Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
Languages
Timeline
Awards
Community Service
INNOVATIVE TEACHING SKILLS
Performance Based Projects
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Christina Noonan-Adjieff

Woodland Hills,CA

Summary

As a dedicated and involved teacher, my goal is to creatively inspire students to become life long learners and to realize the role that education plays as they evolve into active and contributing members of our community.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Private Tutor

Self Employed Services
06.2010 - Current
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Met with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns.
  • Used positive reinforcement, repetition, and review to help students master challenging material.
  • Empowered students with essential study skills such as note-taking, test preparation strategies, and effective research methods.

Executive Assistant

Westlake Pro, Inc.
08.2017 - 03.2025
  • Served as the primary point of contact, fostering strong relationships between internal teams and external partners.
  • Coordinated multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and alignment with organizational objectives.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, sharing insights with colleagues to drive continuous improvement efforts.
  • Maintained a high degree of professionalism at all times, representing the organization with integrity in both internal and external interactions.
  • Collaborated closely with department heads to identify opportunities for process improvement initiatives.
  • Supported organizational growth through active participation in networking events, conferences, and professional associations.
  • Solved conflicts and addressed issues that occurred between other entities and business.
  • Contributed to the successful execution of company-wide initiatives through diligent tracking of project milestones and deliverables.
  • Successfully communicated with entities inside and outside of business.
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.

Resource Teacher

Sierra Canyon High School
09.2009 - 06.2010
  • Facilitated differentiated instruction by providing a variety of resources tailored to meet each student''s unique needs and abilities.
  • Provided support for struggling students through targeted one-on-one instruction, improving overall class performance.
  • Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a safe and supportive environment conducive to learning.

High School English Teacher

LAUSD, Reseda High School
09.2007 - 06.2009
  • Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
  • Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.

Inbound Sales Training & Development Assistant

LN Consulting Firm
06.2007 - 08.2007
  • Supported organizational goals through the development of targeted training initiatives aligned with company objectives.
  • Coordinated with external vendors when necessary to secure specialized resources or expertise for specific training initiatives.
  • Contributed to the establishment of a positive company culture through effective communication strategies and interpersonal skills development workshops.
  • Collaborated with management to identify skill gaps and develop relevant training solutions for improved productivity.

6th Grade Teacher

St. Mel Elementary
01.2006 - 01.2007
  • English Literature, Grammar, Social Studies

Substitute Teacher and Private Tutor, Consultant on Employee Instructional Strategies

Fortune 500 Company
01.2004 - 01.2006

Teacher, First Grade

St. Mel Elementary
01.2000 - 01.2004

Project Coordinator

Planet Grande Pictures
01.1999 - 01.2000

Corporate Spokesperson; Writer and Producer of Children's Videos

01.1985 - 01.1999

Education

Bachelors - Speech and Theatre

Northwestern University
Evanston, IL

High School - undefined

North Central High School
Indianapolis, IN

Advanced Coursework - undefined

Grand Canyon University

Skills

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Personalized learning strategies
  • Academic support
  • Smart Board Proficient
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Powerpoint
  • Individualized instruction
  • Homework assistance
  • Performance tracking
  • Verbal and written communication

Accomplishments

  • Earned trusted status with both public and private schools,, consistently being called upon to meet special student requirements.
  • Helped students achieve profoundly higher scores while helping them to focus on success rather than failure.
  • Worked to build a sense of confidence and discipline when facing daunting tasks, always remembering that all students can set solid goals and focus on the skills needed to accomplish them.

Affiliations

  • National Catholic Educator's Association
  • Screen Actor's Guild
  • AFTRA

Certification

  • Tests Passed: CSET English; CBEST Multiple Subjects; Praxis Teaching Methodologies for High School
  • Credential: ESS credential pending in Sacramento

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working
Italian
Limited Working

Timeline

Executive Assistant

Westlake Pro, Inc.
08.2017 - 03.2025

Private Tutor

Self Employed Services
06.2010 - Current

Resource Teacher

Sierra Canyon High School
09.2009 - 06.2010

High School English Teacher

LAUSD, Reseda High School
09.2007 - 06.2009

Inbound Sales Training & Development Assistant

LN Consulting Firm
06.2007 - 08.2007

6th Grade Teacher

St. Mel Elementary
01.2006 - 01.2007

Substitute Teacher and Private Tutor, Consultant on Employee Instructional Strategies

Fortune 500 Company
01.2004 - 01.2006

Teacher, First Grade

St. Mel Elementary
01.2000 - 01.2004

Project Coordinator

Planet Grande Pictures
01.1999 - 01.2000

Corporate Spokesperson; Writer and Producer of Children's Videos

01.1985 - 01.1999

High School - undefined

North Central High School

Advanced Coursework - undefined

Grand Canyon University

Bachelors - Speech and Theatre

Northwestern University

Awards

Dove Award for Outstanding Children's Video, Toddler Tales Presents the Three Little Pigs, 1999 Film Advisory Board for Excellence in Children's Media, NAPPA Gold Award for Excellence in Quality Media, "Kids First" Award, Coalition for Quality in Children's Media, Video Librarian, Three Star Review for Toddler Tales Presents the Three Little Pigs

Community Service

Formed Neighborhood Watch Committee, Actively involved in Cal Stars Club Soccer

INNOVATIVE TEACHING SKILLS

  • Helped develop a program to encourage and prepare students for applying to colleges with colleagues at Reseda High.
  • Helped students to explore different artistic ways to view various pieces literature.
  • Helped create a strong performance program for first and later sixth graders to encourage confidence and skills in public presentations.
  • Encouraged excellence in community involvement, especially in the areas of student government and performance.

Performance Based Projects

My working partner and I created , wrote, and produced  an award winning video, "Toddler Tales Presents The Three Little Pigs." 

We proudly received the following rewards:

"The Video Librarian 3 Star Review for Excellence in Children's Media"

"The Dove Award for Outstanding Children's Video"

"NAPPA's Gold Award for Excellence in Quality Children's Media"

The "Kid's First Award from the Coalition for Quality in Children's Media,"  tying for first place with "Big Bird Finds Christmas."