KATELYN SMITH

5989 Hollow Court, Bargersville, IN 46106 | 317-529-4917 | kms21@iupui.edu

Professional Summary
I am a passionate and enthusiastic student looking for a position in elementary or special education. I have a love for inspiring students to
enjoy education. I strive to make learning fun, engaging, and authentic, and I value my relationships with my students. I am motivated by
the belief that all children can be successful learners in the classroom and pursue their dreams.
Skills
Knowledge of DIBELS and other assessments Forms strong, lasting relationships with students
Strong verbal and written communication Maintains a positive attitude and encourages students to
Creative activities and lesson plans that meet state and pursue their dreams
federal standards Passionate about helping students set and reach their own
Familiar with technology personal goals
Familiar with RTI, UDL, and supports available for Respects students' culture and diversity within the
students with disabilities classroom environment
Familiar with push in and pull out strategies Very self-motivated to meet goals and quick at learning
Great organization skills
Certifications
Heartsaver CPR/AED training
Suicide Prevention
Food Safety
Introduction to Management
Expected to attain Indiana Teaching License upon graduation in May of 2017
Work History
Student Teacher 08/2015 to Current
William Penn Elementary School Indianapolis, IN
Instructed up to 25 students at a time in large and small groups
Worked as a team with other teachers to create fun, engaging, and authentic lesson plans for students that met state and
federal standards
Created and maintained positive relationships with many of my students
Set up displays and bulletin boards in the hallways with standards and "I can" statements
Quickly learned how to adapt to an ever-changing environment
Set and modeled expectations for the hallways, bathroom breaks, classroom activities, field trips, and in the cafeteria
Remained firm, yet calm and kind in my classroom management techniques
Used computers, printers, copiers, Microsoft programs, laminators, projectors, IPads, sound equipment, and more
Set and communicated target goals and clear objectives for students to reach
Attended IEP meetings, as well as Case Conference Committee meetings
Collaborated with students' families to discuss progress and form relationships
Maintained model behaviors and responsibilities
Formatively assessed student performance to monitor their understanding of content, as well as their behavior and social
development
Used manipulatives and technology to differentiate lessons for students
Became familiar with DIBELS and Leveled Reading Assessments
Worked with students in push-in and pull-out situations in special education
Learned to work and communicate with ESL students and their families
Participated in PLCs and professional development events
Shift Manager 05/2014 to Current
McDonald's Greenwood, IN
Quickly adapt to a new environment and unfamiliar situations
Provide great customer service skills and find resolutions to customers' questions and concerns
Handle emergency situations and maintain composure
Effectively maintain a leadership role
Encourage everyone to work with me as a team
Maintain strong oral and written communication skills
Handle money and make deposits
Maintain cleanliness both personally and around the store to create a pleasant environment for customers
Train others on the appropriate procedures to follow at work

Crew Member 07/2011 to 05/2014

McDonald's Greenwood, IN
Worked quickly and efficiently
Remained calm under pressure
Friendly with customers
Found solutions to customer's problems
Worked cash registers, coffee machines, and machinery in store

Education
Anderson University - Anderson, IN August 2012 to May 2014
(Transferred to IUPUI and changed major)
Bachelor of Science: Elementary Education with a dual license in Special Education August 2014 to Present
Indiana University Purdue University - Indianapolis - Indianapolis, IN

Interests
Intramural basketball team and other fitness activities
Color Run
Work Projects Ministry at Anderson University
Kids Against Hunger and Operation Christmas Child
Volunteer for Top soccer
Field experience at Fishback Creek Elementary School