KARA NAGLE

I am an elementary teacher, seeking to secure a continued position within the field where my
skills, experience and talents can be utilized to enhance the educational program.

EDUCATION
Gonzaga University Spokane, WA
Master of Organizational Leadership, Global Leadership Concentration March 2016 – present

San Diego State University San Diego, CA

Multiple Subject Elementary Teaching Credential August 2006 – May 2007
Bachelor of Science in Child Development August 2002 – May 2006

WORK EXPERIENCE
Santee School District Santee, CA
Position: Teacher January 2017 – present
Supervisors: Stephanie Southcott; (619)258-3400; stephanie.southcott@santeesd.net
Terry Heck; (619) 956-5200; terry.heck@santeesd.net
Duties:
• Developed and implemented daily unit lesson plans for Pre-K, 5th, and 6th grades,
administered assessments and evaluations, and analyzed student performance.
• Conducted group and individual activities in all subject areas, including math, language
arts, reading, social studies, and science.
• Fostered a welcoming classroom environment conducive to students’ individual learning
needs, while promoting excellent teacher/student interactions and relationships.
• Participated in faculty meetings, focus groups and family conferences.

Navy Child & Youth Programs San Diego, CA

Position: Training & Curriculum Specialist November 2015 – November 2016
Supervisor: Phyllis Williams; (619)553-8280; Phyllis.williams1@navy.mil
Duties:
• Provided comprehensive professional training for all employees in accordance with their
positions.
• Implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum/programs for children/youth,
newborn to 18 yrs.
• Promoted school readiness and supported ongoing school success.
• Operated independently with minimum supervision toward the overall objectives of the
programs.
• Utilized child and youth development and training expertise to role model, mentor,
provide training, and observe staff to ensure successful implementation of training.
• Assessed development of children and youth by direct observation.

Army Child, Youth & School Services Schofield Barracks, HI

Position: Outreach Services Assistant Director August 2014 – October 2015
Supervisor: Synthia McNamara; (808)655-4090; synthia.q.mcnamara.naf@mail.mil
Duties:
• Assisted in planning, oversight, and implementation of all management duties.
 • Assisted with the recruitment and hiring of qualified personnel.
• Supervised and evaluated staff and provided appropriate staff recognition and/or
disciplinary action.
• Provided training for employees as required.
• Ensured programs are in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Worked across departments to ensure a seamless delivery of services and quality
programs.

Army Child, Youth & School Services Ft Shafter, HI

Positions: Supervisor (2/12-8/14)/Classroom Lead (2/10-2/12) February 2010 – August 2014
Supervisor: Tanya Rowles; (044)471-5700 x0103; tanya.l.rowles.naf@mail.mil
Duties:
• Planned, implemented, and supervised comprehensive child growth and development
program.
• Supervised and guided staff in lesson planning, activity implementation and child/adult
interactions.
• Program oversight and accountability in accordance with DoD, Army and local policies
and standards.
• Planned and coordinated special events for large groups of children and families.

Navy Child and Youth Services Honolulu, HI

Position: Classroom Assistant July 2009 – February 2010
Supervisor: Amy Koskovich; (808) 422-5222
Duties:
• Cared for children ages six weeks to five years in a Child Development Center.
• Observed children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth and created lesson
plans.
• Communicated with staff, management and parents regarding needs of children and the
program.
• Traveled to all CDC sites around island to fill in for staff when needed any day and time.

Prospect Avenue State Preschool Santee, CA

Position: Teacher August 2008 – June 2009
Principal: Stephanie Southcott; (619) 258-3500; Stephanie.southcott@santeesd.net
Duties:
• Developed and implemented yearly kindergarten-readiness curriculum in all subject areas
for students.
• Instructed children in all subject areas and conducted daily lesson plans and activities.
• Assessed students’ growth in all educational and developmental areas; kept records of
these assessments for the State of California; conducted parent-teacher conferences to
discuss children’s progress.
• Collaborated with other educators, speech/language specialists, special educators, and
administrators.
• Coordinated field trips, community events, parent-involved activities, etc.