Katharine LaChance
Taylor, Texas *****
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Professional Summary
Practiced leader and former educator with 13 years experience in education and business looking to transition into Human Resources. Extensive experience teaching both online and in person, with various manager level positions throughout career. Focused on maximizing human potential through problem- solving strategies and skilled at navigating fast-paced changes and challenging situations. Master’s in Industrial/Organizational Psychology as well as a background in criminal justice. Specialist in working with and developing special populations.
Skills
Blended learning
Microsoft Office
Database Administration
Data analysis
Google Docs
SMART boards
Curriculum Development
Research
Documentation and Reporting
Effective Time Management
Group Learning Dynamics
Staff Development
Educational Leadership
Active Listening
Conflict resolution
Accustomed to working with diverse
populations
Critical thinking
Customer-service oriented
Professional Experience
English Language Arts Teacher 10/2009 to 06/2012, 06/2014 to present Killeen Independent School District – Killeen, TX
Trained other teachers and administration in Sheltered Instruction Model, as well as methods to better reach At-Risk populations
Mentor teacher for incoming teachers in English department, including content, classroom management, school culture, and school procedures
Implemented different technologies such as blended learning software and online teaching applications to engage students and diversify approaches Monitored comprehension of material among students and created re-teaching strategies to cover gaps in learning indicated by test scores and quizzes resulting in 85% of students improving standardized test scores
Specialized in teaching English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, Special Education and At-Risk students to meet learning needs, adhere to curriculum standards and build interest in learning
Communicated with stakeholders in person, by email and phone to share feedback on student progress, challenges and behavior issues that affected performance English Language Arts Teacher 07/2012 to 06/2014
Hutto Independent School District – Hutto, TX
Served as lead English III teacher for department of five teachers. Led in all curriculum decisions, assessments and classroom management issues for grade level. Launched focused writing program for students enrolled in AP courses to teach advanced composition in preparation for college composition classes Sponsored student activities and clubs including Gay and Lesbian Student Alliance, PBIS
(Positive Behavioral Intervention Systems) and Senior class, enabling students to plan and carry out 5K Run and Food Drive for local charities Office Manager 07/2003 to 06/2006
Angelo Catholic School – San Angelo, TX
Created and updated physical records and digital files to maintain current, accurate and compliant documentation
Oversaw office inventory activities, including ordering and requisitions, stocking and shipment receiving
Performed billing, collection and reporting functions for office generating over $600,000 annually
Managed CRM database, including troubleshooting, maintenance, updates and report generation Optimized organizational systems for payment collections, AP/AR, deposits and recordkeeping Education
Master of Science: Industrial And Organizational Psychology Angelo State University - San Angelo, TX
Bachelor of Arts: Psychology; Minor: Criminal Justice Angelo State University - San Angelo, TX
Awards and Recognition
Teacher of the Year 2012- Pathways Academic Campus Teacher of the Month- May 2013 Hutto ISD
Pathways Academic Campus Mentor Teacher 2018-19 School Year Certificate of Appreciation for Outstanding Service to the Community by Hutto City Council 2014