Katrina Stevens
Forreston,IL
Summary
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social, and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing, and positive learning environments to boost learning. Friendly, supportive and motivated with strong desire to promote student potential.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teaching- Kindergarten
Kingston Elementary School
01.2024 - Current
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular connections, reinforcing key concepts across subject areas.
- Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
- Utilized varied teaching techniques for different learning styles, ensuring all students had access to course material.
Daycare Student Teacher- Preschool
Northern Illinois University
08.2021 - 01.2024
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Student Clinical Teacher- 1st Grade
Kingston Elementary School
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Distributed course syllabus and communicated course standards and learning objectives to students.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them toward improvement while building their confidence in their abilities.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
Babysitter
05.2014 - 08.2017
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Offered emotional support by actively listening to children''s concerns and responding empathetically while fostering their problem-solving abilities.
- Created a fun and educational atmosphere by incorporating age-appropriate games and activities that promoted learning while keeping children entertained.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL05.2024
Associate of Arts -
Highland Community College
Freeport, IL08.2021
- Early Childhood Education
Whiteside Area Career Center
Sterling, IL05.2019
High School Diploma -
Forreston High School
Forreston, IL05.2019
Skills
- Trained in CPR and AED
- Completion of Mandated Reporters training
- Completion of SIDS training
- Gateways Level 1 Certified
- Adaptability and Dependability
- Positive Attitude
Honors Awards
- A Honor Roll (2022-Present)
- Offered into National Honors Society at NIU (2022)
- NIU Deans List (2022-2023)
Volunteer Experience
- Kiddie Kampus Preschool (August 2017-May 2018)
- Interning at 2nd Grade classroom (August 2018-May 2019)
- Interning at 1st Grade classroom (August 2019-December 2019)
References
Jennifer Gohring
Preschool Teacher at NIU Child Development and Family Center
(708) 705-3599
Carolyn Bollech
Kindergarten Teacher at Kingston Elementary School
(815) 222-9947
Sandy Uecker
Former 1st Grade Teacher, now Principal at Kingston Elementary School
(847) 815-5962
Timeline
Student Teaching- Kindergarten
Kingston Elementary School
01.2024 - Current
Student Clinical Teacher- 1st Grade
Kingston Elementary School
08.2023 - 12.2023
Daycare Student Teacher- Preschool
Northern Illinois University
08.2021 - 01.2024
Babysitter
05.2014 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Northern Illinois University
Associate of Arts -
Highland Community College
- Early Childhood Education
Whiteside Area Career Center
High School Diploma -
Forreston High School
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