Christie Wall
Amarillo
Summary
Offering strong foundation in communication and relationship-building, with keen ability to listen and provide constructive feedback. Brings aptitude for understanding diverse perspectives and adapting mentoring strategies accordingly. Ready to use and develop interpersonal and coaching skills in my position. Innovative professional with expertise in promoting academic, career and social development programs. Possesses excellent communication, problem-solving and organizational skills. Trusted advisor goes extra mile to help individuals succeed. Developed key skills in leadership and active listening within collaborative environment. Excel in identifying individual strengths and tailoring guidance to support personal and professional growth. Seeking to transition into new field where these skills can drive positive outcomes. Experienced with providing tailored mentorship to individuals, helping them achieve personal and professional milestones. Utilizes effective communication and empathy to build trust and encourage development. Knowledge of leadership and conflict resolution techniques ensures productive and supportive mentoring relationships.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Mentor
Texas Work Force Commission-Texas Rising Star
01.2024 - Current
- Served as a role model for professionalism, integrity, and dedication within the mentorship program environment.
- Enhanced mentee performance by providing personalized guidance and support.
- Served as role model for mentees by demonstrating strong values and ethical standards.
- Guided mentees in overcoming challenges by sharing personal experiences and offering practical advice.
- Assisted mentees in setting achievable goals and creating realistic action plans for personal and professional growth.
- Adapted mentorship style based on individual mentee needs, enabling tailored interventions that drove better results than one-size-fits-all approaches.
Substitute
Canyon ISD
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe and respectful atmosphere for all students.
- Improved student comprehension by tailoring teaching methods to individual learning styles.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Special Education Teacher
Dumas ISD
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.
- Eliminated learning gaps and effectively instructed students by using teaching aids and motivational strategies.
- Organized and prepared instructional materials, communiqués and reports to facilitate student learning.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Collaborated with conventional education instructors across multiple departments to optimize student learning.
- Wrote and presented documents for Individual Education Plan conferences.
- Worked with students with specialized needs to accomplish tasks and build practical skills.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Amarillo ISD
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Escorted students to restroom cafeteria, outside to playground and on field trips.
- Provided support to students through specialized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
- Managed class of 15 students when teacher stepped out of room.
- Collaborated with teacher to develop effective, individualized learning strategies.
- Advised instructor regarding student behavior or issues that required immediate addressing.
- Helped students to develop good behavioral habits through positive reinforcement and encouragement in studies as well as discipline and careful use of physical intervention when required.
- Assisted teachers in printing class handouts and worksheets and distributing to students during classroom sessions.
- Provided special attention to individuals needing extra academic or behavioral guidance during classes.
- Administered coursework devised by teachers according to lesson plans.
- Provided students with personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Completed documentation on student behaviors, interventions and results.
- Worked with both groups and individuals to provide instruction in mathematics, reading, science and history.
- Created and distributed instructional materials for group and one-on-one use.
- Maintained focused, inclusive and supportive learning environments.
3rd Grade Teacher
Pampa ISD
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
- Worked with school administrators to develop classroom management policies.
- Administered tests and assessed results to evaluate student understanding of material.
- Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
- Maintained safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Referred to district standards to plan lessons and prepare students to take standardized assessments.
- Administered and graded class tests to evaluate student progress and comprehension.
- Explored foundational learning concepts with students through hands-on activities, videos and class discussions.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Maintained positive classroom environments by reinforcing rules for behavior and relationship-building actions.
- Created collaborative environment in classroom where students worked together to support everyone's learning.
- Delivered tutoring sessions to help students grasp complex concepts in one-on-one settings.
- Prepared, administered and graded daily work and tests to evaluate student's progress.
- Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
Education
No Degree - Agriculture Business
Frank Phillips Jr. College
Borger, TX05-1985
Bachelor of Science - Education
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX05.2010
Associate of Science - Education
Clarendon College
Clarendon, TX05.2007
Skills
- Motivating students
- Social skills development
- Behavioral/cognitive skills development
- In-depth knowledge of autism
- Job readiness training
- Competent in Smartboard technology
- Basic clerical knowledge
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective leadership
- Organization
- Positive reinforcement
- Role modeling
- Goal setting
Timeline
Mentor
Texas Work Force Commission-Texas Rising Star
01.2024 - Current
Substitute
Canyon ISD
09.2023 - 01.2024
Special Education Teacher
Dumas ISD
08.2018 - 05.2019
Special Education Paraprofessional
Amarillo ISD
08.2016 - 05.2018
3rd Grade Teacher
Pampa ISD
08.2015 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Education
West Texas A&M University
Associate of Science - Education
Clarendon College
No Degree - Agriculture Business
Frank Phillips Jr. College
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