Kathryn Von Buettner
Summary
Texas Certified Early Childhood/Elementary School Teacher with 30 years of experience. Dedicated to providing a differentiated and innovative hands on learning environment to include all students. Able to remain flexible to ensure that all students' learning needs are being met. Hardworking and dedicated to collaborating with all staff to create the best learning experience schoolwide.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Northeast ISD
San Antonio
08.2019 - Current
- Directed curriculum initiatives as grade level chair for three years, promoting team collaboration.
- Facilitated lessons aligned with state and district standards.
- Developed hands-on science activities for exploration and experimentation.
- Incorporated play-based activities into curriculum to enhance engagement.
- Enhanced classroom experiences through strategic implementation of technology resources.
First Grade Teacher
MacArthur Park Lutheran School
San Antonio
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Created and managed monthly two-day STEAM events for kindergarten and first grade, enhancing student engagement in science and technology.
- Delivered monthly STEAM activities for Pre-K classrooms, fostering early interest in STEM subjects.
- Initiated and coordinated school-wide field day, promoting physical activity and community involvement among students.
- Facilitated and published individual student books through Classroom Treasures.
Classroom Teacher (K,1st,2nd,3rd)
Northeast ISD
San Antonio
08.1998 - 06.2017
- .Differentiated instruction based on student needs to enhance learning outcomes.
- Led the curriculum committee for eight years and drove instructional improvements.
- Planned and organized school-wide curriculum night, engaging families and promoting community involvement.
- Supervised three student teachers, providing mentorship and support.
- Developed small group reading and math tutoring program before district initiatives.
- Acted as grade level chair and CIC member for first and second grades, fostering collaboration.
- Coordinated with educators to implement specialized strategies for diverse learners, including support for special education students as 2nd grade co-teacher.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Multidisciplinary Studies
Texas Lutheran University
Seguin, TX05-1995
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Technology integration
- Differentiated instruction
- Parent communication
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Early Childhood Ed (PreK - KG)
- Elementary Self Contained (1st-8th)
- Elementary Math (1st - 8th)
- ESL Supplemental (PreK - 8th)
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Northeast ISD
08.2019 - Current
First Grade Teacher
MacArthur Park Lutheran School
08.2017 - 06.2019
Classroom Teacher (K,1st,2nd,3rd)
Northeast ISD
08.1998 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Multidisciplinary Studies
Texas Lutheran University