KAT CARMICHAEL
Bentonville,AR
Summary
Enthusiastic and nurturing educator with 23 years of experience in early childhood and elementary education. Skilled in building strong literacy and math foundations, differentiating instruction, fostering social-emotional growth, and creating engaging learning environments that support every child’s success.
Overview
2006
2006
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-K Lead Teacher
Bentonville Schools
Tennie Russell Primary School
2016 - 2026
- Lead Pre-K classroom instruction focused on literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development.
- Implemented Launchpad, CKLA, and Eureka Math.
- Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Collaborate and lead colleagues to support student achievement.
- Monitor student progress and use assessment data to guide instruction.
ACE Academy K-1 Teacher
Bentonville Schools
Sugar Creek Elementary
2015 - 2016
Academic Self Contained Teacher
Bentonville Schools
Sugar Creek Elementary
2014 - 2015
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans tailored to diverse learner needs.
- Utilized various teaching methods and technologies to enhance lesson delivery and comprehension.
- Assessed student progress regularly, adjusting instructional strategies to meet learning objectives.
Kingergaten Assistant
Bentonville Schools
Sugar Creek Elementary
2013 - 2014
First Grade Teacher
Rio Rancho Public Schools
Martin Luther King Elementary
2007 - 2008
Kindergarten / First Grade Teacher
Denton Independent School District
Providence Elementary
01.2003 - 01.2006
- Hand-selected to join the teaching staff of a newly opened elementary school.
- Walmart Teacher of the Year (2003).
- First Grade Team Leader (2005).
Kindergarten / First Grade Teacher
Sapulpa Public Schools
South Heights Elementary
01.1999 - 01.2003
- Participated in development of a full-day Kindergarten program.
- Assessor, National Board of Professional Teaching Standards (2003).
- Kindergarten Team Leader (2002–2003).
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK01-1997
Timeline
Kindergarten / First Grade Teacher
Denton Independent School District
01.2003 - 01.2006
Kindergarten / First Grade Teacher
Sapulpa Public Schools
01.1999 - 01.2003
Pre-K Lead Teacher
Bentonville Schools
2016 - 2026
ACE Academy K-1 Teacher
Bentonville Schools
2015 - 2016
Academic Self Contained Teacher
Bentonville Schools
2014 - 2015
Kingergaten Assistant
Bentonville Schools
2013 - 2014
First Grade Teacher
Rio Rancho Public Schools
2007 - 2008
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Oklahoma State University