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Katie Belville

Brodhead,United States

Summary

I am an experienced educator with over a decade of teaching across preschool through middle school, blending a strong academic foundation with a grounded, open-minded approach that meets each child where they are. My work focuses on supporting the whole child. I create curiosity-driven, play-based learning environments that provide students with opportunities to explore, question, and discover on their own. At the heart of my teaching is a clear commitment to being a safe, trusted adult in every child’s life—creating a space where students feel seen, valued, and empowered to grow both academically and personally.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Preschool Teacher

Southern Madison Childcare Center
Berea, KY
10.2025 - Current

Designed and executed developmentally appropriate activities to enhance learning experiences.

Facilitated communication with families to ensure clarity and understanding of important information.

Cultivated a safe and enriching classroom environment that fosters student growth.

Ensured compliance with all state regulations and guidelines.

Managed comprehensive record-keeping systems to ensure data accuracy and accessibility.

Managed comprehensive documentation processes to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Facilitated professional development initiatives to enhance team skills and knowledge.

Facilitated engaging and personalized interactions with each student.

5th grade writing teacher

Silver Creek Elementary
Madison County, Kentucky
01.2024 - 01.2025

Developed and implemented engaging activities to foster enhanced learning experiences.

Orchestrated communication with families to enhance clarity and understanding of critical information.

Established and maintained a secure and stimulating classroom environment to promote student development.

Monitored and enforced adherence to state regulations and guidelines.

Oversaw comprehensive record-keeping systems to guarantee data accuracy and accessibility.

Oversaw comprehensive documentation processes to guarantee accuracy and compliance.

Spearheaded professional development initiatives to elevate team skills and expertise.

Cultivated engaging and personalized interactions with each student.

Parent and Child Educator

KCEOC Community Action Partnership Head Start Program
03.2024 - 09.2024
  • As a Parent and Child Educator, I was responsible for recruiting families into the program. I made individualized lesson plans for each child on my case load. We planned family fun days 2 times a month. I was also responsible for maintaining accurate records on each child.

7th-grade science teacher

Lincoln County Middle School
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • As a 7-th grade science teacher at Lincoln Middle School, I was responsible for creating and implementing a science curriculum that met the middle school standards. I was the Green teams team lead, and the science department head.

Kindergarten and 4th and 5th-grade math teacher

Waynesburg Elementary School
Waynesburg, Kentucky
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Kindergarten (2020-2021) and 4th and 5th-grade math teacher (2021-2022) at Waynesburg Elementary School. I have served as an after-school teacher for the 21st-century tutorial program, as well as being part of the school safety committee and teacher liaison between the school and county board of education.

Sixth Grade Teacher

Hanalei Elementary School
Hanalei, Hawaii
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Sixth Grade Teacher at Hanalei Elementary School (2017-2020) I was one of two sixth-grade teachers at a small school on Kauai Island. I was also the student council facilitator, part of the social committee, and ran the after-school tutoring club. I taught all subjects, specializing in math, science, and art.

Substitute Teacher

County of Kauai
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Substitute Teacher on the Island of Kauai. During this time, I gained experience working in special education in a self-contained special day class. I did two long-term positions in kindergarten and third grade.

Substitute teacher

Oak Grove School District
San Jose and Saratoga, California
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Substitute teacher for: 1/2 grade combo- Oak Grove School District 2/3 grade combo-Oak Grove School District 5th grade-Oak Grove School District 6th grade-Oak Grove School District 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade at Argonaut Elementary K-6 - Kaua’i District
  • Long Term Substitute Teaching
  • Kindergarten and 3rd grade -Wilcox Elementary (October-December 2016) (April-May)
  • 3rd Grade-Argonaut Elementary (January-February 2016)

Student teaching placement

San Jose, California
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Student teaching placement in 6th grade and 2/3 grade combo classes. Full-time with over 600 hours of documented experience in a classroom.

San Jose, California
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Throughout the Child and Adolescent Development undergraduate program, I was required to observe and assess student performance and keep thorough records of their progress. I was also able to learn and develop classroom management skills. In addition, I was required to establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects in all courses.

Education

Master's Degree in Education - Curriculum and Instruction

San Jose State University
San Jose, California, United States
01-2016

Bachelor of Arts - Child and Adolescent Development

San Jose State University
San Jose, California, United States
01-2014

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts and Sciences

Cabrillo College
Aptos, CA, United States
01-2012

Skills

  • Directed initiatives focused on holistic child development through customized educational strategies and innovative teaching practices Championed the incorporation of STEAM, physical education, and environmental education into the curriculum Leveraged extensive experience to mentor students, promoting both academic success and personal development Partnered with school committees to enhance educational offerings and strengthen community involvement Cultivated a culture of trust and open communication among students, parents, and staff to create an inclusive learning atmosphere

Timeline

Lead Preschool Teacher

Southern Madison Childcare Center
10.2025 - Current

Parent and Child Educator

KCEOC Community Action Partnership Head Start Program
03.2024 - 09.2024

5th grade writing teacher

Silver Creek Elementary
01.2024 - 01.2025

7th-grade science teacher

Lincoln County Middle School
01.2022 - 01.2023

Kindergarten and 4th and 5th-grade math teacher

Waynesburg Elementary School
01.2020 - 01.2022

Sixth Grade Teacher

Hanalei Elementary School
01.2017 - 01.2019

Substitute Teacher

County of Kauai
01.2016 - 01.2017

Student teaching placement

01.2015 - 01.2016

Substitute teacher

Oak Grove School District
01.2014 - 01.2017

01.2012 - 01.2014

Master's Degree in Education - Curriculum and Instruction

San Jose State University

Bachelor of Arts - Child and Adolescent Development

San Jose State University

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts and Sciences

Cabrillo College