Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curricula covering a wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social, and learning skills.
Hi, I’m
Katrina Stevenson
Teacher
Chicago,IL
Summary
Overview
14
years of professional experience
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Carole Robertson CenterChicago, IL
Master Associate Teacher
06.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligning with curriculum standards.
- Fostered positive classroom environment promoting student collaboration and respect.
- Assessed student progress using formative assessments to tailor instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with parents to communicate student needs and academic goals effectively.
Big Momma T Bird and The Little Munchkins LLCChicago, IL
President
02.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Managed tenant relations, ensuring timely communication and addressing concerns promptly.
- Conducted routine inspections, identifying potential issues and facilitating preventative measures.
- Streamlined tenant screening processes, improving selection criteria for quality applicants.
- Oversaw property maintenance schedules, coordinating repairs to enhance living conditions.
- Implemented lease agreements, ensuring compliance with local regulations and policies.
United States Postal Service, USPSNorth Aurora, IL
Sales, Service and Distribution Associate
08.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Prioritized and rearranged tasks to meet changing demands.
- Inspected merchandise for damage and discrepancies with documentation.
- Received loads, checked merchandise and tagged with warehouse IDs.
- Prepared boxes, pallets and crates for outgoing shipments.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Processed product returns and assisted customers with other selections.
- Achieved perfect attendance and on-time record.
- Loaded and unloaded merchandise using ladder and pallet jack.
- Prepared large cash deposits with zero discrepancies.
Kankakee School DistrictKankakee, IL
Substitute Teacher
08.2018 - 04.2020
Job overview
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Developed rules and set goals to maintain order in classroom.
- Assigned, explained and graded homework.
- Administered and graded tests and quizzes and reported performance to primary teacher.
United States Army National GuardGary, IN
Chemical, Biological, and Radiological Specialist
08.2012 - 12.2017
Job overview
- Safely used various machinery and forklifts during chemical drumming operations.
- Followed all waste handling guidelines to minimize waste generation.
- Followed safety processes and protocols while moving hazardous chemicals and operating heavy machinery to avoid and accidents.
- Used various software to enter data into batch ticketing system and checked information for accuracy.
- Operated chemical processing equipment successfully while adhering to company standards.
- Provided general and preventive maintenance on gas, equipment and chemical manufacturing equipment.
Education
National Louis UniversityChicago, IL
Master of Arts from Early Childhood Education
08.2019 - 04.2025
University Overview
Olivet Nazarene UniversityBourbonnais, IL
Master of Science from Family And Consumer Sciences
05.2018
University Overview
Skills
- Sales and Promotions
- Product Demonstrations
- Product Knowledge
- Meeting Sales Goals
Timeline
Master Associate Teacher
Carole Robertson Center
06.2025 - Current
President
Big Momma T Bird and The Little Munchkins LLC
02.2023 - Current
Sales, Service and Distribution Associate
United States Postal Service, USPS
08.2020 - Current
National Louis University
Master of Arts from Early Childhood Education
08.2019 - 04.2025
Substitute Teacher
Kankakee School District
08.2018 - 04.2020
Chemical, Biological, and Radiological Specialist
United States Army National Guard
08.2012 - 12.2017
Olivet Nazarene University
Master of Science from Family And Consumer Sciences