Katie Baker
Summary
Dedicated and experienced educational leader with a passion for fostering a positive and engaging learning environment for both students and leaders. Skilled in developing and implementing curriculum tailored to meet the diverse needs of students. Successfully implimenting a coaching program that fosters growth in teachers and increased student achievement. Entrusted with the leadership of implimenting curriculum for teachers and staff. Strong communication and interpersonal skills enable effective collaboration with students, colleagues, and parents. Committed to promoting a love of learning and academic success for all students.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Academic Dean
Seton Catholic Schools
07.2024 - Current
- Oversaw curriculum development and assessment processes to ensure alignment with academic standards and objectives
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development
- Implemented innovative technologies and teaching methods to enhance the learning experience for students and faculty
- Build, manage, and develop a teacher coaching program to provide coaching and mentorship, rooted in data, to increase student performance.
- Helped determine and modify class schedule as needed
- Report to and work closely with Principal on all daily school operations
- Guide department chairs on various initiatives to improve academic programs
- Foster positive school relations and active engagement with the wider community
- Develop and implement intervention strategies for students with learning disabilities, behavioral disorders, and academic struggles
- Led the development of school policies and education programs, and coordinated with faculty to identify opportunities to improve curriculum and lesson plans
- Interfaced with classroom teachers and parents to discuss academic performance, behavioral conduct, and disciplinary measures
- Coordinated with teachers, students, and parents to ensure adherence to high standards of academic performance, attendance, and behavioral conduct
- Address and resolve escalated student conflicts and behavioral issues
Teacher
Seton Catholic Schools
08.2018 - 06.2024
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles, resulting in improved student understanding and retention.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects and activities that promoted critical thinking and creativity among students.
- Established a positive and inclusive classroom environment by incorporating social-emotional learning strategies and promoting a growth mindset.
- Conducted regular assessments to track student progress and provide timely feedback to students and parents on areas for improvement.
- Mentor teacher to multiple first year teachers providing guidance in classroom managment, implimentation of curriculum, assessment data and student performance, and classroom organization.
- Concurrently taught in-person and virtual students while collaborating with colleagues to ensure students met standards and requirements of virtual learning.
Master Teacher
Seton Catholic Schools
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Mentored new teachers in instructional strategies and classroom management techniques, contributing to their growth and success in the profession.
- Collaborated with administration to analyze data and develop intervention strategies to support struggling students, leading to a measurable increase in student performance.
- Provided personalized coaching sessions to teachers to improve their instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Conducted classroom observations and provided constructive feedback to teachers on their teaching practices and lesson planning.
- Collaborated with school leadership teams to create and implement coaching strategies that aligned with the school's educational goals and priorities.
- Developed and led professional development sessions for teachers focused on improving implimentation of Science Curriculum, grading, and providing quality feedback to students.
- Served on accreditation team to assess schools according to the Archdiocese of Milwaukee Standards for Catholic Schools.
Education
Masters - Educational Leadership
Creighton University
Omaha, Nebraska05-2021
Bachelor - Secondary Education and History
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI06-2018
Skills
- Time Management
- Flexibility
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Responsibility
- Active Listening
Certification
Wisconsin Teaching License
Timeline
Academic Dean
Seton Catholic Schools
07.2024 - Current
Master Teacher
Seton Catholic Schools
01.2023 - 06.2024
Teacher
Seton Catholic Schools
08.2018 - 06.2024
Masters - Educational Leadership
Creighton University
Bachelor - Secondary Education and History
Marquette University
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