Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Christi Larsen

Papillion La Vista Community Schools
Rapid City,SD
16
years of professional experience

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Work History

Paraprofessional

6 Years 10 Months
Papillion La Vista Community Schools | 08.2019 - 06.2026
  • Supported instructional staff in implementing individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop and adapt instructional materials for various subjects.
  • Monitored student progress and behavior, providing feedback to educators for continuous improvement.
  • Assisted in classroom management, fostering a positive and productive learning environment.
  • Facilitated small group activities to enhance student engagement and understanding of core concepts.
  • Assisted in Health Office by administering daily medications, managing health records, providing basic first aid, and assisting with student care.
  • Assisted in the Front Office by greeting visitors, answering phone calls, and directing families and staff. Operating multifunction printers, copiers, scanners, and fax machines. Managing multi-line business phone systems and intercoms as well as using laminators, die cut and binding machines.

Preschool Teacher/Assistant

3 Years 11 Months
Red Rocks Community College Children's Center | 08.2015 - 07.2019
  • Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance children's cognitive and social development.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities that stimulate creativity and critical thinking skills.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment through effective classroom management techniques.
  • Collaborated with parents to discuss child progress and address developmental concerns.
  • Conducted regular assessments to monitor student progress and adapt teaching methods accordingly.

Special Education Paraprofessional

1 Year 7 Months
Clarksville-montgomery County School System | 10.2013 - 05.2015
  • Supported individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Monitored student progress and behavior, providing feedback to educators for tailored interventions.
  • Assisted teachers in implementing instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
  • Collaborated with specialists to develop adaptive materials and resources for student engagement.

Pre-K Teacher's Assistant

2 Years 9 Months
ThrivAlaska Head Start | 08.2010 - 05.2013
  • Supported classroom management by assisting with daily activities and routines.
  • Facilitated small group learning to enhance individual student development.
  • Assisted lead teacher in developing age-appropriate lesson plans, promoting cognitive and social development.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into daily lessons.

Education

No Degree - Early Childhood Education

Red Rocks Community College | Golden, CO | 06-2019

ECE 101 Introduction to Early Childhood

ECE 103 Guidance and Strategies for Young Children

ECE 125 Intro to Infants/Toddlers

Bachelor of Arts - Kinesiology-teaching Physical Education

University of Northern Colorado | Greeley, CO | 05-1998

Skills

Strong verbal communication
Data gathering
Structured learning environment
Educational assistance
CPR and first aid
Student assessment
Health and safety management
Analytical problem solving
Skilled in prioritizing concurrent responsibilities
Reliable execution

Timeline

Paraprofessional

Papillion La Vista Community Schools
08.2019 - 06.2026Read More

Preschool Teacher/Assistant

Red Rocks Community College Children's Center
08.2015 - 07.2019Read More

Special Education Paraprofessional

Clarksville-montgomery County School System
10.2013 - 05.2015Read More

Pre-K Teacher's Assistant

ThrivAlaska Head Start
08.2010 - 05.2013Read More

Red Rocks Community College

No Degree from Early Childhood Education
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University of Northern Colorado

Bachelor of Arts from Kinesiology-teaching Physical Education
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Christi Larsen