Catherine Lynch, M.A. Email & Phone Number

Pasadena, California, United States

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

Los Angeles, California, United States

-Oversee the academic program to ensure integrity and provide professional development and programming to drive student success and social-emotional growth.-Partner with the department heads to ensure that their field of study is cutting edge, differentiated for each student, and that materials are appropriate and secured when needed.-Encourage the holistic development of students through the promotion of Fusion’s Mastery learning model and philosophy of teacher mentorship.-In collaboration with the Learning and Development (L&D) team, develop virtual and in-person training, which include the creation and development of all learning materials and guides -Advance a culture of collaboration and bi-directional feedback amongst the teacher team in order to promote a vibrant staff culture. -Strategically hire, train, and develop teachers as well as a roster of substitute teachers.-Utilize formal and informal assessment and student survey results to facilitate student goal development, develop campus-wide initiatives, and inform campus strategic planning.

Miracle Mile, Ca

-Oversaw communication and collaboration between teachers, students, parents, and professionals to ensure progress toward academic and social-emotional goals.-Developed and promoted opportunities for a balanced, safe, and equitable student social experience.-Collaborated on annual strategic planning and programming goals that include benchmarks to measure success each quarter.-Administered assessments and surveys to provide data to teachers and other staff to enhance overall academic experience.-Created and delivered relevant professional development and other guidance to teachers regarding student needs, behaviors, and accommodations. -Coached students on establishing positive self-advocacy and executive function skills needed to accomplish their goals.-Coordinated weekly student meetings and include outside speakers and staff collaboration to enhance the student experience and overall culture on the campus.-Fostered social-emotional growth by creating opportunities for peer engagement and mentorships.-Utilized methodologies such as collaborative problem solving and restorative justice to mediate student conflict and ensure safe and appropriate interactions among students.

Pasadena, Ca

-Collaborated with professionals to gather and analyze student information from IEPs, 504s, and psychological assessments.-Provided teachers with creative and effective accommodations to meet students’ individual needs. -Developed and presented effective professional development to teachers and Administration in various accommodation strategies and learning differences.-Led student team meetings to foster collaboration, communication, and consistency within a students’ team of teachers. -Trained and supported teachers and students in the use of both the LMS, BrainHoney/Buzz, and the SIS, Genius.

Pasadena, Ca

-Work closely with Center Director in management of daily learning center operations, including marketing, personnel, and client interaction.-Recruit, hire, and review instructional staff and their professional development plans.-Develop and supervise the implementation of individualized instruction plans for all students.-Consult with parents regarding student's instructional performance and create recommendations for instructional plan.

Baldwin Hills Elementary School

-Provided one-to-one support for students with special needs to facilitate learning in the school setting.-Taught the client skills using specialized behavior approaches such as: Discrete Trial, Floortime, and/or Functional Communication Training.-Implemented intervention plan while collecting data on behaviors.

Encino, Ca

Master’S Degree, Education, 4.0 Gpa

Activities and Societies: Golden Apple Award Recipient for Excellence in Education 2016 Division Honors for Academic Achievement.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), American Literature (United States), 3.4 Gpa

English Language And Literature, General

Activities and Societies: Dean's List