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CHRISTI NEEDHAM

Whitefield,OK

Summary

Passionate teaching professional with successful classroom experience. Strong record of implementing creative and engaging learning activities that motivate students to reach their highest potential. Proven track record of helping students excel academically and developing positive relationships with parents and colleagues. Committed to creating a safe and inspiring learning environment for all students.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

Quinton Public Schools
Quinton, OK
08.2025 - Current
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding and participation.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by utilizing diverse instructional strategies tailored to student needs.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design and execute school-wide educational initiatives, improving curricula effectiveness.
  • Mentored junior teachers, providing guidance on classroom management techniques and instructional best practices.

TEACHER

Whitefield Public School
Whitefield, OK
08.2021 - 07.2025
  • Managed student behavioral issues to optimize classroom learning environment.
  • Motivated and engaged students, developing skills and knowledge for academic foundation.
  • Developed and maintained classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for social and emotional development of students.

TEACHER'S ASSISTANT

Whitefield Public School
Whitefield, OK
09.2017 - 05.2021
  • Supported the lead teacher in delivering instruction.
  • Took attendance and kept track of evaluations and paperwork.
  • Identified student challenges and discussed corrective actions with lead teacher.
  • Engaged students in extracurricular activities to enhance learning.

TEACHER'S ASSISTANT

Kibois Headstart
Stigler, OK
08.2016 - 05.2017
  • Supported the lead teacher in delivering instruction.
  • Helped students develop problem-solving skills.
  • Supervised students in the classroom and during field trips.

TEACHER'S ASSISTANT

Stigler Public School
Stigler, OK
08.2010 - 05.2014
  • Supported the lead teacher in delivering instruction.
  • Helped students develop problem-solving skills.
  • Supervised students in the classroom and during field trips.

Education

BACHELOR IN GENERAL STUDIES -

North Eastern State University
Tahlequah
05-2022

ASSOCIATES - undefined

Carl Albert State College
Poteau
05-2010

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Growth mindset
  • Lesson planning
  • Motivating students
  • Student engagement

Certification

Elementary Education 1-8 452960

Timeline

Teacher

Quinton Public Schools
08.2025 - Current

TEACHER

Whitefield Public School
08.2021 - 07.2025

TEACHER'S ASSISTANT

Whitefield Public School
09.2017 - 05.2021

TEACHER'S ASSISTANT

Kibois Headstart
08.2016 - 05.2017

TEACHER'S ASSISTANT

Stigler Public School
08.2010 - 05.2014

ASSOCIATES - undefined

Carl Albert State College

BACHELOR IN GENERAL STUDIES -

North Eastern State University