Katie Hawkins

Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with 8 years of Title 1 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.

Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team and serving on leadership committees and roles. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.

• Professional Educator’s License (North Carolina)
• Lifeguard Certifications (CPR, AED, and First Aid)
• Hospice and Palliative Care Volunteer Certification

• Guilford County Schools, New Teacher Mentor Training

Commenced through district trainings to effectively and inclusively mentor new teachers in their "Beginning Teacher" years. This includes delivering supportive feedback with observations, completing paperwork, and staying up-to-date on current educational strategies and policies. 2023

• Guilford County Schools, Field Experience Mentor Teacher

Aided multiple field experience teachers-in-training with classroom hours and teaching opportunities with students. Cooperated with universities in completing observations and paperwork to verify the field experience and success of the students. Collaborated with teachers-in-training to promote and exhibit best practices, school culture, and planning guidance.

• Duke University, AIG Add-On Licensure Scholarship

Applied and commenced through two stages of interviewing to be selected as a scholarship candidate. Completed three semesters of graduate level courses and a three-week practicum with Gifted and Talented GCS students. Learned crucial aspects of gifted education including local and national legislation. Created a case study investigating and reflecting on a student in my 6th grade classroom in the fall. Designed a concept-based curricular unit encompassing successful, engaging, rigorous instructional models beneficial to gifted populations. Received and sought out pertinent feedback and guidance on instructional models to implement. Reflected on my implementation of the curricular unit during my practicum with peer coaching, professor’s observation feedback and accolades, as well as with the critical reflection model. Taught and assessed the essential understanding that design reflects culture with a unit delving into the realm of poetry. 2021-2022

• University of North Carolina at Greensboro, YOPP New Teacher Institute, Facilitator

Nominated to lead as a facilitator for first year teachers in the Summer Institute Professional Development. Led teachers in discussions on stakeholder perspectives using case studies. Led investigations of the NC Teaching Standards and how that aligns with our profession. Connected and collaborated with educators to freshen perspectives and provide a safe place to reflect and grow. Reflected on my own experiences and practice to approach the upcoming school year head-on. 2021-2022

• Watson College of Education, Tutor

Tutored 5th grade student who was several grade levels behind in math and reading. Created lessons to engage and accommodate the learner’s abilities and weaker areas. Succeeded in helping bring student up to grade level in all areas identified. 2014

• Carolina Beach Elementary School, Fall 2015, Observed classroom teacher and behavior management strategies. Assisted teacher responsibilities and instruction. Created and taught lesson plans in accordance with the Common Core and NC Essential Standards.
• Gregory School of Science and Mathematics, Fall 2014, Observed classroom teacher and behavior management strategies. Assisted teacher responsibilities and instruction. Created and taught lesson plans in accordance with the Common Core and NC Essential Standards.
• Mary C. Williams Elementary School, Spring 2014, Observed classroom teacher and behavior management strategies. Assisted teacher responsibilities and instruction. Created and taught lesson plans in accordance with the Common Core and NC Essential Standards.
• Sunset Park Elementary School, Spring 2014, Observed classroom teacher and behavior management strategies. Assisted teacher responsibilities and instruction. Created and taught lesson plans in accordance with the Common Core and NC Essential Standards.
• Rachel Freeman School of Engineering, Fall 2013, Observed classroom teacher and behavior management strategies. Assisted teacher responsibilities and instruction. Created and taught lesson plans in accordance with the Common Core and NC Essential Standards.

• Summerfield Charter School, 2015, Assisted the librarian with book inventory and organization. Helped in K-2 classrooms with small group work. Read aloud to students.
• Good Shepherd Center in Wilmington, 2012, Assisted team sorting hygienic supplies for distribution. Used commercial laundry equipment to clean and fold linens and clothes. Interacted with the center’s residents and volunteers.
• Hospice and Palliative Care of Greensboro, 2011-2012, Completed training hours to interact with residents at Blumenthal's Nursing and Rehab Home. Led recreational activities to groups of residents. Worked collaboratively with staff and patients to create a positive experience for all residents. Met with an individual resident weekly to read and converse.
• Project Serve Mission Trips, 2010-2011, Worked with teams to complete projects for communities in Pennsylvania and Florida. Raised money to fund supplies to complete respective projects.