Christay Suen
Cumming,GA
Summary
Upbeat Educator devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
3rd Grade Self-Contained
Amana Academy
Alpharetta, GA
05.2022 - Current
Grade Level Lead
4th grade Self-Contained
North Metro Academy of Performing Arts
06.2021 - 02.2022
5th grade Self-Contained
North Metro Academy of Performing Arts
06.2021 - 02.2022
4th grade Reading and Writing
Landstown Elementary School
08.2018 - 06.2021
3rd grade Mathematics and Science
Hyde Park Elementary School
08.2016 - 06.2018
S.T.E.A.M Integration
4th grade Reading, Writing, and Social Studies
Hyde Park Elementary School
08.2016 - 06.2018
S.T.E.A.M Integration
Cheerleading Coach
Saint Mattews Catholic School
08.2016 - 06.2018
2nd grade Self-Contained
Study Elementary
08.2015 - 05.2016
Long term substitute
Shambaugh Elementary
03.2015 - 06.2015
Substitute
Fort Wayne Community Schools
01.2015 - 06.2015
Pre-k through 12th
4th grade Self-Contained
Waynedale Elementary School
10.2014 - 12.2014
Student Teaching Experience
K Self-Contained
John S Irwin Elementary School
08.2014 - 10.2014
Student Teaching Experience
4th grade Self-Contained
Davis Park Elementary School
01.2014 - 04.2014
Student Teaching Experience
2nd grade Self-Contained
Franklin Elementary School
08.2013 - 12.2013
Student Teaching Experience
K Self-Contained
Franklin Elementary School
08.2013 - 12.2013
Student Teaching Experience
Assistant Teacher
C.A.N.I Early Childhood Center
09.2009 - 06.2010
Education
Masters of Science - Instructional Technology Curriculum Design
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary, Reading, And English As A New Language
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN12.2014
Skills
- Designed and implemented standards-based lessons and curriculum
- Utilized knowledge in gifted instruction and technology design to enhance curriculum and provide differentiated instruction to learners
- Incorporated standard based, and data driven instruction into classroom structure, through rigorous scholarly work and activities meant to shape students into independent and critical thinkers
- Analyzed various sets of classrooms, school-wide and district data to provide differentiated instruction to meet needs of all types of learners, whether working in whole group, small group, or individual setting
- Collaborated with peers and administrative staff in planning classroom instruction and school progress
- Participated in various professional development trainings covering varieties of topics including arts integration training for STEAM implementation
- Designed and delivered virtual instruction using varieties of technological integrated lessons
- Provided technical support
- Researched claims and provided solutions to retain customers and boost overall satisfaction
- Provided range of quality and efficient customer service
Accomplishments
- Teach for America – Jacksonville, Florida June 2016- June 2018
- Selected from approximately 45,000 applicants to join the national teacher corps of outstanding leaders
- Participated in an intensive summer training program to develop knowledge, skills, and mindsets needed to achieve transformational gains in student achievement and student development.
- Taught in Atlanta Public Schools summer school with veteran faculty supervision, feedback, and support
- Engaged in a full schedule of professional development activities including content and curriculum workshops, behavior management planning, diversity and inclusiveness training, and one on one teaching skill coaching and feedback cycles
- Best Buy
- Fort Wayne , Indiana June 2013- June 2016
- SOUTH SIDE HIGH SCHOOL AUGUST 2014 – JUNE 2016 Cheerleading Coach Fort Wayne, Indiana
Affiliations
American Heart Association
Adult and Pediatric First Aid CPR AEDProfessional AffiliationsSigma Alpha Pi AlumniThe National Society of Leadership and Success
Teachers of America Alumni
Volunteer Experience or Leadership
Additional Information
- VIGO COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY ESL Tutor Terre Haute, Indiana
Certification
Certifications
Indiana Department of Education
*Professional Educators License
Grades PreK- 6 December 2014
Florida Department of Education
*Professional Educators License
Grades K-6 Exp. June 2020
Virginia Department of Education
*Professional Educators License
Grades K-6 Exp. June 2028
Georgia Department of Education
*Professional Educators License
Grades Prek-5 Exp. June 2025
Gifted in Field Exp. June 2025
Suicide Prevention Training April 2014
American Heart Association
*Adult and Pediatric First Aid CPR AED
Timeline
3rd Grade Self-Contained
Amana Academy
05.2022 - Current
4th grade Self-Contained
North Metro Academy of Performing Arts
06.2021 - 02.2022
5th grade Self-Contained
North Metro Academy of Performing Arts
06.2021 - 02.2022
4th grade Reading and Writing
Landstown Elementary School
08.2018 - 06.2021
3rd grade Mathematics and Science
Hyde Park Elementary School
08.2016 - 06.2018
4th grade Reading, Writing, and Social Studies
Hyde Park Elementary School
08.2016 - 06.2018
Cheerleading Coach
Saint Mattews Catholic School
08.2016 - 06.2018
2nd grade Self-Contained
Study Elementary
08.2015 - 05.2016
Long term substitute
Shambaugh Elementary
03.2015 - 06.2015
Substitute
Fort Wayne Community Schools
01.2015 - 06.2015
4th grade Self-Contained
Waynedale Elementary School
10.2014 - 12.2014
K Self-Contained
John S Irwin Elementary School
08.2014 - 10.2014
4th grade Self-Contained
Davis Park Elementary School
01.2014 - 04.2014
2nd grade Self-Contained
Franklin Elementary School
08.2013 - 12.2013
K Self-Contained
Franklin Elementary School
08.2013 - 12.2013
Assistant Teacher
C.A.N.I Early Childhood Center
09.2009 - 06.2010
Masters of Science - Instructional Technology Curriculum Design
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary, Reading, And English As A New Language
Indiana State University