ALICIA CATHERMAN
Hagerstown
Summary
Passionate teacher devoted to promoting student learning and strengthening individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Equipped with an extensive background in versatile education environments. Dedicated relationship-builder with an analytical mindset and good decision-making skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Children's Ministry
First Christian Church
07.2023 - Current
- Created and maintained safe and nurturing environment for children.
- Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
- Trained and supervised religious education instructional staff.
- Sourced, modified and prepared class curricula and targeted lesson plans based on subject matter requirements.
- Directed infant, preschool, and elementary student services to provide comprehensive family support.
Stylist
Stitch Fix
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Built strong and lasting rapport with clients through consistent delivery of requested services and exceptional results.
- Led entire client shopping experience, putting together ensembles, and providing styling tips that were personalized.
5th Grade Elementary Teacher
Eastern Elementary School
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, evaluated, corrected, and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge, and set realistic goals.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians, and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Mentored after-school students in math skills that needed additional support
- Taught during COVID with technology and online supports
7th Grade Mathematics Teacher
Northern Middle School
12.2014 - 02.2018
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Attended teacher conferences and workshops to stay abreast of new developments in math education.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs and learning disabilities.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for a complete support network.
- 2017 Grade 7 Digital Task Resource Training and Essential Curriculum Module Additions Workshop
- February 2017 Middle School Math Digital Resource Selection Committee (worked on a select team to research and select a digital textbook to be used by the math department in WCPS for 5 years)
- January 2017 Facilitator of DESMOS for Math Supervisor Led PD
- Fall 2016 -17 Middle School Math Essential Curriculum Task Force for Struggling Learners
- July 2016 Middle School Math Unit 1 Collaborative Planning
- June 2016 Grade 7 Math Essential Curriculum Writing
- 12/2015 Poverty in Schools Book Study
- Summer 2015 MSDE: Middle School Ratios & Proportional Relationships (grades 6-8 teachers)
- 2016 and 2017 Co-Math Counts Coach
- AVID teacher for 7th Grade 2014-2016
- Fall 2014 Special Education: Principles and Practices in Washington County (MSDE 3477)
Special Education Math Intervention Teacher
Northern Middle School
08.2014 - 12.2014
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Title I Intervention Teacher
Eastern Elementary School
03.2014 - 06.2014
- Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives and discuss strategies.
- Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
- Taught math and reading to individuals and small groups.
Adult Basic Education GED Instructor
Hagerstown Community College
07.2013 - 03.2014
- Prepared students for tests by teaching relevant concepts and enforcing good test-taking skills.
- Managed small and large groups of students for classroom and off-site instruction.
- 9/27/2013 2014 GED test overview (2 hours
- 8/20/2013 Integrating Career Awareness in the ABE & ESOL Classroom Curriculum (5 hours)
Summer Camp Counselor
Antietam Recreation
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Instructed groups of children safely in horseback riding and swimming skills
- Worked with children of varying ages, interests, skills, and developmental levels.
- Communicated with families to keep parents informed on their child's camp experience and address any concerns or issues.
- CPR-certified (exp. 2017)and Lifeguard certified (exp. 2014)
Developmental Mathematics 100 Instructor
Frostburg State University
08.2008 - 12.2009
- Organized, prepared, and revised Developmental Mathematics course material and applied technological options for online and course-related software.
- Collaborated with department head to create dynamic, ongoing curriculum development, and instruction improvement program.
- Evaluated students' progress in attaining educational goals and objectives.
- Frequently met with students, staff members, and other educators to discuss students' instructional programs.
- Used current technology to enhance educational effectiveness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Frostburg State University
Frostburg, MD05.2010
Associate of Science - Education
Hagerstown Community College
Hagerstown, MD05.2007
High School Diploma -
Smithsburg High School
Smithsburg, MD06.2005
Skills
- Multitasking
- Organizational Skills
- Collaborating
- Communication
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Computer literacy
- Instructional Techniques
- Time Management
Certification
SPC II (Standard Professional I), Grades 1-6 (Valid 7/1/2019 to 6/30/2024)
Endorsement/Certification Areas: Elementary Education (Grades 1 through 6) and Middle School Mathematics (Grades 4 through 9)
Timeline
Director of Children's Ministry
First Christian Church
07.2023 - Current
Stylist
Stitch Fix
06.2022 - 07.2023
5th Grade Elementary Teacher
Eastern Elementary School
08.2019 - 08.2020
7th Grade Mathematics Teacher
Northern Middle School
12.2014 - 02.2018
Special Education Math Intervention Teacher
Northern Middle School
08.2014 - 12.2014
Title I Intervention Teacher
Eastern Elementary School
03.2014 - 06.2014
Adult Basic Education GED Instructor
Hagerstown Community College
07.2013 - 03.2014
Developmental Mathematics 100 Instructor
Frostburg State University
08.2008 - 12.2009
Summer Camp Counselor
Antietam Recreation
01.2008 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Frostburg State University
Associate of Science - Education
Hagerstown Community College
High School Diploma -
Smithsburg High School
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