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Kathryn Schires

Kronenwetter,WI

Summary

Dedicated to student success and offering experience engaging individuals of different skill and ability levels. Applies personalized strategies to enhance student learning and increase performance against objectives. Excited to teach, train and motivate students.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Swim Lesson Instructor/Supervisor

Wausau YMC A
Wausau, WI
04.2024 - Current
  • Taught basic water safety skills such as floating, treading water, rescue techniques.
  • Communicated regularly with parents about their child's performance in lessons.
  • Adapted teaching methods as needed to accommodate different learning styles among students.
  • Encouraged swimmers to challenge themselves and build confidence in the pool.
  • Coordinated with other instructors regarding scheduling conflicts or changes in lesson plans.

Teacher in Social Science

Wausau School District
Wausau, WI
08.2004 - 05.2024
  • Communicated regularly with parents regarding student performance and academic goals set forth throughout the school year.
  • Engaged students in meaningful discussions about current events related to Social Science topics.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills through problem-solving activities related to Social Science topics.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to develop interdisciplinary projects that integrated Social Science content into other subject areas.

Education

Curriculum And Instruction

Lesley University
Cambridge, MA
12-2004

Teaching Certification

Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI
12-1997

Social Science Teacher Education

University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN

Skills

  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Parent Communication
  • Skills Assessment
  • Creative Thinking
  • Certified Lifeguard
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Lifeguard & Water Safety Training

Timeline

Swim Lesson Instructor/Supervisor

Wausau YMC A
04.2024 - Current

Teacher in Social Science

Wausau School District
08.2004 - 05.2024

Curriculum And Instruction

Lesley University

Teaching Certification

Marquette University

Social Science Teacher Education

University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Kathryn Schires