Katie Kositzke
House Springs
Summary
Helpful, caring, people-oriented individual seeks to attain position in field of athletic and recreational education.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
St.louis Special School District/Kelly Services
House Springs
12.2024 - Current
- Promoted positive social interactions among students through effective communication techniques
- Managed classroom behavior and maintained a positive learning environment in the absence of the regular teacher
- Delivered engaging lessons and facilitated class discussions to ensure student comprehension of subject matter
- Assisted in creating individualized education plans for students with disabilities.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance teaching methods and resources.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student performance and needs.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
Substitute Teacher
The Exploration Station
High Ridge
07.2022 - Current
- Substitute teacher for all ages.
- Implemented lesson plans to support diverse learning needs and styles.
- Managed classroom materials and resources for effective lesson delivery.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance teaching skills and strategies.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to manage student disputes.
Private Nanny and Foster Child Care
Family
01.2017 - Current
- Nanny full time for over 5 years for the same family with 2 children. Children were newborns when entering my care. Children stayed at my home from birth to Kindergarten.
- Implemented age-appropriate discipline strategies to encourage positive behavior.
- Coordinated playdates and social interactions to foster friendships among peers.
- Took children on outings such as parks, library visits, sports events or educational trips.
- Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
Elementary Substitute Teacher
Northwest West School District
High Ridge
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Facilitated classroom activities and engaged students in learning experiences.
- Implemented lesson plans and adapted materials for diverse learning needs.
- Supervised students during recess and ensured a safe environment.
Early Childhood Classroom Teacher
Northwest school district
St. Louis
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Created engaging lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities, storytelling, and interactive games to enhance learning experiences
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum for early childhood education, fostering cognitive, social, and emotional development
- Provided individualized support for students with special needs or learning difficulties through differentiated instruction techniques
Substitute Teacher
Northwest school district
St. Louis
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Promoted a safe and secure atmosphere within the classroom setting.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
- Monitored student progress throughout the day.
- Engaged students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.
- Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
OB Scrub Technician
Mercy South
Ballas
06.2018 - 11.2022
- Worked in OR/OB Labor Delivery/Scrub Technician. Helping doctors and nurses with births and C-Sections.
- 12 hour night shift.
- Assisted surgeons by providing necessary tools during procedures.
- Assisted and supported the operating room team in providing patient care.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to OR scrub techniques.
Childcare Provider
KinderCare Learning Center
Fenton
10.2012 - 10.2014
- Provided daily classroom support to teachers, handling duties assigned to a paraprofessional in the classroom.
- Interacted with children and adults to provide information and instruction, as assigned.
- Offered activities and opportunities that give confidence, curiosity, and problem-solving skills.
- Utilized books, tools and instructional materials suitable for the early childhood program.
- Focused on culturally diversified experiences in the classroom.
Lead Preschool Teacher
Hope Lutheran Church
High Ridge
08.2010 - 09.2011
- Developed activities that introduced math and literacy concepts and other culturally appropriate programs and activities.
- Performed weekly and monthly schedules of activities for the children and staff in timely manner.
- Ensured facilities are clean, sound and safe at all times.
- Assisted in quarterly tax preparation and payroll submission.
Infant and Toddler Lead Teacher
Tutor Time Learning Center, Learning Care Group
Fenton
04.2005 - 04.2007
- Strengthened the physical and emotional growth of infants and toddlers, monitored and recorded the development and nutritional care.
- Ensured parents of the developments of their child through thoughtful communication.
- Safeguarded all federal, state, local, and organizational guidelines were met, at all times.
Teacher's Assistant for First and Second Graders
St. Louis Pierre Laclede Elementary
St. Louis
01.2003 - 12.2005
- Served as the Co-taught Language Skills, provided written feedback to teachers and parents on student progress.
- Established policies and procedures including acceptable disciplinary policies.
Student Nursing, Labor and Delivery
Missouri Baptist Hospital
04.1999 - 12.2003
- Responsible for Pre/post-partum patient and neonate care, recordkeeping and charting.
- Engaged in continuous learning through summer courses and enrichment programs.
- Managed time effectively to balance academic, extracurricular, and personal responsibilities.
Surgical Scrub and Patient Care Technician, Labor and Delivery
St. Joseph's Hospital
Kirkwood
- Scrubbed, set up and assisted on surgical procedures in Obstetrics operating room and in birthing rooms for vaginal deliveries.
- Successfully stocked supplies, performed cleaning duties, answered the phone, and assisted kindhearted patient care.
Lead Teacher, Two's Curriculum Coordinator, and Teacher Educator
Childtime Learning Center, Learning Care Group
Arnold
- Facilitated the daily physical and emotional needs of children in small and large groups.
- Instituted the supervision of educational learning and playtime.
- Undertook the oversight of teacher interactions and oversaw daily operations, managing a staff of 20 employees.
- Implemented and facilitated age based curriculum.
Volunteer Firefighter
Rock Community Fire Protection district
- Assisted Fire Fighters on fire and emergency medical calls and maintained proper fire house and apparatus in detailed inspections and cleaning.
- Assisted with emergency response drills and firefighting training sessions.
- Learned and practiced fire safety techniques and equipment operation.
- Interacted professionally with victims, witnesses and other personnel associated with an incident.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Science
Meramac Community College
St.louis, Mo 08.2005 - 05.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
Jefferson County Community College
Hillsboro , MO 08.2010 - 05.2013
Bachelor - Emergency Medicine
Sandford Brown
Fenton, MO 09.2010 - 05/2013
Bachelor of Applied Arts - Early Childhood and Elementary Education
University of Missouri St. Louis
St. Louis, MOSkills
- Childcare and education
- Elementary education
- Group and individual instruction
- Innovative lesson planning
- Flexible and adaptive
- Critical Care Experience
- Time management
- Tutoring
- Nursing
- Early Childhood Education
- First aid and trauma care
- Emergency Medicine
- Management
- Microsoft Excel
- EMT Experience
- Special Education
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Child development strategies
- Conflict resolution
- Special education
- Verbal and written communication
- Alternative learning methods
Certification
- Professional Educator License, 12/01/24 to 12/31/28
- CPR Certification
- Child Development Associate Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Certified Surgical Technologist
- Teaching Certification
- Substitute Teaching Certification
- PALS Certification
- Infant & Toddler Certification
- ACLS Certification
- Paramedic License
- AED Certification
- AHA Certification
- EMT-B
- Certified Surgical Assistant
- EMT Certification
- BLS Certification
Timeline
Teacher
St.louis Special School District/Kelly Services
12.2024 - Current
Elementary Substitute Teacher
Northwest West School District
08.2024 - 01.2025
Early Childhood Classroom Teacher
Northwest school district
08.2024 - 12.2024
Substitute Teacher
Northwest school district
08.2023 - 01.2024
Substitute Teacher
The Exploration Station
07.2022 - Current
OB Scrub Technician
Mercy South
06.2018 - 11.2022
Private Nanny and Foster Child Care
Family
01.2017 - Current
Childcare Provider
KinderCare Learning Center
10.2012 - 10.2014
Bachelor - Emergency Medicine
Sandford Brown
09.2010 - 05/2013
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science
Jefferson County Community College
08.2010 - 05.2013
Lead Preschool Teacher
Hope Lutheran Church
08.2010 - 09.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Science
Meramac Community College
08.2005 - 05.2017
Infant and Toddler Lead Teacher
Tutor Time Learning Center, Learning Care Group
04.2005 - 04.2007
Teacher's Assistant for First and Second Graders
St. Louis Pierre Laclede Elementary
01.2003 - 12.2005
Student Nursing, Labor and Delivery
Missouri Baptist Hospital
04.1999 - 12.2003
Surgical Scrub and Patient Care Technician, Labor and Delivery
St. Joseph's Hospital
Lead Teacher, Two's Curriculum Coordinator, and Teacher Educator
Childtime Learning Center, Learning Care Group
Volunteer Firefighter
Rock Community Fire Protection district
Bachelor of Applied Arts - Early Childhood and Elementary Education
University of Missouri St. Louis