Katie Carlton
Calera,OK
Summary
Dedicated educator with expertise in mentorship, individualized education plans, and staff management. Proven ability to foster collaborative learning environments and implement effective behavior management strategies.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Calera Public School
Calera
10.2023 - Current
- Serve as supervisor of 9 paraprofessionals.
- Assist teachers from PreK to First Grade with behaviors of all students and other needs.
- Ensure seamless classroom and school building operations during teacher and office staff absences.
- Coordinate daily scheduling and staff coverage to ensure all responsibilities are fulfilled efficiently.
- Complete initial evaluations to determine special education eligibility.
- Develop individualized education plans (IEPs) to meet diverse student needs.
- Work closely with related service providers to best meet students' needs.
- Implements behavior management strategies to enhance classroom environment.
- Collaborates with teachers and staff to adapt curriculum for special education students.
- Monitors student progress through assessments and adjusted instructional methods accordingly.
- Foster strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
Paraprofessional
Calera Public School
Calera, OK
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Supported classroom instruction by assisting teachers with lesson plans and materials.
- Facilitated small group activities to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback to educators on individual performance.
- Developed and maintained relationships with students, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Small Business Co-Owner
C&C Construction, Twisted Arrow Construction
Calera, OK
08.2020 - 08.2023
- Managed day-to-day operations of the businesses, overseeing personnel schedules and handling finances and budgeting.
Second Grade Teacher
Colbert Public School
Colbert, OK
07.2013 - 07.2020
- Served as mentor teacher.
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to promote positive behavior and academic achievement.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to support student development and address concerns.
- Assessed student performance regularly to inform instructional practices and improvements.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
Owner/Operator of After School Daycare Program
Hooray 4 After School Play!
Calera, OK
08.2009 - 05.2013
- Owner and operator of after school program for Calera students.
- Ran business while meeting the criteria and guidelines of the state of Oklahoma.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for children.
- Engaged in academic tutoring for various ages of students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Early Childhood
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Durant, OK05-2011
Skills
- Provide mentorship and support to teachers and staff
- Supervise 9 paraprofessionals
- Staff management of the Early Childhood building and First Grade when teachers/paras are absent
- Oversee staff morning and afternoon duties and roles in PreK through First Grade
- Create eligibility and individualized education plans
- Identify child developmental needs and early intervention strategies
- Differentiate instruction
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- De-escalation techniques
- Social skills development
- Small group instruction
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Calera Public School
10.2023 - Current
Paraprofessional
Calera Public School
08.2023 - 10.2023
Small Business Co-Owner
C&C Construction, Twisted Arrow Construction
08.2020 - 08.2023
Second Grade Teacher
Colbert Public School
07.2013 - 07.2020
Owner/Operator of After School Daycare Program
Hooray 4 After School Play!
08.2009 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Early Childhood
Southeastern Oklahoma State University