CATLIN DAY
Elizabeth City
Summary
Compassionate and highly skilled elementary educator with experience providing individualized instruction and supporting diverse learners in inclusive educational settings. Strong background in differentiating instruction, implementing evidence-based interventions, analyzing student data, and collaborating with families and educational teams to promote student success. Recognized for building positive classroom communities, fostering student engagement, and creating learning environments where all students can thrive. Seeking a general education elementary teaching position where I can leverage my expertise in meeting the needs of all learners while delivering high-quality instruction that supports academic growth and achievement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Exceptional Children's Teacher
ECPPS
Elizabeth City, NC
08.2025 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans to meet diverse learning needs of students.
- Facilitated individualized support for 17 students, concurrently providing services to 30 students each day.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to implement effective teaching strategies and interventions.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instructional methods to enhance learning outcomes.
- Led classroom management initiatives promoting positive behavior and engagement among students.
- Advocated for necessary resources and support services to improve student access to education.
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student performance and inform instructional adjustments.
- Utilized data-driven decision making to evaluate the effectiveness of teaching strategies and adapt instruction as needed, resulting in continuous growth for students.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, leading to improved academic performance for all students.
- Established a positive classroom environment that encouraged open communication and mutual respect among students, promoting a strong sense of community and belonging.
- Coordinated with support staff such as speech therapists and occupational therapists to ensure comprehensive services were provided for exceptional children.
- Enhanced student learning experiences by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into daily lessons.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and achievement, using this information to inform instructional planning and goal-setting processes effectively.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
Substitute Teacher
ECPPS
Elizabeth City, NC
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Assumed responsibility as long-term substitute to ensure continuity in 3rd-grade math education for 18 students during last two months.
- Collaborated with teachers to ensure continuity of education during absences.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, promoting a positive learning environment.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to meet diverse student needs.
- Provided individualized support to students, fostering academic growth and confidence.
Team Lead/Bar Manager
Applebee’s Neighborhood Bar and Grill
Elizabeth City, NC
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Assisted in purchasing beer, wine, and liquor for store inventory.
Monitored product trends to prevent stock shortages.
Communicated with vendors regarding menu updates and product quality. - Coordinated daily shift operations for 20+ employees, ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations.
- Assisted service and training manager with training for front-of-house staff, including bartenders, servers, and hosts.
Helped maintain up-to-date training materials in accordance with company policies. - Streamlined operational workflows, increasing efficiency in food preparation and service delivery.
- Led team to enhance customer service standards, resulting in improved guest satisfaction ratings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Elizabeth City State University
Elizabeth City, NC12-2024
Diploma - Mathematics
Summerville High School
Summerville, SC06-2010
Skills
- Leadership abilities
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Student engagement
- Data-driven decision making
- Instructional technology
- Social-emotional learning
- IEP development and implementation
- Classroom management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Behavior management
- Data collection
- Differentiated instruction
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Exceptional Children's Teacher
ECPPS
08.2025 - Current
Substitute Teacher
ECPPS
01.2025 - 06.2025
Team Lead/Bar Manager
Applebee’s Neighborhood Bar and Grill
10.2018 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Elizabeth City State University
Diploma - Mathematics
Summerville High School