Katie Fails
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Dedicated and nurturing Kindergarten Teacher with experience creating engaging, developmentally appropriate learning environments that support early childhood growth. Skilled in fostering foundational literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional skills through creative, student-centered instruction. Committed to building strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues while promoting a positive and inclusive classroom culture.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten
Audubon Elementary School
Colorado Springs, CO
08.2018 - Current
- Designs and delivers daily and unit-based lesson plans, administered assessments, and evaluated student performance data for up to 25 students
- Cultivated a positive and engaging classroom environment that supported student learning and participation.
- Led parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and address academic or behavioral concerns.
- Serves as a member of the school’s Instructional Leadership Team.
2nd Grade
Audubon Elementary School
Colorado Springs, CO
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Planned and delivered standards-aligned lessons in core subjects, adapting instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of 2nd-grade students.
- Assessed student progress through assignments, tests, and observations, using data to guide instruction and support academic growth.
- Established a structured, positive classroom environment that promoted student engagement, collaboration, and social-emotional development.
Student Teacher
Corpus Christi Catholic School
Colorado Springs, CO
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Assist the cooperating teacher in daily classroom instruction by circulating the classroom and assisting students in their learning both one-on-one as well as whole group
- Lead whole group lessons with emphasis in both Literacy and Mathematics
- Pull struggling students aside for additional assistance with focuses on handwriting and reading
Kindergarten Aide
Wilson Elementary School
Colorado Springs, CO
08.2014 - 05.2017
- Assisted classroom teachers in three different classrooms in daily instruction by circulating the rooms and supporting students one-on-one
- Prepared and implemented a mathematics program for small group math instruction
- Gathered supplies and prepared instructional work for students to complete for all three classrooms with approximately 23 students in each room
Education
Master’s degree - Curriculum and Instruction
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO05-2020
Teacher Education Licensure Program - undefined
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO05-2018
Bachelor of Science - Apparel and Merchandising, Business Administration
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO05-2014
Skills
- Participated in professional development and implementation in classroom of Instructional Empowerment and Kagan strategies
- Experience in both private and public educational institutions
- Experience with ELL students as well as special education students
- Willing and open to learning new information and implementing necessary practices
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Strongly collaborative educator who partners effectively with colleagues, support staff, and families to enhance student learning and development
- Team-oriented professional with a proven ability to work collaboratively in planning instruction, sharing best practices, and supporting school-wide initiatives
- Maintain a positive, professional attitude and appearance every day
Accomplishments
- Serves as Scholarship Chair
- provides mentorship for children ages 6-12 currently in the foster care system
- co-leads a team of 18 adults and coordinates events and communication
· Member of Delta Kappa Gamma International Society for Key Women Educators
· Co-director of Royal Family Kids Mentoring Club
Affiliations
- Member of the National Society of Leadership and Success (Spring 2017)
- Member of Delta Kappa Gamma International Society for Key Women Educators (Spring 2018)
- Co-director of Royal Family Kids Mentoring Club
Certification
Professional Teacher License
READ Act Certified
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Kindergarten
Audubon Elementary School
08.2018 - Current
2nd Grade
Audubon Elementary School
08.2018 - 05.2020
Student Teacher
Corpus Christi Catholic School
08.2017 - 05.2018
Kindergarten Aide
Wilson Elementary School
08.2014 - 05.2017
Teacher Education Licensure Program - undefined
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
Bachelor of Science - Apparel and Merchandising, Business Administration
Colorado State University
Master’s degree - Curriculum and Instruction
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs