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Katherine Turner Martinez

LITTLETON

Summary

I am an experienced educator with a passion for teaching, having worked at the same school for 28 years before retiring. I take pride in fostering student engagement and building strong relationships. Skilled in classroom management and a dedicated mentor, I effectively differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

Briarcliff Elementary School
08.1995 - 01.2023
  • Provided a safe learning environment while teaching core subjects in 5th grade (2021-2023 and 2007-2010), 4th grade (2018-2021), 1st grade (2010-2018), and 3rd grade (1995-2007).
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Led activities outside the classroom including Ambassador's Club, Garden Club, International Night, and Literacy Night.
  • Served as PTA Vice President.
  • Planned and collaborated with other grade level teachers, instructional coaches, and specialist teachers.
  • Served as grade chair and a Leadership Team member.
  • Served as the cooperating teacher for pre-service teachers from Meredith College, NC State University, and Methodist University.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs.
  • Planned and co-taught with the special education teacher using the inclusion model.
  • Implemented district research-based curriculum practices to enhance student learning.
  • Administered formative and summative district and state assessments (NCDPI Check Ins for Reading, Math, and Science and NCDPI End of Grade for Reading, Math, and Science)
  • Analyzed student assessment data to drive planning and instruction to improve student achievement.
  • Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
  • Used different technology platforms to deliver appropriate instruction in the classroom and during remote learning instruction.
  • Used a variety of assessment tools (mCLass, NKT, STAR Math) to inform instruction.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering a more inclusive classroom.

Teacher

Baucom Elementary School
01.1995 - 06.1995
  • Provided a safe learning environment while teaching core subjects in a 2nd grade classroom.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior.
  • Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Child Development

Meredith College
Raleigh, NC

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Motivating students
  • Student engagement
  • Behavior management
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Positive role model and mentor

Certification

  • State of North Carolina Professional Educator's License - Elementary Education (Grades K-6)

Timeline

Teacher

Briarcliff Elementary School
08.1995 - 01.2023

Teacher

Baucom Elementary School
01.1995 - 06.1995

Bachelor of Science - Child Development

Meredith College

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