Christina Benitez
3809 E. Seneca St. Tucson,AZ
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Pueblo High School, excelling in classroom management and technology integration. Successfully implemented a credit recovery program, fostering student advocacy and engagement. Cultivated strong relationships with students and parents, enhancing academic growth and promoting a positive learning environment.
Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Credit Recovery Teacher and APEX Coordinator
Pueblo High School
07.2019 - Current
- Monitored student progress through assessments and provided timely performance feedback.
- Coordinated parent-teacher conferences to align academic goals and support student development.
- Fostered a positive classroom atmosphere that encouraged respect, responsibility, and resilience among students.
- Ensured a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Cultivated strong relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Delivered individualized instruction tailored to meet diverse student needs.
- Engaged in professional development workshops focusing on teaching methods and curriculum updates.
- Implemented technology-based tools to improve instructional effectiveness and engage students.
Credit Recovery Intervention Teacher
Pueblo High School
07.2018 - 05.2019
- Set up successful credit recovery program for at-risk students in grades nine through 11.
Preserved a structured, safe learning environment conducive to academic growth.
Collaborated with parents and community members to foster student enrichment.
- Developed individualized learning plans for students needing additional support.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify student learning challenges.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage diverse learners.
Response to Intervention/RTI teacher
Pueblo High School
06.2017 - 05.2018
- Conducted assessments to identify students eligible for intervention services.
- Consulted w/classroom teachers to design and plan interventions.
- Worked extensively with students to help improve specific reading skills.
- Enhanced student engagement through support of targeted reading programs
Social Studies teacher
Sierra Middle School
07.2011 - 05.2017
- Developed engaging lesson plans to meet diverse student needs.
- Organized extracurricular activities to promote student engagement and teamwork.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
Jobs for Arizona's Graduate/JAG Program
Sunnyside High School
07.2003 - 05.2011
- Coordinated program activities to align with organizational goals and objectives.
- Maintained accurate records of program activities and participant information.
- Collaborated with external partners to enhance program reach and effectiveness.
- Provided guidance and support to program participants in navigating resources, services, and opportunities.
- Prepared periodic reports, financial statements and records on program activities for management.
- Coordinated meetings with stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of program initiatives.
- Organized special events related to the promotion or awareness of the program's mission or purpose.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ12-1989
Post Baccalaureate Teacher Certification - Education
Univerisity of Phoenix
Tucson, AZSkills
- Classroom instruction
- Effective classroom management
- Technology integration
- Student advocacy
- Engagement with diverse populations
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Relationship building
- Fostering a positive learning environment
Accomplishments
Teacher of the Year - Pueblo HIgh School 2020
Education
other,other
Timeline
Credit Recovery Teacher and APEX Coordinator
Pueblo High School
07.2019 - Current
Credit Recovery Intervention Teacher
Pueblo High School
07.2018 - 05.2019
Response to Intervention/RTI teacher
Pueblo High School
06.2017 - 05.2018
Social Studies teacher
Sierra Middle School
07.2011 - 05.2017
Jobs for Arizona's Graduate/JAG Program
Sunnyside High School
07.2003 - 05.2011
Post Baccalaureate Teacher Certification - Education
Univerisity of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Arizona