Katrina Damaschun
Fairview,TN
Summary
Dynamic educator from Fairview Elementary School, excelling in fostering a safe, positive learning environment and enhancing student motivation through project-based learning. Leveraged scientific inquiry and collaborative learning to significantly improve academic growth. Skilled in parent-teacher communication and instructional strategies, consistently driving student success and engagement. TCAP scores show almost all students showed growth. I am very involved with the school community and am "all in" for my students.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Fairview Elementary School
02.2021 - Current
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Improved student comprehension by employing diverse teaching strategies tailored to individual learning styles.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Established a positive classroom environment that fostered respect, collaboration, and a love for learning among students.
- Actively participated in grade-level meetings and collaborated with fellow educators on school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall academic performance.
- Increased student motivation and participation through the use of innovative classroom activities and projects.
- Assessed student progress regularly, providing timely feedback and appropriate interventions for academic growth.
1st and 3rd Grade Teacher
Stuart Burns Elementary
07.2016 - 01.2021
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Organized field trips that aligned with curriculum objectives, providing students with memorable learning experiences beyond the traditional school environment.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN05.2007
Skills
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Scientific inquiry
- Collaborative learning
- Instructional Strategies
- Student Motivation
- Project-based learning
- Formative Assessments
- Feedback implementation
- Math Content Knowledge
- Science Content Knowledge
Timeline
5th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Fairview Elementary School
02.2021 - Current
1st and 3rd Grade Teacher
Stuart Burns Elementary
07.2016 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Education
Middle Tennessee State University
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