Katelyn R.

Kelley
101 Kilby Street Hingham, MA 02043 (617) 756-0398 Katelynkelley@Hinghamschools.org

EDUCATION
M.A.T. Elementary STEM
Tufts University, Medford, MA
Anticipated graduation June 2016

Bachelor of Science: Psychology

Suffolk University, Boston, MA
Deans List; Magna Cum Laude 12/14

CERTIFICATION
Massachusetts Preliminary Licensure: Elementary 1-6 (pending)
Massachusetts Initial Licensure: Elementary 1-6, Mild to Moderate Disabilities, and SEI Endorsement
expected upon completion of Master of Arts in Teaching program in June 2016
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
William Foster Elementary School Hingham, MA
Sept 2015-May 2016
Full term student teacher in fifth grade classroom
Planned and delivered lessons in accordance with MA State Standards and district curriculum.
Differentiated instruction in math, reading, and writing by readiness, interests, and learning style
via small groups, one-on-one instruction, guided reading, centers, and student choice.
Taught inquiry based math using the Everyday Mathematics curriculum.
Created and modified SMART Board notebook files for all academic subjects.
Created narrative writing unit that was integrated across the curriculum.
Sole planner and organizer of Engineering Day, a curriculum enrichment event for fifth graders
Monitored student progress through the use of formative and summative assessments and
adapted instruction as needed while giving appropriate and timely feedback.
Managed student behavior through the use of positive reinforcement, student conferences,
logical consequences, teacher-student relationships, role-modeling, and vicarious reinforcement.
Made necessary adaptations and modifications for all I.E.P. and 504 plan students.
Collaborated with special education teachers to maximize growth potential in the classroom for
push-out, pull-in, and fully included students.
Liaised with parents regarding student academic, social, behavioral, and emotional development.
Researched and familiarized myself with current education theory and methods relating to
reading, mathematics, and special education in elementary classrooms.
South Boston Catholic Academy Boston, MA
Teaching Internship in second grade classroom

Sept 2013- May 2014

Structured whole group, small group, and individual instruction to a broad range of academic
levels and learning styles.
Developed and conducted inquiry-based science units using the 5-E Model of Instruction.
Implemented differentiated instruction as appropriate and necessary to accommodate learner needs.
Collaborated with colleagues, sharing issues and solutions to increase student success.
Generated successful parent relationships through the use of calls, letters, and meetings.

Katelyn R. Kelley
101 Kilby Street Hingham, MA 02043 (617) 756-0398 Katelynkelley@Hinghamschools.org

SUBSTITUTE TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Hingham Public Schools Hingham, MA
March 2016- Present
General education elementary teacher (K-5)
Collaborate with colleagues to familiarize myself with student needs, classroom procedures, and
teacher responsibilities.
Assume all duties of absent educator promptly and in accordance with school rules.
Maintain normal classroom routines and discipline procedures, including behavioral
management.
Create a positive learning atmosphere in the classroom.

In the absence of assignments, I come prepared with age based creative lesson plans in all areas
of the curriculum to meet the academic, intellectual, and social needs of students.

VOLUNTEER

WORK

Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence Boston, MA

Oct 2008- June 2009
English Teacher and Liaison
Created and implemented beginner level English lessons grounded in a research-based
understanding of ELL policies, programs, practices, and assessments.
Made lessons engaging by providing students with age appropriate context.
Taught students basic computer skills.
Informed students on how to build resumes and guided their search for
employment opportunities.
Used students native language to make connections as learning resources.
Charlotte Woods Elementary School Providence, RI
Oct 2008- June 2009
Reading Specialist
Directed read alouds, shared readings, and guided reading groups utilizing Strategies that Work with
Fountas and Pinnell leveled books.

Conducted lessons in reading to prepare struggling students for following grade.

Designed and aligned lessons with MA standards and anchors to keep content grade-appropriate.
Monitored individual student progress and planned lessons to foster personal achievement.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND INTERESTS

Author of Harvey the Peanut Meets Baby (2016), a growing childrens book series that is
available on Amazon. ISBN-10: 1530513626
Suffolk Fall 2014 Debate Champion
CPR certified
Interior designer
Avid scrapbooker