Christina Shoemate
Fredericksburg,VA
Summary
Dedicated educator known for effective classroom management and a commitment to student success. Experienced in developing relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to enhance educational outcomes. Seeking to utilize expertise in collaboration and adaptability to contribute to a positive educational environment.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Homeschool Educator
Self-employeed
Fredericksburg, VA
08.2020 - 06.2025
- Led educational activities to develop my children's physical, emotional and social growth.
- Evaluated educational materials and resources for quality and relevance to curriculum goals.
- Adapted teaching methods and lesson plans to changing student needs.
- Organized field trips and enrichment activities, enhancing real-world understanding of academic concepts.
- Promoted creative problem-solving by incorporating real-life scenarios and projects into the curriculum.
Teacher (7th/8th)
Southern California Conference Of Seventh-day Adventists
Linda Vista Adventist Elementary- Oxnard, CA
07.2009 - 12.2012
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Assessed student progress and provided constructive feedback to support academic growth.
- Integrated technology into classroom activities to improve student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Coordinated extracurricular activities, fostering a sense of community among students and parents.
- Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching methodologies and stay current with educational trends.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Coordinated and led afterschool sporting intramural activities.
- Stepped in as K-8 choir director.
- Taught 5th/6th science.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Pacific Union College
Angwin12-2008
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Ventura College
Ventura, CA05-2006
No Degree - Continuing Education For Teaching
La Sierra University
Riverside, CASkills
- Cultivating trust through respect
- Skilled in maintaining classroom order
- Building effective relationships with educators and parents
- Facilitating cause/effect understanding
- Student learning strategy
Affiliations
Baptized member of the Seventh-Day Adventist Church
(Fredericksburg, VA membership)
Certification
- Child Protection & Safety Certification, Adventist Screening Verification (Sterling Volunteers) Status: Active (Cleared for service with minors)
- Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED, American Red Cross. Meets Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) hands-on training requirements.
- CBEST (California Basic Educational Skills Test)- Passed 2010
Timeline
Homeschool Educator
Self-employeed
08.2020 - 06.2025
Teacher (7th/8th)
Southern California Conference Of Seventh-day Adventists
07.2009 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Pacific Union College
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Ventura College
No Degree - Continuing Education For Teaching
La Sierra University