classroom management, and instructional strategies.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
Instructional Coach
Oldham County Board of Education
07.2021 - 07.2023
- Supported data-driven instruction by assisting teachers with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
- Assisted new teachers acclimate quickly into their roles through comprehensive mentoring programs and ongoing support.
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs, and identified research-based instructional strategies.
- Facilitated collaborative planning sessions for grade-level teams to establish learning goals and align curriculum across subjects.
- Established a system for tracking teacher progress toward meeting professional growth goals, promoting accountability and reflection throughout the school year.
Education
Masters Of The Arts In Teaching - Primary Through 5th Grade Teaching
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY 08.2001 - 05.2003
Bachelor Of Journalism - Advertising And Spanish
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY 08.1997 - 05.2000
Skills
Strong Classroom Management
Accomplishments
- Teacher's College Homegrown Institute 2021 and 2022 Phonics as well
- Participant Oldham County Reading Academy 2013-14
- Participant Kindergarten Cohort 2013-14
- Mentor to first year teachers 2018-present
- Math Recovery Training 2019-20
- PLC Lead Teacher 2013-2018
- PLC Summit Conference 2016
- SBDM Representative 2024-25
- Oldham County LIteracy Institute 2017
- Oldham County LAB Classroom for 21 A Technology/Literacy 2018
- Orton Gillingham Training 2021
- UFLI Training 2022-24
- LETRS Trained 2022-2024
Timeline
Instructional Coach
Oldham County Board of Education
07.2021 - 07.2023
Kindergarten Teacher
Oldham County Board of Education
08.2003 - Current
Masters Of The Arts In Teaching - Primary Through 5th Grade Teaching
University of Louisville
08.2001 - 05.2003
Bachelor Of Journalism - Advertising And Spanish
Western Kentucky University
08.1997 - 05.2000
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