Kathryn Mason
Scottsdale
Summary
Professional educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
South Pointe Elementary
07.2021 - Current
- Became Mentor Teacher and Lead Teacher-2024/2025
- Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- 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 and a variety of other activities.
Developmental Disabilities Caretaker
Arion Care Soultions
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Providing personal care and supports individuals with disabilities
- Assisting with daily tasks and activities
- Assisting with personal care
- Teaching, supporting, and documenting data on individuals goals
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Developed strong relationships with residents and families, fostering trust and open communication.
Bartender/Server
1951 West
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Enhanced overall guest experience by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues professionally.
Paraprofessional
Hillcrest Elementary School
12.2019 - 06.2020
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Assisted teachers with providing resources for class activities
Child Development Specialist
YMCA Child Development Center of Eau Claire
09.2017 - 08.2019
- Provide a safe environment for students to learn and be active
- Plan and incorporate the weekly virtues into lessons
- Keep children on task and help with difficult behaviors
Volunteer
Boys and Girls Club of Eau Claire
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Help the programs and activities offered to the kids run smoothly
- Interact with members and motivate them to be involved with the activities
- Give the members the attention and support they need
Youth Development Specialist
Boys and Girls Club of Eau Claire
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Keep children on task and help with difficult behaviors
- Plan creative and consistent programming and activities
- Build relationships with the students by creating a welcoming and safe environment
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/Special Education
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI12-2019
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Positive role model and mentor
- Lesson planning
- Behavior management
- Special needs students
- Elementary education
- Special education
- Serving diverse communities
Certification
- Special Education Certification - Wisconsin Department of Education
- Certified in Learning Disabilities and Intellectual Disabilities
- Elementary Education Certificate - Wisconsin Department of Education
- CPR/AED Certification
Awards
- South Pointe Elementary PBIS Award-2022
- The Leona Difference Award- 2023
Leadership Roles
Mentor Teacher/Lead Teacher
- Provide guidance and support to teachers, and paraprofessionals
- Demonstrate effective teaching strategies and classroom management techniques
Native American/Indigenous People Showcase Lead
- Plan events and layout of the program
Haunted House Lead
- Plan setup, tasks, and jobs for each person involved
Turkey Trot Lead
- Design and create ideas
- Plan events and layout of the program
Winter Wonderland Lead
- Plan setup, tasks, and jobs for each person involved
Black History Month Showcase Lead
- Plan events and layout of the program
Student of the Month Breakfast Lead
- Prepare and setup event
Timeline
Developmental Disabilities Caretaker
Arion Care Soultions
10.2022 - 10.2023
Teacher
South Pointe Elementary
07.2021 - Current
Bartender/Server
1951 West
06.2020 - 06.2021
Paraprofessional
Hillcrest Elementary School
12.2019 - 06.2020
Child Development Specialist
YMCA Child Development Center of Eau Claire
09.2017 - 08.2019
Volunteer
Boys and Girls Club of Eau Claire
09.2017 - 12.2017
Youth Development Specialist
Boys and Girls Club of Eau Claire
06.2017 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/Special Education
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
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