Kathy Gann
Belle Plaine,Kansas
Summary
Dynamic educator with over 25 years of experience at multiple levels and across many subject matters, K-12th grades.
I generates student enthusiasm for learning through individual connections and motivators. I empower students through interactive learning, offering fun and educational lessons and exciting science demonstrations. Although recently on high school level, I recently worked at a private school.
At Wellington Christian Academy, I was adept at instructional planning and fostering student engagement. Skilled in STEM project-based learning and effective communication, I have successfully implemented individualized lesson plans that enhance student comprehension and promote academic success. No matter what I teach, I am committed to creating inclusive environments that support diverse learning needs.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Math and Science Teacher, Grades 5th-8th
Wellington Christian Academy
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Used exams and standardized assessment tools to measure student progress.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Supported student comprehension of scientific principles through individualized instruction.
- Provided individualized feedback to support student learning and development.
- Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
- Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
Teacher
Wellington High School
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Attended state-level Math conferences to receive up-to-date materials and expectations for students in Kansas Math classes.
Special Education Teacher
Haysville Middle and Elementary Schools
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
Grammar and Creative Writing Teacher
Andale Middle School
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Advised students and provided guidance on academic progress.
- Participated in professional development activities to stay current with literature trends.
- Created and administered interactive activities for students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design and maintain curriculum.
- Provided grades and progress reports to evaluate student learning needs.
- Developed and implemented course materials, lecture notes and assignments.
- Tutored students struggling with course material.
Special Education Math and English Teacher
Chisholm Middle School
08.2012 - 05.2013
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
Special Education Teacher, Grades 5th Through 12th
Wichita School System
08.2002 - 05.2012
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
- Applied proven strategies to improve students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
Off-Site Teacher for Students, Grades 5th Through
Arkansas City, KS Schools
08.1991 - 05.1994
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Educatiobn
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS06-2006
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Southwestern College
Winfield, KS05-1990
Skills
- Instructional planning
- Parent and student communication
- Organization
- Documentation and reporting
- Lesson plan development
- Career preparation
- Learning strategies
- Curriculum development
- STEM Project-based learning (PBL)
- Classroom instruction
- Multi-cultural awareness
- Constructive student feedback
- Multimedia integration
- [Language] fluency
- Formative assessments and Standard-based grading
- Verbal and written communication
- Testing and grading
- Learning style accommodations
Kansas Press Association awards for writing and photograpny
Over many years, I have volunteered to support local and community events through writing articles, columns, and taking pictures of a variety of events. I have been recognized many years for my writing and photography in the KPA [the Kansas Press Association]. I also take pictures through the Kansas State High School Activities Association [KSHSSA].
Languages
French
Elementary
Timeline
Teacher
Wellington High School
08.2023 - 05.2025
Special Education Teacher
Haysville Middle and Elementary Schools
08.2015 - 05.2016
Grammar and Creative Writing Teacher
Andale Middle School
08.2014 - 05.2015
Special Education Math and English Teacher
Chisholm Middle School
08.2012 - 05.2013
Special Education Teacher, Grades 5th Through 12th
Wichita School System
08.2002 - 05.2012
Off-Site Teacher for Students, Grades 5th Through
Arkansas City, KS Schools
08.1991 - 05.1994
Math and Science Teacher, Grades 5th-8th
Wellington Christian Academy
Master of Arts - Special Educatiobn
Wichita State University
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Southwestern College
Certification
- Elementary Education Certificate - Kansas Department of Education.
- Special Education Certification - Kansas Department of Education, PreK-12.
- Middle School Teaching Certification - Middle 5-8, [English Language Arts, History Comprehensive, Mathematics, and Science] - Kansas Department of Education
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Quote
“It's the teacher that makes the difference, not the classroom.” by Michael Morpurgo
Michael Morpurgo
Interests
In addition to teaching, I am a prolific writer and photographer I have a small resin business and teach gardening to others I never lack for something to do for fun and relaxation
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