Katie Sorrells
Seagraves,TX
Summary
Engaging teacher committed to preparing young students for elementary learning. I have a strong foundation in early childhood education. Skilled in creating engaging learning environments, fostering child development, and employing effective classroom management techniques. Focuses on team collaboration and adaptable to changing needs, ensuring reliability and positive outcomes. Offering compassionate and patient demeanor, ideal for nurturing young minds in educational setting, and eager to learn and grow in this role.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
1st Grade and Kindergarten Teacher
Seagraves ISD
08.2021 - Current
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
- Boosted early literacy skills by implementing interactive reading activities.
- Taught fundamental math concepts, helping students develop basic numeracy skills.
1st Grade Teacher
Slaton ISD
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating engaging phonics activities and guided reading sessions.
- Implemented positive behavior support strategies, promoting a respectful and inclusive classroom culture.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Lubbock Christian University
Lubbock, TX12-2020
High School Diploma -
Sanford-Fritch ISD
Fritch, TX05-2013
Skills
- Classroom management
- Parental communication
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Student engagement and development
- Growth mindset
- Differentiated instruction
- Student-centered learning
- Empathy and patience
- Flexible and adaptive
- Social-emotional learning
Timeline
1st Grade and Kindergarten Teacher
Seagraves ISD
08.2021 - Current
1st Grade Teacher
Slaton ISD
01.2021 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Lubbock Christian University
High School Diploma -
Sanford-Fritch ISD
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