Kathryn Hudacsko
Victor,ID
Summary
Professional educator with history of creating and implementing comprehensive lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles. Known for fostering collaborative environments and achieving educational milestones through adaptive teaching methods. Demonstrates reliability and flexibility to meet changing classroom needs while maintaining strong organizational and communication skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Wilson Elementary School, TCSD #1
08.2018 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to foster student growth and curiosity.
- Created a positive classroom environment that promoted social interaction and collaboration among students.
- Implemented data-driven instruction by analyzing student assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly, ensuring targeted growth for all learners via the PLC process.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Developed individualized instruction strategies to support diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to promote student development and well-being.
- Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods, adjusting instruction to meet individual needs.
- Provided guidance on policies and initiatives for the kindergarten teaching team.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management strategies and instructional techniques.
- Implemented Wonders Curriculum 2020, Bridges Curriculum 2018
- Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management and instruction.
2nd Grade Teacher
Wilson Elementary School, TCSD #1
08.2004 - 06.2018
- Piloted and analyzed Bridges Math Curriculum
- Wrote and revised all iterations of Essentials Units
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Utilized assessment tools to track student progress and adjust teaching strategies.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative assessments, providing timely feedback for improved academic performance.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction/STEM
Adams State College
Alamosa, COBachelor of Science - Education
University of Vermont
Burlington, VTSkills
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Curriculum planning and development
- Organizational and planning skills
- Collaborative and Team-oriented
- Assessment and evaluation
- Documentation and record keeping
- Reading mastery
- Mathematical concepts
Leadership
- Upcoming: Harvard Graduate School of Education's Instructional Leadership Certificate, Summer 2026-Spring 2027
- WES Guiding Coalition member - 2024-2026
- Wyoming Department of Education Social Studies Standards Committee - 2026 - present
- LETRS training - 2022-2024
- Institute for Multi-sensory Education, Orton-Gillingham Course Plus training - July 2023
- TCSD #1 PLC Coaching Academy - 2022-2023
- District Content Teams - Science (2022-2023), ELA (2021-present)
- Kindergarten Task Force 2020-2021 - Envisioning a more age and family appropriate kindergarten screening process with TCSD #1 kindergarten teachers and administrators
- Monthly Kindergarten Community of Practice Meetings 2020-2021 - Collaborating with Dr. Nikki Baldwin and kindergarten teachers statewide to provide a more developmentally appropriate kindergarten experience for students based on the most current brain and early childhood education research
- Wyoming Kindergarten Transitions Grant 2021 - collaborator
- LEGO League for Kindergartners 2019-2021 - Developed and implemented after school program and CREST program
- K-1 Professional Learning Community Facilitator 2020-2021 - Developing and implementing Wyoming Science Standards by developing curriculum units and performance tasks
- National Board Certified Teacher 2014, Recertified in 2023
- Superintendent's Advisory Committee - 2008-2018, 2024-2025
- Action Research Cohort investigating the value of teacher collaboration in setting literacy goals - 2011-2012
- CEL Cohort investigating balanced literacy in outlying schools - 2009-2010
- "Making Our Red School Green" - 2007 service-learning grant recipient to initiate recycling practices at Wilson Elementary School
- 30+ additional credits taken from various universities in a variety of topics including: math, action research, technology, gifted/talented education, ESL, and more from 2004-2025.
Certification
- National Board Certified Teacher - Early and Middle Childhood/Literacy: Reading-Language Arts
- Certificate of STEM Education - Endeavor STEM Teaching Certificate Project
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Wilson Elementary School, TCSD #1
08.2018 - Current
2nd Grade Teacher
Wilson Elementary School, TCSD #1
08.2004 - 06.2018
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction/STEM
Adams State College
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Vermont