Kathy Herrmann
Evansville
Summary
Dynamic educator with a strong background in early childhood development at St. Philip School. Skilled in creating engaging, faith-based lessons and utilizing positive reinforcement techniques. Experienced in supporting students on the autism spectrum through tailored instruction and collaboration. Committed to fostering community ties and developing positive relationships with families, colleagues and others in the community.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Resurrection School
08.2024 - Current
Pre-K Teacher
St. Philip School
08.2014 - 05.2018
- Designed hands-on lessons for daily classes.
- Executed day-care duties including lunch, recess, rest time, and post-class clean-up.
- Maintained regular communication with parents through weekly newsletters and individual outreach.
- Engaged in ongoing professional development to enhance teaching practices.
- Coordinated two annual programs: a Christmas program and Pre-K graduation ceremonies with family receptions.
- Organized Grandparents Day events for Preschool and Pre-K families to strengthen community ties.
Kindergarten Teacher
St. Philip School
08.2009 - 05.2012
- Established strong relationships with students and families through regular newsletters and personal communication.
- Collaborated daily with partner kindergarten teacher.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to address diverse learning needs of students.
- Completed week-long training on Autism Spectrum Disorder at Indiana University.
Long-term Substitute Teacher; First Grade
Corpus Christi School
01.2009 - 05.2009
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, lessons, student needs and communication with families.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN 12-2008
Skills
- Both personal and classroom experience with students on the autism spectrum Training and background knowledge used in daily lessons Shadowed BCBA and learned Applied Behavior Analysis techniques at Harsha Autism Center
- Creative and engaging lessons
- Faith-based lessons and prayer time together are an important part of our day Half-way through CGS training
- Positive reinforcement
Certification
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education
State of Indiana Professional Educator's License: currently working to renew before 2025-2026 school year.
Currently working on Level 1 Catechesis of the Good Shepherd certification.
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Resurrection School
08.2024 - Current
Pre-K Teacher
St. Philip School
08.2014 - 05.2018
Kindergarten Teacher
St. Philip School
08.2009 - 05.2012
Long-term Substitute Teacher; First Grade
Corpus Christi School
01.2009 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Southern Indiana
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