Kara Strom
Cleves
Summary
Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse learners in all subjects. Keep classroom organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Able to successfully teach individual students, small groups and an entire classroom. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with a warm and safe educational environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intervention Assistant
Northwest Local School District
05.2024 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with both staff and parents, fostering a supportive environment conducive to student success.
- Enhanced student outcomes by implementing targeted intervention strategies.
- Provided targeted tutoring in core subject areas such as math, reading, and writing.
- Collaborated with teachers to create individualized plans for struggling students.
Fourth Grade General Education Teacher
Northwest Local School District
08.2021 - 05.2024
- Enhanced student understanding by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques tailored to individual learning styles
- Implemented data-driven instructional strategies to address diverse student needs and close achievement gaps
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by fostering strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
- Increased student collaboration by incorporating cooperative learning activities into lesson plans
Fourth Grade General Education Teacher
Archdiocese Of Cincinnati St. Clement Elementary
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Enhanced student learning by optimizing wide range of instructional approaches and engaging classroom activities
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement
Physical Education/Health Education Teacher
Archdiocese Of Cincinnati St. Clement Elementary
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Provided creative and structured activities for children, grades Kindergarten to8th Grade
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports and safety
- Conveyed variety of lessons including mental/emotional, nutritional and physical health
First Grade General Education Teacher
Archdiocese Of Cincinnati St. Clement Elementary
08.2013 - 08.2016
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening
- Implemented positive classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement
- Provided differentiated instruction to improve math skills and needs of all students
Title1 Math Tutor
Northwest Local School District
08.2012 - 08.2013
- Taught struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce math learning concepts
- Partnered with classroom teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals and objectives
- Supported classroom teachers with test administration, curriculum development and assignment grading
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH05.2011
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Academic Teaming
- SIOP Lesson Planning
- Positive Reinforcement
- Positive Learning Environment
- Group and individual instruction
Certification
- Ohio5 Year Professional Early Childhood (P-3) License
- Early Childhood Generalist Endorsement (4-5)
Timeline
Intervention Assistant
Northwest Local School District
05.2024 - Current
Fourth Grade General Education Teacher
Northwest Local School District
08.2021 - 05.2024
Fourth Grade General Education Teacher
Archdiocese Of Cincinnati St. Clement Elementary
08.2018 - 06.2021
Physical Education/Health Education Teacher
Archdiocese Of Cincinnati St. Clement Elementary
08.2016 - 08.2018
First Grade General Education Teacher
Archdiocese Of Cincinnati St. Clement Elementary
08.2013 - 08.2016
Title1 Math Tutor
Northwest Local School District
08.2012 - 08.2013
- Ohio5 Year Professional Early Childhood (P-3) License
- Early Childhood Generalist Endorsement (4-5)
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Cincinnati
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