Kaitlin Blattel-Loreaux
O'Fallon
Summary
Skilled teacher offering 5 years of experience in education. Resourceful and passionate educator with adaptable and approachable style. Expertise includes test preparation and ongoing evaluations. Committed to creating comfortable and inviting learning environments for all students.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Activity Director
Twin Oaks Senior Living
02.2022 - Current
- Developed monthly life enrichment calendar and published electronically and in print.
- Planned resident outings and special events to mark holidays and celebrate special occasions.
- Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement, and engagement of patients.
- Worked with nursing team to identify and document changes in patient mental acuity and physical abilities.
- Created and delivered recreational programs for small and large groups of residents.
- Maintained activity records and reports to evaluate program success and identify areas for improvement.
- Arranged outings as part of recreational program.
- Developed and lead intergenerational activities to encourage mental agility of patients.
- Provided safe transportation to facilitate residents attending activities and events outside of facility.
- Trained and provided information to new volunteers to contribute to activities and programs in constructive ways.
7th Grade Writing Teacher
Warren County School District
08.2019 - 04.2022
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
- Integrated Smartboard and other instructional technologies into classroom.
- Administered and interpreted assessment results to determine learners' challenges.
Middle School Teacher
St. Gertrude Catholic School
07.2017 - 05.2019
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Assigned daily lesson plans designed to motivate students and allow for creativity.
- Prepared daily lesson plans for activities.
- Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in students.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials.
- Communicated objectives for all lessons, units and projects to students and parents.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
Substitute Teacher
St. Joseph Catholic School
02.2017 - 05.2017
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Assigned, explained and graded homework.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Middle School Education
Lindenwood
St. Charles, MO12.2016
Skills
- Creating and Modifying Activities
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Group Leadership
- Performance Optimization Strategies
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Providing Collaborative Environments
- Organizational Abilities
- Time Management
- Model Positive Behaviors
- Innovative Teaching Methods
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Timeline
Activity Director
Twin Oaks Senior Living
02.2022 - Current
7th Grade Writing Teacher
Warren County School District
08.2019 - 04.2022
Middle School Teacher
St. Gertrude Catholic School
07.2017 - 05.2019
Substitute Teacher
St. Joseph Catholic School
02.2017 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Middle School Education
Lindenwood
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