Christie Andrew
Frisco
Summary
Dynamic educator and athletic coordinator with a proven track record at Frisco ISD, excelling in classroom management and relationship building. Developed innovative lesson plans and fostered a growth mindset among students, enhancing engagement and performance. A dedicated mentor, I prioritize student success through effective communication and differentiated instruction.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher & Girls Athletic Coordinator
Frisco ISD
08.2010 - Current
- Implemented innovative lesson plans that aligned with curriculum standards and engaged students in active learning.
- Facilitated collaborative meetings with staff to discuss student progress and enhance instructional strategies.
- Organized and led extracurricular activities to promote student involvement and foster teamwork among participants.
- Coordinated athletic programs that encouraged participation and developed student leadership skills.
- Created a positive learning environment by building rapport with students and encouraging their individual growth.
- Established clear expectations for student behavior and implemented strategies to promote a respectful classroom culture.
- Mentored student-athletes, emphasizing the importance of academics alongside athletic success.
- Encouraged a growth mindset among students through constructive feedback and recognition of effort.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Developed training schedules that optimized practice time and improved student-athlete performance.
- Established safety protocols for athletic events, ensuring compliance with district regulations and student well-being.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to promote student-athlete involvement in school activities and community events.
- Evaluated student-athlete performance, providing feedback to support continuous improvement and skill development.
- Facilitated communication between administration and coaching staff, streamlining decision-making processes for athletic programs.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Implemented engaging lesson plans that enhanced student understanding and participation in physical education classes.
- Facilitated regular meetings with coaches to align goals and share best practices for team development.
- Monitored compliance with academic standards for student-athletes, ensuring eligibility for participation in sports.
- Organized efficient transportation logistics for away games by coordinating bus schedules or arranging carpool systems when necessary.
- Promoted a culture of sportsmanship and respect among all student-athletes through consistent reinforcement of expectations during team meetings, practices, and competitions.
- Enhanced athletic performance by developing and implementing comprehensive training programs for studentathletes.
- Maintained updated inventory of all athletic equipment; replaced worn items promptly ensuring safety standards were met during competitions.
- Implemented strategic scheduling practices to maximize practice time, competition opportunities, and athlete recovery periods.
- Streamlined communication channels between coaches, athletes, and administration by implementing a centralized online platform for announcements and scheduling updates.
- Managed budgets and allocated resources efficiently to ensure all athletic teams had necessary funding for uniforms, equipment, and travel expenses.
- Created a positive environment for athletes by fostering team-building activities that encouraged camaraderie among teammates across various sports programs.
- Collaborated with coaches and trainers to optimize workout regimens and injury prevention strategies, resulting in fewer injuries and improved team performance.
- Assessed coaching staff needs annually; recruited qualified candidates who shared school''s values while possessing strong technical knowledge in their respective sport.
- Assigned schedules and specific tasks to workers for optimal coverage.
- Empowered workers to independently handle common issues and maintain strict safety standards.
- Monitored workers for performance, professionalism and service quality.
Teacher, Coach, and Athletic Coordinator
Holy Cross Lutheran School
07.2007 - 06.2010
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Baylor University
Waco, TX12-2004
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Growth mindset
- Classroom instruction
- Conflict resolution
- Differentiated instruction
- Group and individual instruction
- Flexible and adaptive
Accomplishments
- Won “Teacher of the Month” award at Maus in 2025.
- Named "Teacher of the Year" at Maus in 2025.
- Named Texas Girls' Coaches Association (TGCA) 5A/6A Middle School Volleyball Coach of the Year in 2020-2021
Timeline
Teacher & Girls Athletic Coordinator
Frisco ISD
08.2010 - Current
Teacher, Coach, and Athletic Coordinator
Holy Cross Lutheran School
07.2007 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Science - Education
Baylor University