Christina Farris
HR Block
Ocoee
14
years of professional experience
Dedicated Teacher with extensive experience in classroom administration, professional development, and project planning across diverse educational settings. Expert in fostering student engagement and collaboration, utilizing effective instructional strategies. Proficient in integrating classroom and online technologies to enhance learning outcomes.
Work History
Teacher
14 Years- Formulated detailed lesson plans, ensuring alignment with established curriculum guidelines.
- Evaluated and refined instructional approaches to improve student involvement and facilitate effective learning outcomes.
- Implemented technology solutions to accommodate various learning preferences and elevate student participation.
- Analyzed student performance data and provided constructive feedback aimed at fostering academic growth.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
Tax Analyst
6 Years 10 Months- Reviewed and verified tax returns for accuracy, ensuring compliance with regulations while maximizing client benefits.
- Evaluated recent tax law modifications to ensure compliance and optimize client strategies.
- Analyzed client tax challenges and provided personalized solutions to improve overall financial performance.
- Guided junior analysts in mastering best practices for tax preparation and effective client communication.
- Evaluated tax trends and formulated detailed recommendations for enhanced decision-making in strategic planning sessions.
- Identified and assessed tax issues, delivering strategic recommendations for management's consideration.
- Managed comprehensive preparation of income tax paperwork for federal and state extensions and returns, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management
Master of Education - Teaching and Learning
Skills
Enhancing student engagement
Group instruction
Data-driven decisions
Mentoring students
Clear communication skills
Cooperative approach
Team collaboration
Versatile in dynamic environments
Problem-solving ability
Resilience in challenges
Compassionate support
Accomplishments
- Won “Teacher of the Month” award at Rolling Hills Elementary in 2025-2026 school year.
- Named "Teacher of the Year" at Rolling Hills Elementary in 2022-2023 school year.
Girl Scout Gold Award
The Girl Scout Gold Award is the organization’s highest honor—the equivalent of the BSA Eagle Scout rank—earned by less than 6% of eligible Girl Scouts. It recognizes individuals who design and execute sustainable, high-impact community transformation projects addressing critical local or global issues.
Timeline
Tax Analyst
HR Block
10.2019 - CurrentRead More
Teacher
Orange County Public School District
08.2012 - CurrentRead More
Louisiana Tech University
Bachelor of Arts from Human Resources Management
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Southeastern University
Master of Education from Teaching and Learning
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