Kaitlen Caruso
Kaitlen Caruso
3144 Duffer Court Box 306 | Borrego Springs, CA 92004
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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Energetic, enthusiastic, engaging teacher dedicated to guiding children through academics to find passion, purpose, and inspiration and find their unique potential for scholarly and personal achievement. Combines rigor with lively lessons to develop problem-solving and critical thinking skills by presenting tasks that promote self-esteem and performance. Applies a variety of methods to fulfill the needs of diverse abilities and circumstances. A reliable team-worker that possesses a positive and effective teaching style emphasizing an encouraging learning environment. Keen understanding of implementing the use of technology in the classroom along with preparing lesson plans in accordance with common core state standards.
CERTIFICATIONS
California Department of Education - Elementary Education, K-8 Anticipated: March 2018
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts Interdisciplinary Studies, K-8
Western Governors University | Salt Lake City, UT March 2019
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Borrego Springs Unified School District | Borrego Springs, CA August 2018 - Present
6-8 Middle School Math 2nd Semester / Student Teacher 1st Semester
Observe, participate, and practice positive classroom management engaging students to full learning potential
Applied lesson and unit planning using data to differentiate instruction to ensure academic success for all students
Integrate project based lessons with a cross curricular components to meet common core state standards
Worked closely with Master teachers and Clinical Supervisor to further personal learning and goals
Developed sound teaching philosophy that gives room for my students to grow while feeling safe and cared for
Borrego Springs Unified School District | Borrego Springs, CA August 2014 – August 2018
K-12 Library Media Tech
Program all Library activities for Kinder to 12th grade providing a loving inclusive environment to cultivate a safe space and a love of reading
Establish role as teacher liaison to administration to encompass all staff and student needs for textbooks and consumables within budget
Borrego Springs Unified School District | Borrego Springs, CA September 2014 - June 2016
ASES Site Director
Provided, organized, and maintained all after school activities to be rewarding, enjoyable, and empowering to all students
Ensured all facilities are safe, reliable, and maintained during after school hours for students
Handled all student, staff, and parent questions and concerns to provide maximum communication and support
OTHER EXPERIENCE
Avadyne Health | San Diego, CA September 2012 – January 2015
Technical Support Tier II
Supported all medical billing and coding software clients technical and customer support needs
Trained new employees in software, phone lines, and customer service skills to company standards
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Girl Scouts of America | Borrego Springs, CA August 2014 – June 2017
Troop Leader
Planned and taught all lessons to earn badges and merits
Learned differentiated instruction based on age with multi-level troop from Kinder to 8th grade girls
Created and maintained a secure and professional relationship with parents
Fundraised and maintained all accounting records for projects, activities, and camps
Kaitlen Caruso
3144 Duffer Court Box 306 | Borrego Springs, CA 92004
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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Energetic, enthusiastic, engaging teacher dedicated to guiding children through academics to find passion, purpose, and inspiration and find their unique potential for scholarly and personal achievement. Combines rigor with lively lessons to develop problem-solving and critical thinking skills by presenting tasks that promote self-esteem and performance. Applies a variety of methods to fulfill the needs of diverse abilities and circumstances. A reliable team-worker that possesses a positive and effective teaching style emphasizing an encouraging learning environment. Keen understanding of implementing the use of technology in the classroom along with preparing lesson plans in accordance with common core state standards.
CERTIFICATIONS
California Department of Education - Elementary Education, K-8 Anticipated: March 2018
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts Interdisciplinary Studies, K-8
Western Governors University | Salt Lake City, UT March 2019
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Borrego Springs Unified School District | Borrego Springs, CA August 2018 - Present
6-8 Middle School Math 2nd Semester / Student Teacher 1st Semester
Observe, participate, and practice positive classroom management engaging students to full learning potential
Applied lesson and unit planning using data to differentiate instruction to ensure academic success for all students
Integrate project based lessons with a cross curricular components to meet common core state standards
Worked closely with Master teachers and Clinical Supervisor to further personal learning and goals
Developed sound teaching philosophy that gives room for my students to grow while feeling safe and cared for
Borrego Springs Unified School District | Borrego Springs, CA August 2014 – August 2018
K-12 Library Media Tech
Program all Library activities for Kinder to 12th grade providing a loving inclusive environment to cultivate a safe space and a love of reading
Establish role as teacher liaison to administration to encompass all staff and student needs for textbooks and consumables within budget
Borrego Springs Unified School District | Borrego Springs, CA September 2014 - June 2016
ASES Site Director
Provided, organized, and maintained all after school activities to be rewarding, enjoyable, and empowering to all students
Ensured all facilities are safe, reliable, and maintained during after school hours for students
Handled all student, staff, and parent questions and concerns to provide maximum communication and support
OTHER EXPERIENCE
Avadyne Health | San Diego, CA September 2012 – January 2015
Technical Support Tier II
Supported all medical billing and coding software clients technical and customer support needs
Trained new employees in software, phone lines, and customer service skills to company standards
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Girl Scouts of America | Borrego Springs, CA August 2014 – June 2017
Troop Leader
Planned and taught all lessons to earn badges and merits
Learned differentiated instruction based on age with multi-level troop from Kinder to 8th grade girls
Created and maintained a secure and professional relationship with parents
Fundraised and maintained all accounting records for projects, activities, and camps