Katherine A.

Hugus
(480)789-2544
khugus@elon.edu
6082 Campus Box
Elon, NC 27244
EDUCATION
Elon University, Elon, NC
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education; Minor: Psychology
Major GPA: 4.00/4.00; Overall GPA:3.67/4.00
Study Abroad: London, England
Licensure: North Carolina Elementary Education, K-6 (Pending)

12797 N. 114th Way

Scottsdale, AZ 85259
May 2016

Spring 2014
Spring 2016

HONORS
Elon Teaching Fellow, Elon, NC
Selected as a member in a cohort of 25 future educators beginning in Fall 2012
Participated in educational enhancement programs to expand knowledge and involvement
in education in North Carolina
Deans/Presidents List, Elon University, 7 semesters
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Hillcrest Elementary School, Burlington, NC
Spring 2016- Present
Student Teaching 3rd Grade
Assume all roles and responsibilities of a third grade Math and ELA classroom teacher
including classroom management, professional development, differentiation and family
communication
Organize, implement, and assess multiple units of study aligned with the Common Core and the
NC Essential Standards for 40 third grade students in both whole and small group settings, including
an introduction to fractions as well as biographies
Hillcrest Elementary, Burlington, NC
Fall 2015
Math & Science Practicum (200+ Hours) 3rd Grade
Assisted in daily tasks, such as organizing data, grading papers and answering student
questions
Worked with students in math centers focused on place value and multiplication
Designed and instructed a unit on an introduction to multiplication and division to 40 third grade students
Implemented an in-depth assessment plan and reflected on my teaching practices
The Burlington School, Burlington, NC
Spring 2014
Educational Practicum (20+ Hours)
Conducted case study on behavior and classroom management techniques in a fifth/sixth
grade classroom
Alexander Wilson Elementary School, Graham, NC
ELA & Social Studies Practicum (100+ Hours) 1st Grade
Created lesson plans, using Microsoft and Smartboard technology, to be used in class
Collaborated and co-taught a unit plan on communities and three mini-lessons regarding
non-fiction text features to 20 first grade students

Fall 2014

Harvey Newlin Elementary School, Burlington, NC

Educational Practicum (50+ Hours) 3rd Grade
Supported third grade students in the classroom during guided reading centers

Fall 2013

Grove Park Elementary School, Burlington, NC

Educational Practicum (30+ Hours) 3rd Grade

Spring 2013

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Assisted in giving third grade students math and reading comprehension assessments

Elon Elementary School, Burlington, NC

Academic Tutor (20+ Hours) 1st Grade
Designed and instructed several 1st grade students in addition and subtraction activities
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH
North Carolina Council of Teachers of Mathematics Conference
Getting Parents on Board with Math: Building Math Sense & a Growth Mindset with your
Students Families
Conducted research about parental involvement in the classroom using Facebook to
share growth mindset information and classroom activities to increase engagement
WORK EXPERIENCE
Elon Academy, Elon, NC
Summer Mentor
Guided groups of high school students during a college access program, focusing on
academic rigor and character development

Spring 2013

Fall 2015

Summer 2015

The Winchester Project, London, England

Intern
Researched social services to connect with families to better serve the local community
Supervised students during the afterschool program

Spring 2014

Headstart: Southwest Human Development, Phoenix, AZ

Education Intern
Assisted in teaching spelling, reading and writing to preschoolers
Facilitated education programs for preschool children and their families to promote
better hygiene with at-risk students in the community

Summer 2013

AASC Summer Camp, Phoenix, AZ

Camp Counselor
Supervised high school student government students while teaching leadership skills

Summer 2012, 2013

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
The Village, Elon, NC Tutor
Created and implemented guided reading and literacy activities for students
struggling with reading comprehension, grammar and fluency
Elonthon, Elon University
Actively participated and fundraised as a 24-hour dancer during the dance marathon
benefitting Duke Childrens hospital

Oct-Dec 2013,
Apr. 2015
Spring 2013-2015

LEADERSHIP
Delta Delta Delta Fraternity, Epsilon Delta Chapter, Elon University
Service Chair
Organized and collaborated with local service sites to provide service opportunities
and events for 150 sorority members
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
North Carolina Council of Teachers of Mathematics, Conference
North Carolina Science Teachers Association, Conference
North Carolina Technology in Education Society, Conference

Katherine Hugus

Fall 2015
Fall 2015
Spring 2015

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