KARLA CRAIN
Choctaw,OK
Summary
Energetic professional, driven to continue to learn and grow professionally. Understands and implements new technologies and strategies. Excellent at working with different personalities and temperaments. Organized and dependable candidate, successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Driven to successfully meet goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
1st Grade Teacher
Choctaw Elementary School
08.2022 - Current
- Self-contained 1st grade class.
- Utilized assessment data to inform instructional decisions, tailoring lessons to meet diverse student needs.
- Created positive classroom culture that valued diversity and inclusion, supporting all learners'' growth.
2nd Grade Teacher
Horace Mann Elementary School
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Self-contained 2nd Grade class at this site.
- Participated in professional development workshops and conferences to stay current on best practices in education, applying new ideas within classroom settings.
7 & 8th Grade Language Arts
Stroud Middle School
08.2019 - 08.2021
- 7th and 8th Grade Language Arts at middle school level.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
6th & 7th Grade Math and Reading
Meeker Middle School
08.2012 - 08.2013
- 6th grade Math and Reading, & 7th grade Math
- Middle School Cheer Sponsor/Coach.
- Prepared students for successful performance on standardized tests by focusing on key skills and content knowledge.
Fifth Grade
Butner Elementary
08.2010 - 08.2012
- Residency Year: Self-contained 5th grade class.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
Student Teaching- Fourth Grade
Prague Elementary School
01.2010 - 05.2010
- Plan and present lessons in a variety of content areas.
- Adapted lessons for students with disabilities.
- Designed and taught thematic science units, incorporating cooperative learning and hands-on experience.
Education
Master of Science - Community Counseling
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Weatherford, OK05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
East Central University
Ada, OK05.2010
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Relationship Building
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Play-Based Learning
- Child Development
- Behavior Management
- Interpersonal Communication
- Zoom
Accomplishments
- President’s Honor Roll
- Dean’s Honor Roll
Education Certification
- Graduate School (Community Counseling), Southwestern Oklahoma State University, 08/2022, Present, 4.0
- Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, East Central University, 05/2010, 05/2010, 3.79
- Early Childhood Education
- Elementary Education
- Middle Level/Intermediate Mathematics
- Middle Level English
Affiliations
- American Counseling Association
Certification
- Licensed Teacher
- Certifications: Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle Level/Intermediate Math, Middle Level English
Timeline
1st Grade Teacher
Choctaw Elementary School
08.2022 - Current
2nd Grade Teacher
Horace Mann Elementary School
08.2021 - 08.2022
7 & 8th Grade Language Arts
Stroud Middle School
08.2019 - 08.2021
6th & 7th Grade Math and Reading
Meeker Middle School
08.2012 - 08.2013
Fifth Grade
Butner Elementary
08.2010 - 08.2012
Student Teaching- Fourth Grade
Prague Elementary School
01.2010 - 05.2010
Master of Science - Community Counseling
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
East Central University
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