Katlynn Baalke
Grand Junction,CO
Summary
Dynamic teacher with expertise in classroom management, curriculum implentation and differentiated instruction, fostering student engagement and collaboration. Proven ability to create positive learning environments that drive academic success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Oak Grove School District
San Jose, CA
02.2020 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to meet diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum effectiveness and student learning outcomes.
- Utilized assessment tools to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on best practices and classroom management strategies.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify trends and inform instructional adjustments for improved results.
- Advocated for student needs by communicating with parents, administrators, and support staff effectively.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
- Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Oak Grove School District
San Jose, CA
08.2018 - 02.2020
- Implemented lesson plans to facilitate learning across diverse K-12 classrooms.
- Adapted instructional materials for students with varying abilities and needs.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain a conducive learning environment.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
Private Nanny
Marathe Family
Los Altos, CA
08.2013 - 02.2020
- Created engaging educational activities to promote cognitive and social development.
- Monitored daily routines to ensure safety, health, and well-being of children.
- Coordinated schedules to balance educational, recreational, and rest activities efficiently.
- Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education: Curriculum And Instruction
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA12-2019
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Classroom instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Curriculum implementation
- Student assessment
- Technology integration
- Social-emotional learning training
Certification
SEAL Trained and Certified
Google Educator Certification
UDL Certification Level 2
ELAM (English Learner Authorization)
Exemplary Staff and Communication Awards
Exemplary Staff award received in 2023
Communication award received in 2022
Timeline
Teacher
Oak Grove School District
02.2020 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Oak Grove School District
08.2018 - 02.2020
Private Nanny
Marathe Family
08.2013 - 02.2020
Master of Science - Elementary Education: Curriculum And Instruction
San Jose State University