Katye Secrist
Prairieville,LA
Summary
Dedicated educator with expertise in developing and implementing effective lesson plans tailored to meet diverse student needs. Proficient in assessing student progress and utilizing data to enhance learning outcomes. Committed to fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes academic growth and moral development.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Dean of Students
St. George Academy, Charter Schools USA
Baton Rouge, LA
03.2026 - Current
- Maintain confidential student and personnel records while ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements
- Coordinated schedules, meetings, testing logistics, and school-wide operations to ensure smooth academic functioning.
- Communicate professionally with families, staff, and community stakeholders.
- Conduct meetings, document findings, and prepare detailed reports.
- Analyze data and maintain accurate documentation to support decision-making and compliance.
- Coordinated exam schedules and logistics for campus-wide assessments.
- Organized training sessions and workshops for new staff onboarding.
- Managed day-to-day operations of the department including scheduling tasks and assigning duties.
- Conducted training sessions for teachers on new educational strategies to enhance instructional practices.
Math Subject Expert Teacher- 1st Grade
BASIS Charter School
Baton Rouge, LA
08.2020 - 03.2026
- Maintained academic records for over 150 students, ensuring accurate documentation for assessments and progress tracking.
- Prepared accurate reports, correspondence, and data summaries to support informed decision-making.
- Managed deadlines and priorities effectively in fast-paced environment, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Led Summer School as Principal in 2024 and 2025, managing operations, scheduling, and communication.
3rd grade Math and Science teacher
Ascension Parish Schools
Geismar, LA
08.2016 - 05.2020
- Secured 2016 Ascension Fund grant to support educational initiatives
- Contributed to instructional leadership team to improve curriculum development
- Advocated for grade level needs at faculty meetings to enhance collaboration
1st Grade Teacher
Ascension Parish Schools
Geismar, LA
08.2012 - 05.2016
- 2015-2016 Teacher of the Year
- 2013 Ascension Fund Grant recipient
- Led instructional leadership team to develop effective teaching strategies, improving student engagement
- Facilitated professional learning community discussions to exchange best practices, fostering a collaborative teaching environment
- Contributed to DIBELS assessment team to monitor and support student reading progress, ensuring targeted interventions
2nd Grade Teacher
Parkview Baptist School
Geismar, LA
08.2009 - 05.2012
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles.
- Implemented hands-on activities to enhance student understanding.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment through effective communication.
- Collaborated with parents to support student academic growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Louisiana Tech University
Ruston, LA01-2006
Skills
- Compliance Management
- Data Analysis
- Academic Programming
- Curriculum design
- Strategic Leadership
- Classroom management
- Staff training
- Behavior management
- Professional communication
- Team collaboration
- Confidentiality
- Data analysis
Timeline
Dean of Students
St. George Academy, Charter Schools USA
03.2026 - Current
Math Subject Expert Teacher- 1st Grade
BASIS Charter School
08.2020 - 03.2026
3rd grade Math and Science teacher
Ascension Parish Schools
08.2016 - 05.2020
1st Grade Teacher
Ascension Parish Schools
08.2012 - 05.2016
2nd Grade Teacher
Parkview Baptist School
08.2009 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Louisiana Tech University