Kathy Willey
Auburndale,FL
Summary
Dedicated Teacher offering 29 years of experience in education. Resourceful and passionate educator with adaptable and approachable style. Knowledgeable about building professional learning communities. Passionate about equipping teachers with curriculum and instructional planning skills. Committed to creating comfortable learning environments for students.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Grade 5 ELA & Social Studies Grade 3 Teacher
Polk County Public Schools
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
SAU 36 Grade 3, 4, and 5 Remote ELA Teacher
SAU 36
03.2020 - 06.2021
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
Grade 5 ELA and Social Studies Teacher
SAU 36
08.2017 - 03.2020
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards
Reading and Math Interventionist
SAU 36
08.2015 - 06.2017
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students based on variety of instructional techniques and technologies.
- Maintained accurate and complete student records to prepare reports on children and activities.
- Worked with teachers on the Curriculum Committee
7th and 8th English Language Arts
SAU 36
08.2012 - 06.2015
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Member of District Team Reading and Writing Committee
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
Fourth Grade Teacher
SAU 36
08.2003 - 06.2012
- Member of the Building Leadership Team and grade 3 and 4 Unit leader
- Curriculum Committee
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
Grade 4 Teacher
SAU 58
08.1993 - 06.2003
- Elementary Department Leader working with K- 6 teachers weekly to discuss curriculum and create lesson plans
- Member of School Steering Committee, At-Risk student committee, Student Portfolio Committee, Curriculum Committee
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
Education
NH Certification Principal, Elementary Teacher (K-8), Reading and Writing Teacher -
2023
M.Ed - Educational Leadership
Plymouth State University
2016
BS - Social Science Elementary Education, Reading
Lyndon State College
1993
Skills
- Special Assignments
- Behavior Management Techniques
- Instructional Techniques
- Leadership Development
- Program Planning
- Curriculum Standards
- Curriculum Development
- Literacy Support
- District Standards
- Standardized Testing
Timeline
Grade 5 ELA & Social Studies Grade 3 Teacher
Polk County Public Schools
08.2021 - 01.2023
SAU 36 Grade 3, 4, and 5 Remote ELA Teacher
SAU 36
03.2020 - 06.2021
Grade 5 ELA and Social Studies Teacher
SAU 36
08.2017 - 03.2020
Reading and Math Interventionist
SAU 36
08.2015 - 06.2017
7th and 8th English Language Arts
SAU 36
08.2012 - 06.2015
Fourth Grade Teacher
SAU 36
08.2003 - 06.2012
Grade 4 Teacher
SAU 58
08.1993 - 06.2003
NH Certification Principal, Elementary Teacher (K-8), Reading and Writing Teacher -
M.Ed - Educational Leadership
Plymouth State University
BS - Social Science Elementary Education, Reading
Lyndon State College
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