Kathryn Santoski

2421 Sunset Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22903 Kathryn.santoski91@gmail.com c. (434) 566-9418

EDUCATION University of Virginia. Charlottesville, VA.

Masters of Teaching, Elementary Education (K-6 certified). GPA: 4.0 B.A., Religious Studies. Overall GPA: 3.2 University of Virginia. Curry in Cambridge- Cambridge, UK

Degree Expected: May 2014

Fall 2013

TEACHING EXPERIENCE Waterbeach Primary School- Cambridge, UK (October- December 2013)

FIRST GRADE TEACHING ASSOCIATE Taught word study and adapted appropriate phonic materials weekly based on student need and evaluation Conducted whole and small group math, literacy, science, and social studies instruction Created long term literacy program based on poetry unit with interactive activities, outdoor explorations and artistic expression Differentiated instruction for each subject area to best support and challenge individual students and implemented effective classroom management techniques to encourage a positive classroom environment and encourage student achievement Constructed multicultural lessons for students to identify their roles as global citizens Interacted with parents by attending parent-teacher conferences and one on one sessions to discuss student growth

Venable Elementary School Charlottesville, VA (August - October 2013)

FOURTH GRADE TEACHING ASSOCIATE Lead small and whole group instruction utilizing Guided Reading, Word Study, and Being a Writer to develop literacy, phonics and writing skills Conducted morning meetings and managed behavior through the Responsive Classroom model to nurture healthy studentteacher relationships Conducted small and whole group math instruction incorporating usage of manipulatives and hands-on activities Performed numerous organizational tasks: updated student profiles, maintained student records, and collaborated with lead teacher about academic growth. Cultivated solid home-school connection for students by corresponding with parents regarding current learning targets and upcoming units Incorporated technology into the classroom by using Smart Technology, updating the class website, and using Google Documents to easily share plans with co-workers Took over 80% of the classroom responsibilities for the last week of the placement

Greer Elementary School- Charlottesville, VA (Spring 2013)

FIRST GRADE STUDENT TEACHER Collaborated with clinical instructor and Teaching Assistant for 16 weeks in a classroom of 25 students with diverse socioeconomic backgrounds and multiple learning needs such as SPED and gifted Assumed instructional responsibilities weekly including small and whole group lesson planning, ongoing assessment and management

RELATED EXPERIENCE University Montessori School- Charlottesville, VA. Summers, May 2011- present.
TEACHER/ SUMMER COUNSELOR Craft, plan and implement 9 week enrichment courses based on varying themes such as science, art, world studies and music Innovate lessons to challenge young students through collaborative and independent tasks Encourage problem solving and conflict resolution using the Montessori framework

University of Virginia- Charlottesville, VA. August 2011-May 2012.

RESIDENT ADVISOR Planned events to encourage building community, creating a sense of trust and safety, and educating students about current political, social and community issues Advised twenty-two freshman girls in acclimating to campus life and navigating university resources and career paths

ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND RELEVANT INTERESTS

Professional Certifications: CPR, First Aid Interests: Running, community service, student leadership, the opportunity to advise or coach extracurricular activities