Emily Catton

Experience

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  University of Northern Colorado

  Mar 2016 - May 2018

  Intramural Sports Supervisor

  • Monitored single and multiple intramural sports games while ensuring safety of all players• Trained other employees on safety procedures and regulations of the game• Maintained a friendly game between players and resolved any conflict that presented itself• Ensured honesty and integrity among players and staff members

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  Rainbow Trail Lutheran Camp

  May 2017 - Aug 2018

  Counselor/Travel Director

  Travel Director - May – Aug. 2018• Communicated effectively with church coordinators, to plan five days of Day Camp at their church site• Monitored the safety of 3-4 counselors every week, at the church site where Day Camp/Vacation Bible School was held• Designed Bible study lessons, games, and songs for multiple age levels of campers• Directed a team of eight counselors, as the onsite director, in southern New Mexico implementing the onsite program filled with bible studies, daily activities, ropes courses, hiking, and adult interaction for 35 campers• Co-directed a week-long trip to Ecuador, building a medical center and leading Day Camp style ministry, as well as maintaining the safety of camp staff and trip participants.Counselor - May – Aug. 2017• Maintained positive leadership while living with a small group of campers every week• Followed safety protocols while leading outdoor activities, such as ropes courses, hikes, and games• Created and implemented five hours of original Bible study lessons each week, modifying each for the appropriate age level Show less

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  Elizabeth School District

  Aug 2018 - Dec 2018

  Student Teacher/Authorized Substitute Teacher

  • Designed a geography curriculum, allowing students to use hands-on materials to identify regions of the United States and suggest reasons for their location; created bulletin boards to reinforce concepts, including the five themes and map skills• Collaborated with three mentor teachers to teach and reinforce a weekly Sanford Harmony Curriculum, focusing on character development and self-identity• Managed all three classrooms by following Running Creek’s PBIS policy, using “fifth grade bucks” to reward positive behavior and teach age-appropriate economics skills• Substituted to gain classroom experience and classroom management Show less

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  Harrison School District 2

  Jan 2019 - May 2023

  District Literacy Committee Member• Assisted literacy coach updates and building curriculum resources for teachers. • Created a new literacy plan, K-12, through building knowledge, analysis of other literacy plans, and thorough collaboration among multiple sub-committee groups.• Developed and led a virtual Canvas and in-person professional development training for teachers.Before and After School Clubs• Yearbook, Student Council, Lego Club, Landsharks Running Club, and Science ClubDistrict Accountability Committee (DAC) Member • Collaborate with fellow HSD2 educators to discuss district wide issues appealing to cultural appeal, community involvement and opinion as well as advocate and exchange information between Oak Creek staff and district liaisons.Building Leadership Team• Assist in making building decisions for the best of the school, lead Professional Development trainings for teachers, collaborate with grade-levels teams, and plan and lead school family events such as Veteran’s Day Parade, STEM Night, and Family Ornament Night.Building Wellness Co-Leader• Create health related goals for school site to include activities for staff and our community• Plan monthly wellness activities and challenges for staff and studentsSecond Grade Professional Development Leader• Collaborated quarterly to prepare, present, and reflect on a professional development training for all second grade teachers in HSD2 that is beneficial to current areas of academic need and focus. Show less

  • 2nd Grade Teacher

    Oct 2020 - May 2023

  • CLDE Teacher

    May 2019 - Oct 2020

  • 11th and 12th Grade CLDE English Teacher

    Jan 2019 - May 2019
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  Harrison School District 2

  Aug 2023 - Apr 2024

  Mathematics Teacher
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  Road Star Driving School

  Mar 2024 - now

  Office Manager