Katherine Dulczewski
Westford
Summary
Dynamic educator with experience in Elementary and Middle School in both the general and special education settings. Proven ability in lesson planning and classroom management, fostering student engagement and growth. Skilled in differentiated instruction and behavior management, effectively enhancing learning outcomes for diverse learners. Committed to creating inclusive and supportive educational environments through strong student teacher relationships.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Lura A White Elementary School
Shirley, MA
08.2025 - Current
- Worked as a fifth grade special education teacher.
- Taught special education classes including lessons based on the SPIRE curriculum.
- Collaborated in creating IEPs and progress reports aimed at monitoring student goal progression and enhancing educational effectiveness.
- Facilitated student engagement in general education settings while managing classroom behaviors to foster a positive learning environment.
Student Teacher
Alexis I. Dupont Middle School
Wilmington, DE
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Worked as a student teacher in an eighth grade history classroom. Worked 2 days a week September 2024- December 2024, then returned as a full time student teacher March 2025- May 2025.
- Coordinated lesson plans and instructional strategies with clinical educator to optimize learning outcomes.
- Developed and delivered engaging lesson plans to foster educational growth and understanding.
- Helped manage classroom behaviors and ensure student learning.
- I attended a poverty simulation professional development training.
Student Teacher
Linden Hill Elementary School
Wilmington, DE
02.2025 - 03.2025
- Worked as a student teacher in a fifth grade classroom.
- Coordinated lesson plans and instructional strategies with clinical educator to optimize learning outcomes.
- Developed and delivered engaging lesson plans to foster educational growth and understanding.
- Helped manage classroom behaviors and ensure student learning.
Summer School College Intern
Lowell Public Schools
Lowell, MA
07.2022 - 07.2024
- Worked for the entirety of the summer school program over four weeks in July for three consecutive years.
- Supported first and second grade educational processes by assisting students and teachers with daily activities.
- Guided behavior monitoring and delivered instruction on new concepts to enhance learning outcomes.
Substitute Teacher
Westford Public Schools
Westford, MA
01.2022 - 06.2024
- Engaged in part-time employment during college breaks from December to January and May to June.
- Supervised students in grades six through eight, monitoring behavior and ensuring work completion.
- Delivered targeted lessons on new concepts to support learner growth and comprehension.
- Oversaw daily operations in a special education classroom for a four-week permanent position.
Student Worker
University Of Delaware
Newark, DE
01.2022 - 06.2024
- Supported administrative tasks, ensuring accuracy in record-keeping and documentation processes.
- Collaborated with faculty to provide research support, contributing to project development and execution.
- Answered phone calls and helped support students in the application process.
- Completed online paperwork and helped translate textbooks into the correct format for individual students.
Education
Master of Education - Secondary Education
Merrimack College
North Andover, MA05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Delaware
Newark, Delaware, DE05-2025
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Parental Communication
- Relationship building
- Goal achievement planning
- Student engagement
- Growth mindset
Certification
MA Department of Elementary and Secondary Education MEPID# 58672837
- Academic Teacher: Elementary 1-6, Initial License
- Moderate Disabilities (K-8) Initial License Pending (July 2026)
- Sheltered English Instruction Endorsement (SEI)
CT State Department of Education EIN # 3541477924
- Elementary (PreK- 6) License Pending
- Special Education License, Comprehensive Grades K-12 Pending
Timeline
Teacher
Lura A White Elementary School
08.2025 - Current
Student Teacher
Linden Hill Elementary School
02.2025 - 03.2025
Student Teacher
Alexis I. Dupont Middle School
09.2024 - 05.2025
Summer School College Intern
Lowell Public Schools
07.2022 - 07.2024
Substitute Teacher
Westford Public Schools
01.2022 - 06.2024
Student Worker
University Of Delaware
01.2022 - 06.2024
Master of Education - Secondary Education
Merrimack College
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Delaware