...I hold a bachelor's degree in Special Education, a Master of Science in Education in Reading, and am currently completing a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction. My academic background has equipped me with up-to-date, research-based strategies tailored to meet each learner's unique ... (read more)
...I use direct instruction programs such as: Connecting Math Concepts,a tier 3 math intervention. In order to know where to begin in Connecting Math Concepts, I would administer a pre-assessment to see what level to start. I have experience with Touchmath, which is a multisensory math program that makes critical math concepts easier for students to understand. (read more)
...I take a strengths-based approach to teaching, addressing students’ foundational gaps alongside encouraging students to interact with grade-level content. I have experience implementing many different Tiers I, II, and III curricula for math (Eureka, Pearson, TouchMath), and reading (Wilson, Word... (read more)
...Katy supports each of her students by customizing strategies based on the individual learner’s needs and prides herself on fostering an atmosphere of patience, compassion and encouragement. Giving the gift of reading is not Katy’s only passion. She is also a Certified Yoga Instructor and Nutritional Therapist — Katy is on a mission to inspire others to live their best life possible! (read more)