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Christina Kupcinski

Egg Harbor Township

Summary

Education leader and hospitality professional with 20 years of experience in program supervision, teaching, and event coordination. Demonstrated success in leading teams, developing innovative curricula, and fostering strong partnerships. Adaptable in academic and fast-paced service environments, consistently achieving organizational goals.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Supervisor, Career and Technical Education (CTE)

Egg Harbor Township School District
Egg Harbor Township
01.2024 - Current
  • Direct district-wide CTE programs for grades K–12, ensuring compliance with NJ standards and fostering career readiness.
  • Oversee curriculum development for STEAM and career pathways, integrating technology and real-world applications.
  • Coordinate professional development for educators, focusing on innovative instructional strategies.
  • Build partnerships with businesses, community leaders, and higher education to expand student opportunities.
  • Plan and execute district STEAM showcases, career fairs, and community engagement events.

Head Server

Carmen’s Restaurant
Sea Isle City
01.2000 - Current
  • Lead and train new service staff in customer service protocols, menu knowledge, and safety compliance.
  • Handle high-volume summer shifts, ensuring fast, attentive, and quality service.
  • Anticipate and resolve guest concerns with professionalism, turning challenges into positive experiences.
  • Assist with upselling strategies and menu recommendations to enhance customer satisfaction and revenue.
  • Seasonal position

Event Bartender

Showboat Hotel
Atlantic City
01.2023 - 01.2025
  • Delivered high-volume beverage service at large-scale weddings, conventions, and entertainment events.
  • Created custom cocktails, and managed multiple orders with speed and precision.
  • Maintained bar organization, cleanliness, and adherence to alcohol service regulations.
  • Provided excellent customer service to enhance guest experiences.

6th Grade Teacher

Egg Harbor Township School District
Egg Harbor Township
01.2007 - 01.2024
  • Designed and delivered lessons aligned with NJ Student Learning Standards, applying Universal Design for Learning.
  • Integrated technology, including Google Workspace and digital learning tools, to boost engagement and achievement.
  • Managed classroom behavior and cultivated a safe, inclusive, and collaborative learning environment.
  • Used data-driven decision-making to inform instruction and support student growth.

Banquet Server

Harrah’s Resort
Atlantic City
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • Provided banquet service for weddings, galas, and corporate functions, ensuring a seamless guest experience.
  • Worked closely with event managers to coordinate service timing and event flow.
  • Set up and broke down banquet rooms per event specifications, maintaining high presentation standards.

Education

Master of Arts - School Leadership

Wilmington University
New Castle, DE

Master of Arts - Special Education and Curriculum

University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education, Sociology and Anthropology

Stockton University
Pomona, NJ

Skills

  • Leadership and team management
  • Career and technical education
  • Curriculum design and STEAM integration
  • Event management and hospitality
  • Customer experience excellence
  • Inclusive and differentiated instruction
  • Technology integration
  • Community and business partnerships
  • Organizational and multitasking skills
  • Relationship building and collaboration
  • Instructional technology proficiency
  • High-pressure environment adaptability

Certification

  • NJ Elementary School Teacher K–8 Certification
  • NJ & Arizona Teacher of Students with Disabilities Certification
  • ABA Therapy/Behavior Modification Training
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certification

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Supervisor, Career and Technical Education (CTE)

Egg Harbor Township School District
01.2024 - Current

Event Bartender

Showboat Hotel
01.2023 - 01.2025

Banquet Server

Harrah’s Resort
01.2017 - 01.2020

6th Grade Teacher

Egg Harbor Township School District
01.2007 - 01.2024

Head Server

Carmen’s Restaurant
01.2000 - Current

Master of Arts - School Leadership

Wilmington University

Master of Arts - Special Education and Curriculum

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education, Sociology and Anthropology

Stockton University