Katie Landers
Virginia Beach
Summary
Experienced with classroom management and student engagement strategies. Utilizes effective communication to foster productive learning environment. Knowledge of curriculum development and instructional techniques tailored to diverse learning needs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Thalia Elementary
08.2024 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
Walker/Boarder
Rover
08.2018 - Current
- Professional and courteous with clients.
- Individual focused care for pets of all shapes and sizes from the safety of my own home.
- Provided constant communication and updates for pet owners during sessions.
Substitute Teacher
Larkspur Middle School
08.2023 - 06.2024
- 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.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Project Support Staff
Renaissance Academy ISAEP Program
10.2022 - 06.2023
- GED Program Teaching Assistant that Specialized in Language Arts and Reading.
- Assisted High School Students seeking their GED by providing general tutoring and remediation needed.
- Provided a proctored testing environment.
- Executing assistance with IEP for Students with learning disabilities.
Special Ed TA
Kempsville Meadows Elementary School
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Entry Level Teaching Assistant that worked primarily with Autistic Kindergarteners and First Graders.
- I assisted the Main Special Education Teacher in implementing lesson plans and following daily schedules with students.
- I assisted students in social and educational settings and even adapted situations to fit my students’ needs.
- One of the most rewarding and unique positions I have ever held.
- I had a crash course in behavior management and therapeutic techniques to help calm students that were having sensory issues, and this skill has proven valuable even with my own Autistic Son.
EMT / Dispatch
MB Solutions Medical Transport
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Entry level EMT assisting patients with BLS Stretcher Non-Emergency transport.
- Provides office dispatch and scheduling.
- Professional and clinical communication in a high paced setting.
Hygiene Coordinator
Camarillo Smiles
09.2012 - 03.2013
- Provided clinical knowledge to schedule and fill a productive hygiene schedule for Camarillo Smiles.
- Worked with patients and insurance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04-2026
EMT Program -
National University
08.2020
Skills
- Client focused
- School system and medical experience
- Proficient and professional patient care
- Quick learner
- Leadership skills
- Excellent communication
- Team oriented
- Training and development
- Safety focused
Hobbies and Interests
- Medical Science
- Volunteering
- Raising My Two Kids
- Fitness and physical therapy
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Thalia Elementary
08.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Larkspur Middle School
08.2023 - 06.2024
Project Support Staff
Renaissance Academy ISAEP Program
10.2022 - 06.2023
Special Ed TA
Kempsville Meadows Elementary School
01.2022 - 06.2022
EMT / Dispatch
MB Solutions Medical Transport
08.2021 - 12.2021
Walker/Boarder
Rover
08.2018 - Current
Hygiene Coordinator
Camarillo Smiles
09.2012 - 03.2013
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences
Grand Canyon University
EMT Program -
National University
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