Christina Rhody
Lipan
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record, skilled in curriculum development and differentiated instruction. Fostered critical thinking and boosted student engagement through innovative lesson planning. Adept at parent communication and team collaboration, ensuring tailored support for diverse learning needs. Committed to creating impactful learning experiences.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Secondary Science Teacher
Mineral Wells ISD
08.2024 - Current
- Mentored new teachers on effective instructional strategies, classroom management techniques, and professional responsibilities.
- Promoted critical thinking skills amongst students through inquiry-based learning approaches within various scientific disciplines.
- Boosted student achievement by implementing differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Contributed to the development of the school''s science curriculum, ensuring alignment with state/national standards and best practices.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication, promoting collaboration in support of student success.
- Increased student engagement with creative lesson delivery techniques, including project-based learning and interactive simulations.
Music Teacher
Lipan ISD
08.2021 - 07.2024
- Organized successful concerts and recitals, showcasing students' talents and hard work.
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and dynamics.
- Fostered creativity by encouraging improvisation, composition, and arrangement within the classroom setting.
- Motivated students to practice consistently through goal-setting, tracking progress, and providing constructive feedback.
- Improved student musicianship by incorporating a variety of teaching methods and techniques.
- Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
- Enhanced students' understanding of music theory through engaging activities and exercises.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units that connected music with other subjects.
- Assisted in the selection and acquisition of instruments, sheet music, and equipment to support the music program's growth.
Life Skills Paraprofessional
Lipan ISD
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Coordinated with other paraprofessionals to provide seamless support across various settings within the school community.
- Conducted assessments to track progress and identify areas requiring additional support or intervention.
- Collaborated with teachers to create tailored learning strategies for diverse student needs.
- Served as an advocate for students' rights by participating in relevant meetings with administrators and staff members.
- Provided one-on-one assistance in areas such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, and money management.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to success.
- Provided timely feedback on student progress, working closely with educators to adjust instructional approaches as needed.
- Utilized creative problem-solving techniques when addressing unique challenges faced by individual students.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education.
Preschool Teacher
Fire House Kids
06.2013 - 07.2019
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Boosted children's social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
Preschool Teacher
Ashleys Private School
07.2009 - 05.2013
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Maintained accurate records of each child''s progress throughout the year using various documentation methods such as portfolios or tracking sheets.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05-2021
Skills
- Classroom management
- Curriculum development
- Differentiated instruction
- Creative lesson planning
- Parent communication
- Team collaboration
- Data-driven decision making
- Behavior management
- Conflict resolution
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Organization
Accomplishments
- Awarded "Teacher of the Month" at Mineral Wells
- Nominated for "Applecore Teacher of the Year" at Mineral Wells
Certification
- EC-6 General Education Certification
- 4-8 ELAR Certification
- Science of Teaching Reading Certification
Timeline
Secondary Science Teacher
Mineral Wells ISD
08.2024 - Current
Music Teacher
Lipan ISD
08.2021 - 07.2024
Life Skills Paraprofessional
Lipan ISD
08.2020 - 08.2021
Preschool Teacher
Fire House Kids
06.2013 - 07.2019
Preschool Teacher
Ashleys Private School
07.2009 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
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