Katie Halverson
Prospect Heights
Summary
Dynamic multilingual educator with a proven track record at Fremont School District 79, skilled in differentiated instruction and fostering cultural sensitivity. Expert in developing inclusive curriculum and enhancing student engagement, while mentoring peers and maintaining strong parent-teacher communication. Committed to empowering diverse learners through innovative teaching practices.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher - Multilingual
Fremont School District 79
2005 - Current
- Responsible for the for the instruction, support, language development, social/ emotional development and assessment of Multilingual learners.
- Conducted various language (ACCESS, WIDA screener, WIDA model, etc.) assessments to determine students' English Language Proficiency levels.
- Differentiated instruction, methods and materials to accommodate diverse learning needs of Multilingual learners, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Designed curriculum materials for Multilingual students, facilitating inclusive learning.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using appropriate strategies for Multilingual learners.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Coordinated with Classroom Teachers to support Multilingual/ English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance for Multilingual students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate Multilingual lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
- Led professional development workshops for peers on effective Multilingual learners.
- Participated in ongoing professional development in education to keep teaching approach current and effective.
- Mentored new Multilingual teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
Teaching Assistant
Lincolnshire-Prairie View School District 103
2004 - 2005
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
Substitute Teacher
Prospect Heights School District 23
2003 - 2003
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
Data Quality Analyst
Information Resources/ Mosaic Infoforce
1997 - 2002
- Evaluated large datasets for quality and accuracy of data.
- Developed comprehensive documentation on data quality procedures, enabling standardized practices.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, fostering collaboration towards shared goals of improving overall data quality.
- Provided training to team members on best practices for maintaining optimal levels of data accuracy and consistency.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, ILMaster of Arts - Elementary Education
Roosevelt University
Chicago, ILMaster of Education - Reading/ Literacy Specialist Certificate
Benedictine University
Lisle, ILNo Degree - Teaching English As A Second Language
National Louis University
Chicago, ILSkills
- IL teaching credential - Elementary Education
- ESL certified - Prekindergarten through Grade 12
- Reading Specialist certified - Kindergarten through Grade 12
- Multilingual Instructional best practices/ Lesson Planning
- Classroom instruction
- Small group instruction
- Cultural sensitivity
- Differentiated instruction
- Critical thinking
- Parent-teacher communication
Certification
- Elementary Education Certified
- ESL Certified
- Reading Specialist Certified
Timeline
Teacher - Multilingual
Fremont School District 79
2005 - Current
Teaching Assistant
Lincolnshire-Prairie View School District 103
2004 - 2005
Substitute Teacher
Prospect Heights School District 23
2003 - 2003
Data Quality Analyst
Information Resources/ Mosaic Infoforce
1997 - 2002
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Illinois At Chicago
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Roosevelt University
Master of Education - Reading/ Literacy Specialist Certificate
Benedictine University
No Degree - Teaching English As A Second Language
National Louis University
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