Katharine H.

Hardy
6076 Kestner Circle, Alexandria, VA 22315 (703) 447-1855 hardykh@dukes.jmu.edu katharinehardy.weebly.com

Objective To obtain a permanent teaching position in the field of elementary education

to facilitate student learning and effective use of instructional technology

Education James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA

Master of Arts in Teaching, expected May 2017
Professional Licensure Program: Elementary Education (PK-6)
Current Major GPA: 4.0

Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies with

Minors in Elementary Education and Educational Media
Graduated Cum Laude in May 2016

Student
Teaching 5th Grade, Bush Hill Elementary School, Fairfax County, VA
Experience March 2017 May 2017 (Current Placement)

2nd Grade, Bush Hill Elementary School, Fairfax County, VA

January March 2017

Plan and implement areas in core curriculum areas

Utilize Responsive Classroom strategies for classroom management
Attended a half-day planning session for mathematics unit
Attend special education meetings as needed
Participate in second grade CLT that meets twice a week
Communicate with parents on weekly basis

Practicum 2nd Grade, John Wayland Elementary School, Rockingham County, VA

Experience September December 2016

Collected and analyzed data while completing an inquiry project that

focused on how technology is used in schools
Planned and taught lessons at least once a week, including a creativity
lesson using the iPad app Puppet Pals
Participated in multiple field trips and parent-teacher conferences

P4 (2nd Grade), St. Clares Abbey Primary School, Newry, Northern Ireland,
May June 2016

Worked in the classroom every day with Irish students as part of a study
abroad trip
Collaborated with fellow study abroad peers to complete and present a
research plenary focusing on literacy and numeracy status in Newry City
Schools
Taught lessons a few times each week, including one that introduced the
different regions of the United States
 4th Grade, Peak View Elementary School, Rockingham County, VA
January - April 2016

Taught at least one lesson in each of the four content areas (literacy,
social studies, science, mathematics)

1st Grade, Waterman Elementary School, Harrisonburg City, VA,

January April 2015

Taught lessons that focused on early reading acquisition and creativity.

Completed a case study on one student, focusing on child development

Work Substitute Teacher, Fairfax County Public Schools, VA,

Experience May 2013 Present

Followed instructions left by the teacher, coordinated with other

teachers and students, and completed other duties as assigned

Afterschool Leader, Rockingham County Parks and Recreation, Rockingham

County, VA
August 2014 December 2016

Coordinated with other leaders to organize activities and games for

students ranging in age from 4 to 11

Director and Leader, Rec-PAC (Recreation for Pretty Awesome Children),

Fairfax County Park Authority, Fairfax County, VA
Summers 2013 & 2014, Leader; Summer 2015, Director

As director, ran a school-based camp with enrollment of 60 to 70

campers ranging in age from 5 to 12, overseeing the leaders who worked
with the kids, maintaining parent relationships, and planning special
events
As leader, created activities and programs for students, collaborated
with fellow leaders on multiple projects, and supervised at least 10
campers at a time

Honors & Kappa Delta Pi (International Education Honor Society), JMU Chapter
Activities September 2014 Present, Member; 2015-2016 Academic Year, Professional
Development Chair

As Professional Development Chair, coordinated opportunities for

general body members, including organizing a conference which
included around 40 presenters and 150 attendees

Presidents List, Fall 2015 & Spring 2016

Deans List, Fall 2013 & Fall 2014

 References

1. Cooperating Teacher, Student Teaching

Name: Ms. Suzy Ghosh
Title: Classroom Teacher (2nd Grade)
Employer: Fairfax County Public Schools
Contact Info:
o Email: slghosh@fcps.edu
o Phone: 703-924-5600 (Bush Hill ES Phone Number)

2. Cooperating Teacher, Student Teaching

Name: Ms. Sarah Martin

Title: Classroom Teacher (5th Grade)
Employer: Fairfax County Public Schools
Contact Info:
o Email: sbmartin1@fcps.edu
o Phone: 703-924-5600 (Bush Hill ES Phone Number)

3. University Supervisor, Student Teaching

Name: Mrs. Kathy Woodley
Title: University Supervisor
Employer: James Madison University
Contact Info:
o Email: woodlekl@jmu.edu

4. JMU Professor
Name: Dr. Tim Thomas
Title: JMU Professor
Employer: James Madison University
Contact Info:
o Email: thomastg@jmu.edu
o Phone: 540-568-6190 (Office)

5. Rockingham County Parks and Recreation Afterschool Supervisor

Name: Ms. Nicole Farr
Title: Parks and Recreation Technician
Employer: Rockingham County Parks and Recreation
Contact Info:
o Email: hnfatc@gmail.com
o Phone: 540-818-2742 (Personal)