Katybeth Jones
New Carlisle,OH
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with organizational, collaborative, and effective communication skills. Exceptional enthusiasm for relationships, problem solving, and high achievement. Motivator and positive influence of 21 century literacy skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Specialist
Piqua City Schools
07.2015 - Current
- Proctored assessments, analyzed data trends to identify students in need, and informed instructional decision-making processes related to customized reading instruction.
- Implemented research-based instructional practices to improve overall reading proficiency among students.
- Evaluated student progress through regular progress monitoring to evaluate effectiveness of reading interventions and made data-informed adjustments as needed to optimize student growth.
- Contributed to the development of school-wide literacy initiatives aimed to improve student achievement.
- Cultivated a supportive learning environment that encouraged students to take risks and develop confidence in 21st century literacy skills.
- Monitored and evaluated effectiveness of reading interventions, making data-informed adjustments as needed.
- Established positive and productive relationships with families and colleagues to improve and support literacy development efforts.
First Grade Teacher
Piqua City Schools
07.2012 - 07.2015
- Differentiated instruction to engage diverse learners, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, and modified instruction accordingly.
- Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child's academic and social-emotional development.
- Developed students' critical thinking skills through inquiry-based learning activities and active engagement.
- Implemented positive behavior support strategies, promoting a respectful and inclusive classroom culture.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that connected subjects such as literacy, math, science, and social studies.
Education
Master of Arts - Literacy
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN09.2024
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Dayton
Dayton, OH 05.2012
Skills
Soft Skills: communication and active listening, classroom management, organization, lesson planning, leadership, critical thinking and problem-solving, collaboration and teamwork, empathy and relationship building
Tools and Software Proficiency: Gmail, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides, and Google Forms, Data Map, Branching Minds, Planbook, and Progress Book
Teaching Skills: assessment administration, data collection and analysis, lessons and intervention planning, explicit instruction, differentiation, and progress monitoring
Timeline
Reading Specialist
Piqua City Schools
07.2015 - Current
First Grade Teacher
Piqua City Schools
07.2012 - 07.2015
Master of Arts - Literacy
American College of Education
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
University of Dayton
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