Kathryn Wallop
Boca Raton, FL *****
*********@******.***
Creative and intuitive creative writer with 15+ years of actionable experience. Ready to take on new challenges as a Creative Content Writer. Combines creative writing skills with education acumen to produce solid content. Utilizes excellent interpersonal communication skills to guarantee positive results from each conversation. Holds dual master’s degrees, a Master of Fine Arts in Creative
Writing and a Master of Arts in English.
Work Experience
Freelance Tutor/Writer/Editor
Freelance Inc. - Boca Raton, FL
August 2020 to Present
· Interface directly with struggling students to tutor them in multiple areas including reading comprehension and essay writing helping students improve college acceptance rates by 75%
· Take on assignments from writers to act as freelance editor editing papers, dissertations and creative manuscripts helping clients increase their chances of success in terms of submission by 80% or greater
· Use strong business development expertise in concert with solid customer service skills to create a positive experience for clients increasing client portfolio by 50% with 40% through customer referrals
· Engage in networking activities through events and partnerships as well as referrals from current satisfied clients helping increase total annual revenues by 40 k year over year from start
· Utilize excellent interpersonal communication skills in interactions with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders at all levels to create a welcoming and inclusive experience for everyone involved English Teacher
American Heritage School - Delray Beach, FL
August 2018 to May 2020
· Taught Honors English 10 and English 11 College Preparatory classes to students taking ownership of curriculum development and instruction helping maintain average student performances of 85% or better
· Tutored struggling students in grades 6-12 in multiple subjects including English and academic writing using a collaborative and intuitive method helping increase average GPAs by 25% or greater as a result
· During tenure also served in Speech and Debate instructing debate team in multiple methods and rhetorical strategies traveling to competitions on both coasts and winning awards in several categories Advanced Placement (AP) English Teacher
Boca Raton Community High School - Boca Raton, FL
August 2017 to May 2018
· Took ownership of Advanced Placement Language and Composition classes including curriculum development and classroom instruction for students with a total class load of 190 individual students
· Employed active listening, empathy, and positive instruction techniques to reach students at a deep and personal level helping them engage with the material and improving overall performance by 30%
· Interacted with students, parents, faculty, and administration officials in a professional and positive manner helping cultivate and contribute to an atmosphere built on teamwork, positivity, and respect Interdisciplinary English Mentor
Pathways Innovation Center/Roosevelt High School - Casper, WY August 2016 to May 2017
· Served as English mentor and teacher with focus on Creative & Visual Arts, Veterinary Science, and Culinary Arts in a professional and competent manner earning evaluation scores of 95% or better
· Partnered with curriculum specialists and administration to craft learning strategies based on a project- based and integrated curriculum encompassing multiple disciplines and offerings for students
· Helped students master required curriculum by providing real-life opportunities for success for formerly disengaged students helping bring them back into the fold and improve student engagement by 65% English Teacher for At-Risk Students
Roosevelt High School - Casper, WY
August 2013 to May 2016
· Taught Strategic Reading and Writing, Behavioral Modification, and Creative Writing within a highly structured environment for students with challenges improving average performance by 50%
· Interacted with students facing significant emotional or education challenges including addiction and abuse using empathy, active listening, and intuitive strategies increasing student engagement by 60%
· Led extracurricular activities in addition to teaching duties by acting as Fitness and Yoga teacher working with administration and physical education resources to craft an engaging program
English and Broadcast Journalism Teacher Grades 9-12 Cody High School
August 2000 to August 2013
I directed and produced plays, workshops, acting and audition classes, and coached state competitions. In this role, I created press releases, was interviewed and or facilitated student interviews, oversaw filming, all advertising campaigns and feature stories. English 10-12 Teacher/Theater Director/Teacher Trainer Sheridan High School
Education
American Institute of Writers & Artists
2021
Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing
Pacific Lutheran University
Master of Arts in English
University of Wyoming
Bachelor of Arts in English
Dartmouth College
Skills
• Teaching
• Curriculum Development
• Public Speaking
• Business Development
• Problem-Solving
• Customer Service
• Team Building
• Writing
• Editing
• Copywriting
• Public Relations
• Blogging
• Tutoring
• Social Media Management
• Presentation
• Marketing/Branding
• Content Creation
• Organization
• Project Management
• Time
Management
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Sense of Urgency
Search Engine Optimization
• Microsoft Office
• Google Analytics
• Google AdWords
• Google Docs
• WordPress
• Research
• Keyword research
• Content management systems
• Hospitality
• B2B marketing
• AP style
• Copy editing
• Content strategy
• E-commerce
• Typing
• Management
• Photography
• Time management
• Management
• Proofreading
• Photography
• Content marketing
• Linguistics
• Analysis skills
• Leadership
• Email marketing
• Conversion optimization
• Digital marketing
• Fact checking
• Content management
• Press releases
• Telecommunication
• Search engines
• Sales
• Media relations
• Creative Writing
• Yoga
• Events Management
• Content Development
• Video Production
• Account management
• Proposal writing
• Mobile applications
• HTML5
• SEO tools
• Presentation skills
• Supervising experience
• Writing skills
• SEO
• English
• UX
• Communication skills
• Journalism
• Data collection
• Facebook Advertising
• Social media marketing
• Google Ads
• Computer skills
Certifications and Licenses
Teaching Certification