Christina Stansberry
Decatur
Summary
Accomplished Lead Teacher with degree in Early Childhood Education and STEM, dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Lead Teacher
Wise Kids Academy STEAM School
08.2023 - Current
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters with an emphasis on STEM.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Established guidelines for teacher performance, lesson planning and compliance with established procedures.
- Reviewed facility environment, removed concerns and optimized for children's safety.
- Motivated teaching staff to continually improve strategies and maximize student learning.
Coach
National Institute For STEM Education
10.2021 - Current
- Utilized positive communication to encourage candidates and promote integrity and respect.
- Analyzed and evaluated candidate performance to identify areas of improvement.
Kindergarten Teacher
STEM School At Enis Elementary
08.2022 - 07.2023
Kindergarten Teacher
PTAA Arizona
08.2021 - 07.2022
2nd Grade Teacher
100 Academy Of Excellence
08.2018 - 07.2021
STEAM Teacher
Green Magnet Academy
08.2014 - 07.2018
2nd, 1st and Kindergarten Teacher
Hillcrest Elementary School
08.2011 - 10.2013
2nd Grade Teacher
21st Century Academy
08.2007 - 07.2011
Preschool Teacher
Sycamore Elementary School
08.2006 - 07.2007
Transitional Kindergarten Teacher
York Elementary School
08.2005 - 07.2006
Lead Teacher
Chase Academy
08.2004 - 07.2005
Education
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05.2004
Skills
- Department Planning
- Staff Development
- Childcare Needs
- Subject Matter Expertise
- Lesson Development
- Training and Mentoring
- NISE STEM Education
Accomplishments
* Completed my masters project in Concepcion, Chile
* Tennessee Tech University Core Training integrating STEM, Engineering and robotics
* VEX Robotics Training in Chattanooga, TN
* Presenter at the ITEEA for STEM work
* Partnership with University of Tennessee Knoxville in STEM for elementary students.
* University of Tennessee CURENT Training
* US Naval Academy STEM Training in Annapolis, MD
* National Institute for STEM Education Certification
Timeline
Preschool Lead Teacher
Wise Kids Academy STEAM School
08.2023 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
STEM School At Enis Elementary
08.2022 - 07.2023
Coach
National Institute For STEM Education
10.2021 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
PTAA Arizona
08.2021 - 07.2022
2nd Grade Teacher
100 Academy Of Excellence
08.2018 - 07.2021
STEAM Teacher
Green Magnet Academy
08.2014 - 07.2018
2nd, 1st and Kindergarten Teacher
Hillcrest Elementary School
08.2011 - 10.2013
2nd Grade Teacher
21st Century Academy
08.2007 - 07.2011
Preschool Teacher
Sycamore Elementary School
08.2006 - 07.2007
Transitional Kindergarten Teacher
York Elementary School
08.2005 - 07.2006
Lead Teacher
Chase Academy
08.2004 - 07.2005
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
The Ohio State University
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