Katie Kennedy
Hattiesburg,Mississippi
Summary
Certified and experienced teacher who is able to create and run programs to educate students and improve school readiness. Fosters growth and development in children while encouraging strong partnerships with families. Manages behavior issues through innovative and constructive correction.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Presbyterian Christian School
08.2020 - Current
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
Elementary Teacher
Oak Grove Upper Elementary, Lamar County Schools
07.2016 - 07.2020
- Experienced in teaching English Language Arts.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
Elementary Teacher
Columbia Elementary School, Columbia Schools
07.2014 - 06.2016
- Experienced in teaching Math and Science.
- Developed and implemented discipline strategies to maintain classroom order.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
Education
Master of Arts - Art Of Teaching In Alternate Route
William Carey University
HattiesburgBachelor of Science - Business Administration, Marketing
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MSSkills
- Continuous Improvement Strategies
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Teacher Observation
- Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
- Time Management
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Presbyterian Christian School
08.2020 - Current
Elementary Teacher
Oak Grove Upper Elementary, Lamar County Schools
07.2016 - 07.2020
Elementary Teacher
Columbia Elementary School, Columbia Schools
07.2014 - 06.2016
Master of Arts - Art Of Teaching In Alternate Route
William Carey University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Marketing
University of Southern Mississippi
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