Christina Purvis
Belmont,MI
Summary
Knowledgeable learning specialist with solid background in developing engaging lesson plans and fostering positive learning environment. Successfully guided students to achieve academic milestones through innovative teaching methods.
Proven ability to build positive relationships, mentor and develop staff, and lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of innovative curriculum and professional development initiatives. Skilled in analyzing student data to identify trends, set goals, and develop targeted interventions for academic and behavioral success.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Rockford Public Schools
08.2008 - Current
- 17 years of teaching experience educating students in almost every subject offered in the social studies department.
- Part of the Building Guiding Coalition Team- currently guiding staff in MTSS and designing an intervention schedule.
- Served as administrative support during principal absences, managing building operations, addressing staff concerns, and supporting a safe, effective learning environment.
- Collaborated on multiple occasions with a team of administrators, teachers, counselors, and service providers to discuss positive student interventions.
- Served on multiple hiring committees for both teaching and administrative positions, contributing to candidate selection and onboarding decisions.
- Mentored new staff members, providing guidance, support, and coaching to promote professional growth and successful integration into the school community.
- Prepared and presented staff professional development.
- Helped with the creation and implementation of testing out opportunities for students.
- Participate in leadership summits focused on the development and implementation of effective Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to enhance collaborative instructional practices.
- Helped oversee the transition from ACT to SAT testing at the high school. Developed communication tools for families and helped with the first administration of the SAT.
- Enhanced the classroom environment by hosting a furniture pilot.
Education
Masters of Arts - Educational Leadership: K-12 Principal
Western Michigan University
12.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Western Michigan University
12.2007
Skills
- Effective stakeholder interaction
- Skilled in event execution
- Behavioral intervention techniques
- Strategic Problems Solving
- Inclusion strategies
- Positive climate enhancement
- Team-based educational assistance
- Effective technology integration
- Data-informed teaching
Certification
- School Administrator Certificate, 06/01/23, 06/01/28
- Professional Teaching Certificate, 02/01/19, 06/01/29
Timeline
Teacher
Rockford Public Schools
08.2008 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Western Michigan University
Masters of Arts - Educational Leadership: K-12 Principal
Western Michigan University
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