Katie Harrison
Acworth,GA
Summary
Knowledgeable Literacy Tutor trained using the Orton-Gillingham approach, with experience working with students diagnosed with dyslexia, dysgraphia, and ADHD. Committed to working closely with students, parents, and teachers to develop prescriptive and individualized lessons to meet the needs of each learner. Accustomed to both in-person and online instruction with flexibility to do both while maintaining lesson engagement. Ready to help all students learn to read.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Literacy Tutor
Sunny Bee Literacy
Acworth, GA
04.2022 - Current
- Implemented explicit, systematic, multisensory, and structured lessons in literacy instruction, using the Orton-Gillingham approach.
- Assessed phonemic awareness, phonics, decoding, encoding, fluency, reading comprehension and vocabulary of all students.
- Kept detailed records of student progress and attendance.
- Administered feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage and build confidence.
- Participated in training classes to improve tutoring practices and learn new tutoring techniques.
- Developed student-specific tutoring plans in concert with teachers and parents.
Office Manager
K3S, Inc.
Marietta, GA
01.2020 - Current
- Delivered top-notch administrative support to office staff, promoting excellence in office operations.
- Authored clear and professional business documents.
- Prepared and distributed team-based communications to foster collaboration and enhance team morale.
- Drafted agendas, recorded minutes and created documents for meetings.
Tumbling Instructor/ Allstar Coach
The Stingray Cheer Company
Marietta, GA
01.2006 - Current
- Adapted lessons to age, size and skill level of athletes.
- Communicated teaching schedule to athletes, parents, and office staff with regularity.
- Conducted skills assessments for participants with rigorous industry standards.
- Worked with parents to address athlete growth and issues with participant behavior in program.
- Utilized standard cheerleading curriculum to teach proper form and safe conduction of high-risk stunts and tumbling.
- Assessed skill of different athletes and tailored lessons to follow deficiencies.
- Coordinated with other instructors and coaches to determine student advancement and progress.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
- Implemented exercise programs and training strategies to bolster individual and team performance.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Held special events to promote camaraderie among teammates, families and community members.
Camp Manager
The Stingray Cheer Company
Marietta, GA
03.2009 - 09.2019
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Directed training and retraining of employees to boost performance and enhance business results.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments, planning and coordinating schedules for teams, individuals, and staff.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Effectively supervised staff of 30 personnel by implementing company policies, protocols, work rules and disciplinary action.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies
Illinois Wesleyan University
Bloomington, IL05.2005
Skills
- Literacy Support
- Clear Instruction and Communication
- Literacy Strategies
- Recommending Books and Materials
- Progress Reports and Check-Ins
- Building Confidence Through Positive Reinforcement
- Individual and Small Group Instruction
- Developing Individualized Lessons
- Tutoring and Student Assistance
Certification
- Orton Gillingham - Associate Level, 64 hour training completed April 1, 2021.
- Structured Word Inquiry - 6 hour training completed February 2022.
Timeline
Literacy Tutor
Sunny Bee Literacy
04.2022 - Current
Office Manager
K3S, Inc.
01.2020 - Current
Camp Manager
The Stingray Cheer Company
03.2009 - 09.2019
Tumbling Instructor/ Allstar Coach
The Stingray Cheer Company
01.2006 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies
Illinois Wesleyan University
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