Ruth Catchen

Educator, curriculum and program developer, professional classical vocalist, writer, and presenter with extensive experience creating and evaluating learning content for students, teachers, and educational organizations. More than 20 years as a performing musician, with a strong background in vocal communication, articulation, interpretation, public presentation, and arts-integrated learning. Experienced in developing lesson plans, professional-development materials, video/content narratives, STEM/STEAM programs, workshops, and training for diverse audiences.

Particularly well suited to remote AI evaluation, language/content review, voice and speech data work, and education-focused AI projects.

Curriculum / Program Development - Independent Contractor

(2010)

• Maker State — Curriculum Manager and Developer for in-school, enrichment, and summer STEM/STEAM programs.
• Monthly Science Club — Originated and provided curriculum/content for science boxes serving preschool, Pre-K/K classrooms and middle-school summer camps.
• KODO Kids — Created online professional-development content, including lesson plans, video and content narratives.
• Big Brother Big Sister of San Diego — Developed and helped implement an after-school STEM enrichment program for girls.
• UCCS Teach — Developed STEM curriculum for science teaching candidates and supported understanding of STEM integration in middle/high-school science.
• Empowering Education — Developed social-emotional wellness curriculum for a nonprofit organization.

Presentations / Training - Multiple Organizations

(2010)

• Think 360 Arts — Professional development for school districts and teachers.
• Brackitz — Professional development and presentations using products as tools for STEM/STEAM education.
• Lee County Schools, Florida — STEAM workshop for high-school teachers.
• Colorado Springs School District 11 — Consulted and presented STEAM curriculum as an Artist-in-Residence.
• Harrison School District 2 — Developed and presented integrated arts and STEAM approaches for middle-school subjects.
• Real estate education — Created and delivered 99 Steps: Understanding the Complete Real Estate Transaction Process for real estate professionals.

Professional Music / Voice - Independent

• More than 20 years as a performing classical musician; established youth chorale and educational programs.
• Master of Music degree with extensive professional vocal performance, diction, articulation, phrasing, interpretation, and audience communication experience.

Docent - Eaton Canyon Nature Center

• Completed docent training; prepared for visitor engagement and educational interpretation of natural and cultural resources.

Writing / Research / Digital Content - Multiple Organizations

• Published scholarly articles and blog writing; contributor and editor to the Women's Foundation of Colorado STEM Guide.
• Created educational video/content narratives, online professional-development materials, websites, social media content, and podcasts.
• Professional writing and research experience across education, arts, STEM/STEAM, and real estate.

Additional Professional Experience - Multiple Organizations

• Licensed Realtor / Educator & Trainer — Education, coaching, transaction coordination, marketing, writing, social media, and professional-development programs.
• Showing Agent, Redfin Corporation; Business Development / Compliance / Transaction Coordination roles in Colorado real estate.
• Program management, marketing, research, website/social-media development, staff management, and IB Diploma Examiner experience.

Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction / Educational Leadership, Principal Licensure Program - University of Colorado–Colorado Springs

Master of Music - The Catholic University of America

Bachelor of Music - The American University