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Catie Hollis

Richlands

Summary

Highly motivated Technical Assistant with 14 years of experience in teaching children and developing best practice in Early Childhood Programs. Skilled in coaching, mentoring, completing tasks, creating training and analyzing data. Efficient, hardworking and passionate about best serving children in our community.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Training and Technical Assistance Specialist

One Place
01.2022 - 08.2023
  • Provided on-site technical assistance and support to teachers in early childhood aged classrooms
  • Developed and delivered engaging training programs to educate teachers on curriculum, assessments, childhood safety
  • Supported teachers with behavior management in their classrooms
  • Created relationships with community partners to best support teachers through training and professional development

MCAS Alt Coordinator

Gateway Regional School District
09.2022 - 07.2023
  • Coordinator for the school district for MCAS Alternative Assessments
  • Created measurable assignments for students participating in statewide assessment
  • Provided coaching and support to teachers new to completing assessments
  • Ensured successful completion of assessments for all students in the district

Preschool Teacher

Gateway Regional School District
01.2022 - 06.2023
  • Created and executed lesson plans
  • Communicated with parents and guardians regarding any behavioral issues or developmental concerns
  • Tactfully referred parents in need to community assistance resources
  • Fostered a warm and caring atmosphere in the classroom to ensure the children felt safe and loved at school
  • Created individualized education plans (IEPs) and communicated with parents and psychologists to resolve conflicts and decrease regression of skills
  • Facilitated IEP meetings for students across the Early Childhood Program
  • Conducted different assessments to best determine the need level of students

Special Education Teacher

Gateway Regional School District
08.2019 - 01.2022
  • Develop lesson plans and deliver instruction in alignment with IEPs for students ranging from preschool through 5th grade
  • Collaborate with behavior analysts, physical, occupational, and speech therapy personnel
  • Created individualized education plans (IEPs) and communicated with parents and psychologists to resolve conflicts and decrease regression of skills
  • Track, monitor, and evaluate student performance and tailor lesson plans to individual strengths and weaknesses to improve academic performance
  • Implement, plan, and deliver research-based interventions for students on the autism spectrum
  • Manage a team of 5 paraprofessionals, analyze student progress, evaluate teaching performance, and provide coaching and mentorship

Special Education Teacher

Hillcrest Educational Centers
08.2016 - 08.2019
  • Managed a classroom for middle school students with moderate disabilities
  • Develop lesson plans and deliver instruction in alignment with IEPs for students ranging from 6th grade through 9th grade
  • Collaborate with ABA therapy, physical, occupational, and speech therapy personnel
  • Track, monitor, and evaluate student performance and tailor lesson plans to individual strengths and weaknesses to improve academic performance
  • Created individualized education plans (IEPs) and communicated with parents and professionals to minimize regression, conflict or crisis
  • Oversaw a team of 3 paraprofessionals and led meetings to discuss student development and classroom strategies

Lead Infant Teacher

Lenox Children's Center
06.2016 - 11.2016
  • Boosted communication skills among infants through engaging storytelling and song sessions.
  • NAEYC Accredited Facility
  • Kept classroom and feeding areas clean, neat, and safe.
  • Contributed to the emotional growth of infants by providing consistent support, care, and encouragement.
  • Promoted development of social, emotional, and communication skills in infants.
  • Use of Creative Curriculum Gold

NCPK Preschool Teacher

Excel Learning Center
08.2014 - 06.2016
  • Created and executed age appropriate lesson plans following the Creative Curriculum and NCFELD
  • Communicated with parents and guardians regarding any behavioral issues or developmental concerns
  • Fostered a warm and caring atmosphere in the classroom to ensure the children felt safe and loved at school
  • Maintain progress notes that evaluate the health, behavior, and development of the children

NCPK Assistant Teacher

Excel Learning Centers
08.2013 - 08.2014
  • Supported assessment and feedback processes for students to track academic progress.
  • Assisted in classroom management to promote a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
  • Collaborated with parents and guardians to build strong communication channels for student success.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment with consistent encouragement and support for students.
  • Followed Creative Curriculum Gold and NCFELD Standards
  • Assisted Lead Teacher in Lesson Plan development
  • Support social emotional growth and development of children

Child and Youth Program Assistant

MCCS New River
08.2012 - 07.2013
  • Delivered high level of care, assistance and supervision to children in compliance with MCCS and NAEYC rules and policies.
  • Fostered a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn, play, and grow in both indoor and outdoor settings.
  • Adapted teaching methods based on each child''s unique learning style, maximizing engagement and understanding.
  • Monitored children''s behavior and intervened when necessary, ensuring a respectful learning atmosphere.

Assistant Preschool Teacher

Excel Learning Centers/SPEC
05.2011 - 08.2012
  • Supported children's emotional and social growth by implementing conflict resolution strategies during playtime.
  • Created engaging lesson plans by incorporating interactive activities that promote early learning and development.
  • Aided in the preparation of instructional materials, ensuring resources were readily available for each lesson.
  • Supported lead teacher in conducting assessments to measure student progress and identify areas requiring additional focus.

Education

Masters - Special Education

Bay Path University
Longmeadow, MA
12.2017

Graduate Certificate - Applied Behavior Analysis

Bay Path University
Longmeadow, MA
08-2017

Bachelors of Science - Early Childhood Education

University of Mount Olive
Mount Olive, NC
12.2014

Skills

  • Communication
  • Efficiency
  • Driven
  • Team Player
  • Patience
  • Advocate for Children

Certification


  • CPR and First Aid
  • CLASS Observer
  • NCFELD Train the Trainer
  • Art and Science of TA
  • ERS Threes

Teaching Certifications

Teacher Licensure for Early Childhood (Pre-Kindergarten - Grade 2) - Massachusetts

Teacher Licensure for Severe Special Education (K-12) - Massachusetts

Sheltered English Immersion Endorsement - Massachusetts

Teacher Licensure B-K - North Carolina

Timeline

MCAS Alt Coordinator

Gateway Regional School District
09.2022 - 07.2023

Preschool Teacher

Gateway Regional School District
01.2022 - 06.2023

Training and Technical Assistance Specialist

One Place
01.2022 - 08.2023

Special Education Teacher

Gateway Regional School District
08.2019 - 01.2022

Special Education Teacher

Hillcrest Educational Centers
08.2016 - 08.2019

Lead Infant Teacher

Lenox Children's Center
06.2016 - 11.2016

NCPK Preschool Teacher

Excel Learning Center
08.2014 - 06.2016

NCPK Assistant Teacher

Excel Learning Centers
08.2013 - 08.2014

Child and Youth Program Assistant

MCCS New River
08.2012 - 07.2013

Assistant Preschool Teacher

Excel Learning Centers/SPEC
05.2011 - 08.2012

Bachelors of Science - Early Childhood Education

University of Mount Olive

Masters - Special Education

Bay Path University

Graduate Certificate - Applied Behavior Analysis

Bay Path University

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