Years of professional experience
Kathryn M. Paradis
Columbia,SC
Summary
Highly organized, personable educator with over 8 years of extensive expertise and dedication in teaching and empowering students in all fields of science. Possesses a strong track record in communication and leadership to build a positive rapport with students, parents, colleagues, and administration, advocating every student's success. A team player and supporter for collaboration within grade and content levels to deliver rich and engaging lessons to encourage higher-order thinking to increase student performance. Looking to contribute my skills and knowledge of science and education in an institute that offers the opportunity for students to grow and succeed in their personal, academic, and future endeavors.
Overview
13
13
8
8
Certifications
2
2
Degrees
Work History
Science Teacher
Connections Academy Via Pearson - Tennessee Connec
10.2021 - Current
- Drove students success, maximizing skills, knowledge, and scientific attitudes virtually in all fields of science & technology
- Remotely taught three differentiated sections of grade 7 science through synchronous and asynchronous engaging demonstrations, lectures, class discussions, student-led virtual experiments, and small group activities to master learning objectives
- Provided educational and technical support for students and learning coaches through 1:1 check in’s, extra help sessions, and regular communication via phone, text, & webmail to build and maintain positive rapport
- Prepared students for mastery by differentiating instruction, setting high expectations, and offering a safe learning environment
- Optimized academic potential through effective use of student data pertaining to Connexus lessons, unit assessments, lesson completion percentage, CBA’s (Curriculum Based Assessments), and former state standardized assessments
- Increased standardized test scores from 45% to 78% over one school year.
- Collaborated with science colleagues during PLC's to analyze student data to determine instructional decisions and personalized learning.
- Integrated science into other curricula by develop cross-curriculum lessons with team colleagues
- Maintained growth mindset in school faculty meetings and district professional development programs to expand knowledge of professional teaching skills and current educational practices
Substitute Teacher
Pearson
08.2022 - 09.2022
- Maintained classroom continuity by implementing lesson plans to high school students in Art in World Cultures and Medical Therapeutics courses.
8th Grade Science Teacher
Stride Learning - Tennessee Virtual Academy
08.2019 - 10.2021
- Considered Science Subject Matter Expert as Grade 8 Chair Point of Contact (POC) and a POD POC to grade 8 level teachers, students, and learning coaches
- Coordinated and supervised a district-wide implementation of the 2020-2021 TCAP standardized testing program
- Trained faculty to serve as school testing proctors prior to end of course assessments
- Optimized academic potential for students through weekly 1:1 check in’s, monthly TNVA in-person outings, and quarterly data conferences to build and maintain positive rapport with students and learning coaches.
7th and 8th Grade Science Teacher
Massachusetts & Tennessee Public Schools
02.2015 - 08.2019
- Analyzed previous grades 7 & 8 state standardized assessment (MCAS & TNReady) scores to address weaknesses in science standards by means of intervention.
- Incorporated technology into lesson plans with the use of Chromebooks, iPads, laptops, and engaging educational websites.
- Participated in a cross-district professional development workshop to re-align the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for the Massachusetts Department of Education for 3+ years.
Quality Control Associate Chemist
Klüber Lubrication
01.2010 - 02.2015
- Performed lab testing primarily on finished goods and raw materials to ensure high quality completion in accordance with Klüber’s quality standards
- Troubleshot production process issues related to chemistry
- Created and implemented work instructions that were followed by laboratory personnel
- Trained incoming laboratory personnel on various tests and lab equipment
- Responsible for analytical method development on new and existing equipment
- Provided customer support for work orders and technical issues regarding finished products.
Education
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Science Education
Merrimack College
North Andover12.2016
No Degree - Analytical Chemistry
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Lowell12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Emmanuel College
Boston05.2011
Skills
- Instruction and Leadership
- Tutoring and Mentoring
- Differentiated Science Instruction
- Online Instruction
- Fast learner and Adapter
- Data Analysis
- Standardized Test Preparation
- Team Collaboration
- Instructional & Curriculum Planning
- Student & Parent/Guardian Support
- Classroom Management
- Excellent Communication
Online Platform Experience
- Microsoft 365
- Google Workspace
- Apple iWork
- Zoom - Including Class
- Connexus
- Power BI
- Adobe
- D2L/iLearn
- Blackboard
- Study Island
- Mastery Connect
Certification
- South Carolina Professional Teaching License - Number 308841, Middle Level Science (5-8); Science (Grades 9–12)
- North Carolina Professional Teaching License - 1271179, Science (6-12)
- Oregon Preliminary Teaching License - 554662 Foundational Science (PreK-12)
- Colorado Initial Teacher License - Number 24394444, Science Education (7-12) Endorsement
- Tennessee Professional Teaching License - Number 000712239, Middle School Science (6-8) Endorsement
- Texas Professional Teaching License - Number 2424540, Science (4-8)
- Massachusetts Provisional Certification - Number 480413, General Science (5-8); SEI Full Endorsement (5-8)
- Utah Professional Teaching License - Number 786253, Secondary Science
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Pearson
08.2022 - 09.2022
Science Teacher
Connections Academy Via Pearson - Tennessee Connec
10.2021 - Current
8th Grade Science Teacher
Stride Learning - Tennessee Virtual Academy
08.2019 - 10.2021
7th and 8th Grade Science Teacher
Massachusetts & Tennessee Public Schools
02.2015 - 08.2019
Quality Control Associate Chemist
Klüber Lubrication
01.2010 - 02.2015
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Science Education
Merrimack College
No Degree - Analytical Chemistry
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Emmanuel College
- South Carolina Professional Teaching License - Number 308841, Middle Level Science (5-8); Science (Grades 9–12)
- North Carolina Professional Teaching License - 1271179, Science (6-12)
- Oregon Preliminary Teaching License - 554662 Foundational Science (PreK-12)
- Colorado Initial Teacher License - Number 24394444, Science Education (7-12) Endorsement
- Tennessee Professional Teaching License - Number 000712239, Middle School Science (6-8) Endorsement
- Texas Professional Teaching License - Number 2424540, Science (4-8)
- Massachusetts Provisional Certification - Number 480413, General Science (5-8); SEI Full Endorsement (5-8)
- Utah Professional Teaching License - Number 786253, Secondary Science
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