Katelynn Harmon
McAlester,OK
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
McAlester Christian Academy
03.2022 - Current
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
Childcare Center Director
Child Development Institute
07.2020 - 05.2021
- Developed relationships with community organizations to provide additional resources and services to families.
- Cultivated relationships with local schools to facilitate seamless transitions between preschool programs and elementary school settings for graduating students.
- Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
- Supervised and managed team of childcare professionals to guarantee highest standards of care.
Special Education Paraprofessional
McAlester Public Schools
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for each student, contributing to improved academic performance.
- Delivered efficient instruction by assisting with lesson planning and materials preparation.
- Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
- Provided necessary accommodations for testing situations, ensuring fair opportunities for all students to demonstrate their knowledge and skills.
Education
Bachelor of General Studies -
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK09.2024
Associate of Applied Science -
Eastern Oklahoma State College
Wilburton, OK05.2020
High School Diploma -
Hartshorne High School
Hartshorne, OK05.2015
Skills
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Curriculum Development
- Group and individual instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Parent Communication
- Positive Reinforcement
- Student rapport
- Assessment Strategies
Timeline
Teacher
McAlester Christian Academy
03.2022 - Current
Childcare Center Director
Child Development Institute
07.2020 - 05.2021
Special Education Paraprofessional
McAlester Public Schools
08.2018 - 05.2020
Bachelor of General Studies -
University of Central Oklahoma
Associate of Applied Science -
Eastern Oklahoma State College
High School Diploma -
Hartshorne High School
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