Christina Anders
Denver,CO
Summary
Experienced teacher and instructional coach with 16 years of experience in Denver Public Schools. Dedicated to improving student achievement and supporting teacher growth through effective instruction. Skilled in designing professional development plans that prioritize quality teaching in Elementary and Special Education. Proactive and results-driven professional with a strong ability to facilitate whole-staff learning opportunities. Recognized for creating a culture of continuous learning and feedback that optimizes staff and student performance. Proficient in implementing coaching techniques like learning labs, co-planning, and professional development to foster a shared commitment to the school's mission and values.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Team Lead - Instructional Coach
Green Valley Elementary - Denver Public Schools
01.2019 - Current
- Contributed to the year-long professional development plan and facilitated whole-staff professional learning.
- Coordinated with School Leaders and Team Specialists to align teacher support to school-wide instructional priorities.
- Worked with the school's Instructional Leadership Team to build instructional and leadership capacity, with learning labs.
- Provided instructional modeling for educators based on areas of growth.
- Increased engagement of BIPOC students by 75% after 3 rounds of coaching for classroom teachers. Worked with the classroom teacher to develop strategic support for the students who continued to struggle with active engagement.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching aligned with the Leading Effective Academic Practice framework and Professionalism rubric.
Assistant Principal
ELA Summer Academy
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Trained 20 teachers and support staff on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
Teacher
Eagleton Elementary - Denver Public Schools
01.2010 - 01.2019
- Created a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally responsive classroom.
- Commitment to the academic success of every child by closing of achievement gap with just-in-time support.
- Approved and monitored Student Learning Objectives throughout the year.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education, supporting 36 students throughout the year.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Education
Educational Leadership and Policy Graduate Certificate -
University of Denver
Denver, CO05.2022
Masters of Arts Special Education Generalist -
The University of Colorado At Denver
Denver, CO12.2009
Bachelor of Arts -
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO05.2005
Skills
- Teacher development
- High quality instruction
- Data driven decision making
- Inclusive and equitable practices
- Documentation And Data Collection
- Decision-making and problem-solving
- Ability to assess the potential impact and applications of new technologies
Certification
- Colorado Professional Teacher License, Elementary Education 0421866
- Special Education Generalist, 0461715A
- Initial Administrator License,
Additional Information
Participated in and led staff development, grade-level planning. Implemented Positive Behavior Support and No Non-Sense Nurturing. Taught "Second Step" an Social Emotional curriculum. Site Assessment Leader roles: Survey SAL- (Parent survey, Teacher Survey, and School Survey), and Read Act. Facilitated the (MTSS) Multi-tiered systems of support for ten years. Team Literacy Specialist - helped implement the Science of Reading. Completed the Early Literacy Certificate Program. Guided Reading Plus certified. Senior Team Lead. Assistant Principal - Summer School. ELA-E/T Qualified. Completed the Culturally Responsive and Trauma-informed teaching Professional Development. Gifted and Talented Professional Development.
Timeline
Assistant Principal
ELA Summer Academy
06.2024 - 08.2024
Senior Team Lead - Instructional Coach
Green Valley Elementary - Denver Public Schools
01.2019 - Current
Teacher
Eagleton Elementary - Denver Public Schools
01.2010 - 01.2019
- Colorado Professional Teacher License, Elementary Education 0421866
- Special Education Generalist, 0461715A
- Initial Administrator License,
Educational Leadership and Policy Graduate Certificate -
University of Denver
Masters of Arts Special Education Generalist -
The University of Colorado At Denver
Bachelor of Arts -
Colorado State University
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