Katharine Tapio
Patient, empathetic, and reflective teacher with experience working with diverse populations. Impressive work ethic and commitment to creating a nurturing, responsive, and rigorous learning environment.
Education
Masters of Education
Portland State University, June 2020
Bachelors of Social Science & Arts & Letters Minor in Elementary Science
Portland State University, June 2018
Certifications
Preliminary Teaching License
Oregon, Elementary Multiple Subjects, August 2020
Mathematics Instructional Leader Specialization
Oregon, Grades Pre-K - 8th, Completion in June 2024
Read Oregon Literacy Endorsement Oregon, Grades Pre-K - 12, Completion in June 2024
Work experience
Classroom Teacher, 5th Grade
Rosa parks Elementary School, Portland, OR. August 2020 - Present
Design and implement plans and assessments across content areas. Refine classroom relationship building and management practices with a focus on cultural responsiveness. Collaborate with grade level team to identify needs and strengths in order to provide highly effective instruction and plan next steps.
Teacher Candidate, 2nd Grade
Crestline Elementary School, Vancouver, WA. August 2019 - June 2020
Design and implement lesson plans and assessments across content areas. Develop and refine classroom management practices specifically focusing on utilizing positive discipline and cultural responsiveness.
Teacher Candidate. 4th Grade
James John Elementary School, Portland, OR. September 2018 - June 2018
Facilitated small group and one on one instruction. Designed and implemented literacy lesson plans and assessments. Developed a greater understanding of the assessment cycle using student driven data to inform instruction.
All Kids Are Scientists Instructor
Self Enhancement Inc, James John Elementary School, Portland, OR. January 2018 - April 2018
Facilitated inquiry based science instruction while promoting a fun and inclusive learning environment.
Nature Guide
Friends or Tryon, Portland, OR. September 2017 - December 2017
Facilitated an enjoyable experience for elementary students to explore their relationship with nature and cultivate authentic connections.
Bookkeeper
Safeway, Portland, OR. May 2004 - September 2021
Ensured accurate and timely processing of accounting data and payroll coupled with strong customer service and problem solving skills.
Additional Skills
Highly organized.
Effective communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Responsive classroom management techniques.
Culturally relevant literacy practices.
Accomplishments
Institutional Honors Summa Cum Laude
President’s List & Dean’s List 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
Chambers Aspiring Teachers Scholarship 2018-2019 & 2019-2020
David Family Scholarship 2018-2019 & 2019-2020
Jeanette Drew Scholarship 2018-2019 & 2019-2020
Oregon Reading Council Award 2019-2020
Oregon Teacher Scholar Award 2018-2019 & 2019-2020
Renaissance Scholarship 2018-2019 & 2019-2020