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Kathryn Wilie

Kathryn Wilie

Willow Park,TX

Summary

A passionate, hard-working educator dedicated to inspiring all students to become lifelong learners. Known for a flexible approach that balances firmness with compassion, ensuring academic and social growth for every student. Charismatic and approachable with strong interpersonal skills that facilitate genuine connections with students, colleagues, and families. Dedicated to cultivating a classroom environment rich in encouragement and inclusion while personalizing learning experiences to meet the unique needs of each student. Eager to contribute to a district that prioritizes the holistic development of every child.

Overview

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1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

PK3 Teacher

Trinity Basin Preparatory
Fort Worth, TX
08.2024 - 05.2026

• Implemented classroom rules and procedures that taught and reinforced appropriate social and emotional behavior.

• Maintained a classroom climate and culture that fostered inclusivity and hands-on learning.

• Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

• Delivered research-based instructional activities differentiated according to student knowledge, learning style, and individual need.

• Maintained professional relationships with students, parents, faculty and staff.

ESL KINDERGARTEN TEACHER

Fort Worth ISD
08.2022 - 05.2024
  • Developed and delivered high quality data driven instruction and engaging learning experiences that fulfill district requirements and use Kindergarten TEKS guidelines
  • Conduct small group interventions each week to promote content mastery while catering to multiple diverse learning styles
  • Upheld a student-centered, positive classroom culture that encouraged accountability, problem solving, and social emotional learning
  • Assessed and maintained student data records that monitored academic, social, and emotional growth
  • Collaborated weekly with grade level team to discuss assessments, review lesson plans and engage in professional development

ESL PRE-KINDERGARTEN TEACHER

Kennedale ISD
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Planned, designed, and delivered dynamic learning experiences and lessons using the Texas Pre-K guidelines
  • Created a student-centered, positive classroom culture that encouraged exploration, problem solving, and social emotional learning
  • Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and maintained records in student files

Elementary Teacher (In-Person & Virtual)

Splendora ISD
Splendora, TX
01.2019 - 05.2021
  • Created a safe, supportive classroom environment that promoted cooperative student-centered learning activities
  • Planned & implemented age-appropriate and engaging lessons for diverse learning styles that reflected an understanding of content
  • Promptly applied new skills and developed unique online lessons to fulfill the requirements of district expectations
  • Dedicated time to professional development, technology trainings, and researching digital programs to foster student participation
  • Collaborated with teachers on multiple grade levels

FIRST GRADE TEACHER

Splendora ISD
01.2019 - 05.2020
  • Created a safe, supportive classroom environment that promoted cooperative student-centered learning activities
  • Provided instruction, management, and assessment strategies that catered to a range of student needs and learning styles

SMARTKIDS CASEWORKER

Communities In Schools-Central Texas
02.2014 - 12.2018
  • Delivered 1:1 and small group counseling to elementary students using strengths-based perspective
  • Worked with students to ensure progress in academics, behavior, social skills and emotional regulation
  • Provided crisis intervention and assisted students coping with trauma
  • Partnered with the Housing Authority of the City of Austin and facilitated an after-school program for students
  • Maintain proper documentation on individual and group assessments
  • Conducted home visits to forge positive working relationships and collaborations with families, school staff, and the community

Education

Bachelor of Social Work -

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
12-2013

Skills

  • SEL Development
  • Diverse Student Populations
  • Outgoing Positive attitude
  • Collaborative and Team-Oriented
  • Building family relationships
  • Classroom Management
  • Trained in Capturing Kids Hearts
  • Classroom Culture

Certification

  • SBEC Certification Core Subjects EC-6th December 2018
  • ESL Supplemental December 2018

Accomplishments

  • School and district recognition for family engagement and student outreach during COVID
  • Grade transition flexibility within 2020-2021 school year
  • 100% MAP testing growth in math 2023

Timeline

PK3 Teacher

Trinity Basin Preparatory
08.2024 - 05.2026

ESL KINDERGARTEN TEACHER

Fort Worth ISD
08.2022 - 05.2024

ESL PRE-KINDERGARTEN TEACHER

Kennedale ISD
08.2021 - 05.2022

Elementary Teacher (In-Person & Virtual)

Splendora ISD
01.2019 - 05.2021

FIRST GRADE TEACHER

Splendora ISD
01.2019 - 05.2020

SMARTKIDS CASEWORKER

Communities In Schools-Central Texas
02.2014 - 12.2018

Bachelor of Social Work -

Texas State University