A little about me!
I love to travel, cook, organize, and go for long runs outside I am a dedicated mom to my 4 year old son, William, and my 5 year old Golden Retriever, Hank!
Kate Fretschel
Inver Grove Heights
Summary
I have many years experience in Reading instruction, assessment, and goal setting. I am knowledgeable in curriculum development and project-based learning. I worked individually, in small groups, and large groups to assess, teach, and implement reading strategies. I enhanced student literacy through innovative lesson planning and effective student assessment strategies.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Language Arts Teacher, Grades 6-8
Woodbury Middle School; South Washington County Schools
Woodbury, MN
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligning with state standards to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to cater to diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods, providing timely feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that foster critical thinking and creativity.
Reading Intervention Teacher, Grades 6-8
Oltman Middle School; South Washington County Schools
Cottage Grove, MN
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Worked for many years with Read Naturally, as well as Read 180, among others.
- Developed and implemented targeted reading intervention strategies to support diverse student needs.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments and adjusted instructional methods accordingly.
- Facilitated small group instruction sessions, enhancing comprehension and engagement among students.
- Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
- Taught reading strategies to individuals and small groups.
Reading Intervention/Content Area Reading Teacher
Cottage Grove Middle School; South Washington County Schools
Cottage Grove, MN
08.2011 - 06.2018
- Worked for many years with Read Naturally, as well as Read 180, among others.
- Developed comprehensive reading curriculum aligned with state standards to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse student needs and improve engagement.
- Utilized formative assessments to monitor progress, providing targeted feedback for continuous improvement.
- Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
- Boosted student fluency rates by utilizing effective instructional strategies during small group instruction.
- Increased student motivation by incorporating diverse texts and engaging activities in lesson plans.
Education
Master of Arts - Reading K-12
University of Saint Thomas
Minneapolis, MN01-2008
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education K-5 + Literature/Comm. 5-8
College of Saint Benedict
Saint Joseph, MN05-2005
Skills
- Literacy skills/grammar instruction
- Reading comprehension
- Individual/small/large group teaching
- Curriculum development
- Student reading assessment
- Project-based learning
Interests
Timeline
Language Arts Teacher, Grades 6-8
Woodbury Middle School; South Washington County Schools
08.2021 - 06.2023
Reading Intervention Teacher, Grades 6-8
Oltman Middle School; South Washington County Schools
08.2018 - 06.2021
Reading Intervention/Content Area Reading Teacher
Cottage Grove Middle School; South Washington County Schools
08.2011 - 06.2018
Master of Arts - Reading K-12
University of Saint Thomas
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education K-5 + Literature/Comm. 5-8
College of Saint Benedict