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Katie Rago

Wilmington,MA

Summary

Skilled Elementary Teacher with a background in improving student performance. Focused on working with students, parents, colleagues and administrators alike to teach and motivate students.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Supervisor

Boston University
Boston, MA
01.2020 - Current

The Program Supervisor is a key link between the Teacher candidate, Supervising Practitioner and Boston University. As a partner with all, the PS provides feedback and evaluation to support the beginning professional development of TCs.

Title 1 Math Coordinator

North Reading Board of Education
North Reading, MA
11.2013 - 06.2020
  • Collaborated with teachers to service students who qualified for funding under the Title 1 Grant from the state.

Grade 3 Teacher

North Reading Board of Education
North Reading, MA
8 2002 - 3 2004
  • Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
  • Created and taught engaging math lessons and activities.
  • Cooperated with parents to support students' learning and healthy development in school and at home.
  • Created a classroom environment in which children could learn respect for themselves and others.

Grade 1 Teacher

North Reading Board of Education
North Reading, MA
09.1999 - 07.2002
  • Instructed students individually and in groups.
  • Developed and implemented reading based program to support current curriculum

Grade 3 Teacher

East Lyme Board of Education
East Lyme, CT
07.1998 - 06.1999
  • Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
  • Took part in professional organizations and continuing education courses.
  • Worked with other teachers and administrators to evaluate and revise elementary school programs.

Kindergarten Teacher-looped to First Grade Teacher

East Lyme Board of Education
East Lyme, CT
07.1996 - 07.1998
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Met regularly with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress.
  • Observed and evaluated students' performance, behavior, social development and physical health.
  • Planned and implemented creative lessons in accordance with district, county, state and federal guidelines.

Title 1 Reading Tutor

East Lyme Board of Education
East Lyme, CT
08.1995 - 06.1996
  • Developed and instructed students individually and in groups.

Education

High School Diploma - undefined

East Lyme High School
East Lyme, CT
1990

Bachelor of Science - Psychology/Elementary Education

Assumption College
Worcester, MA
1994

Master of Science - Elementary Education

Eastern Connecticut State University
Willimantic CT
1999

Skills

  • Massachusetts Teaching Certificate with Elementary Education endorsement
  • Connecticut Teaching Certificate with Elementary Education endorsement
  • Strong written and verbal communicator
  • Kind and empathetic educator
  • Positive and encouraging
  • Instructional best practices
  • Purposeful lesson planning
  • Self-motivated

Additional Information

Mentor for new teachers 2000-2002
Union Representative 2002-2003

Timeline

Program Supervisor

Boston University
01.2020 - Current

Title 1 Math Coordinator

North Reading Board of Education
11.2013 - 06.2020

Grade 1 Teacher

North Reading Board of Education
09.1999 - 07.2002

Grade 3 Teacher

East Lyme Board of Education
07.1998 - 06.1999

Kindergarten Teacher-looped to First Grade Teacher

East Lyme Board of Education
07.1996 - 07.1998

Title 1 Reading Tutor

East Lyme Board of Education
08.1995 - 06.1996

Grade 3 Teacher

North Reading Board of Education
8 2002 - 3 2004

High School Diploma - undefined

East Lyme High School

Bachelor of Science - Psychology/Elementary Education

Assumption College

Master of Science - Elementary Education

Eastern Connecticut State University