Kate Hillis
Crossville,TN
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate elementary educator with experience in first and second grade classrooms, early childhood education, and foundational literacy instruction. Skilled in building strong relationships with students and families, creating engaging classroom environments, and supporting student growth academically, socially, and emotionally. Experienced with CKLA curriculum, small-group instruction, classroom management, and positive behavior supports. Passionate about helping young learners develop confidence, curiosity, and a love for learning.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Homestead Elementary
Crossville, TN
08.2023 - Current
- Planned and delivered engaging instruction aligned with Tennessee standards and CKLA curriculum
- Built a positive and structured classroom environment focused on student growth and confidence
- Used small-group instruction and intervention strategies to support diverse learning needs
- Maintained strong communication with families through ParentSquare, conferences, and progress updates
- Collaborated with grade-level teams and school staff to support student success and school initiatives
- Integrated hands-on learning, literacy instruction, and classroom management systems to foster academic and social-emotional development
- Analyzed student data to guide instruction and monitor progress
- Assumed full classroom teaching responsibilities during a maternity leave placement
- Planned instruction, managed classroom routines, and maintained continuity of learning for students
- Built positive relationships with students, staff, and families while transitioning into a long-term classroom role
- Supported early childhood instruction and daily classroom routines
- Assisted with foundational literacy, social-emotional learning, and developmental activities
- Helped create a nurturing and engaging learning environment for young learners
- Provided standards-based instruction in all core academic subjects
- Developed engaging lessons focused on student participation and growth
- Fostered strong classroom relationships and positive communication with families
- Crossville, TN
- (931) 787-8380
- Khillis@ccschools.k12tn.net
Cross Country Coach
Homestead Elementary School
Homestead Elementary School
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Organized and supervised practices and student participation
- Encouraged teamwork, perseverance, and positive sportsmanship among student athletes
- Communicated with families regarding schedules, events, and expectations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education (K–5)
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN05.2022
Associate Degree -
Roane State Community College
Crossville, TN05.
Skills
- Elementary Education (K–5)
- Early Literacy & Phonics Instruction
- CKLA Curriculum
- Classroom Management
- Small-Group Instruction & Intervention
- Parent Communication
- Positive Behavior Supports
- Lesson Planning & Differentiation
- Student Data Analysis
- Team Collaboration
- Educational Technology
- Relationship Building
Certification
- Tennessee Practitioner Teaching License – Elementary Education K–5
- Currently advancing from Practitioner to Professional License
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Homestead Elementary
08.2023 - Current
Cross Country Coach
Homestead Elementary School
01.2023 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education (K–5)
Tennessee Technological University
Associate Degree -
Roane State Community College