Dedicated and responsive Teacher with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning.
Hi, I’m
Christa Brodigan
Teacher
Independence,MO
Summary
Overview
4
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Nanas House AcademyPort Saint Lucie, FL
Lead Preschool Teacher
07.2022 - 07.2023
Job overview
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Created safe, developmentally-appropriate environment for 20 children through implementation of Conscious Discipline.
- Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication.
Open Arms of Fort PierceFort Pierce, FL
Assistant Teacher
01.2022 - 05.2022
Job overview
- Maintained safe, educational environment for students during learning and free play time.
- Communicated regularly with parents, teachers and administrators regarding student progress and needs.
- Assembled instructional materials for children's projects and play-time.
- Created calm and disciplined classroom environment to improve student focus.
- Assisted fellow teachers with assignment development, special projects, tests, administrative updates and grading.
- Interacted positively with children to encourage development and involvement in activities, treating each child with dignity and respect.
St. Lucie Public SchoolsPort Saint Lucie, FL
Substitute Teacher, K-12
08.2019 - 12.2021
Job overview
- Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
- Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
- Maintained student attendance and assignment records to prevent lapses during teacher absences.
- Remained up-to-date with emergency procedures to keep students and staff safe in emergency events.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Taught reading, language arts, mathematics and other subjects utilizing course of study adopted by Board of Education.
- Maintained strong knowledge of course requirements and school policies.
Fort Pierce Central HS/Florida Atlantic UniversityFort Pierce, FL
English Teacher Intern
02.2019 - 05.2019
Job overview
- Created lesson plans to incorporate mandated topics and include immersive activities for student engagement.
- Accepted constructive criticism and feedback with positivity in areas requiring improvement.
- Observed educators teaching various lessons, interacting with students and managing classrooms to gain insight and understanding of duties and responsibilities.
- Attended and contributed to staff meetings.
- Studied lesson plan impact and made changes to methods to increase learning.
- Collaborated with teacher to plan and achieve instructional goals and objectives.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Education
Metropolitan Community College - Kansas CityKansas City, MO
Associate of Arts
12.2013
University Overview
- 3.8 GPA
Northeast Magnet High SchoolWichita, KS
High School Diploma
05.2009
University Overview
Florida Atlantic UniversityBoca Raton, FL
Some College (No Degree) from Secondary Education
University Overview
- Completed coursework and attained all necessary credits for a Bachelors in Arts.
- 3.0 GPA
Skills
- Enforcing Classroom Rules
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Management
- Small Group Tutoring
- Multitasking and Organization
- Information Confidentiality
- Group Instruction
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Google Classroom
- Organization and Planning
- Video Conferencing
- Individualized Care
- Activity Planning
- Analytical Skills
- MS Office
- Lesson Plan Development
- Decision Making
- Class Lecturing
- Problem-Solving
Certification
- 40 hour Child Care Training - 2015
- CPR/First Aid Training - 2023
Timeline
Lead Preschool Teacher
Nanas House Academy
07.2022 - 07.2023
Assistant Teacher
Open Arms of Fort Pierce
01.2022 - 05.2022
Substitute Teacher, K-12
St. Lucie Public Schools
08.2019 - 12.2021
English Teacher Intern
Fort Pierce Central HS/Florida Atlantic University
02.2019 - 05.2019
Metropolitan Community College - Kansas City
Associate of Arts
Northeast Magnet High School
High School Diploma
Florida Atlantic University
Some College (No Degree) from Secondary Education
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