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Christina Tiernan

Orlando,FL

Summary

Compassionate and detail-oriented educator with a proven track record of fostering growth and success in diverse student populations, including those with exceptional needs. Skilled in identifying individual strengths, challenges, and goals, and developing personalized strategies to support academic and personal achievement. Demonstrated expertise in active listening, problem-solving, and guiding students and families to ensure they feel empowered and supported. Known for building trusting relationships, managing complex situations, and collaborating with teams to promote student development. Excited to leverage these transferable skills as an academic coach to guide college students in achieving their academic and career aspirations.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pre-K ESE Teacher

Orange County Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
  • Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for pre-K students with special needs.
  • Provide differentiated instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of pre-K students with disabilities.
  • Collaborate with parents, teachers, and specialists to support the academic, social, and emotional development of Pre-K ESE students.

Infant and Toddler Development Specialist

EARLY STEPS LEARNING CENTER
06.2022 - 07.2023
  • Provided specialized care for children with special needs, adapting activities to meet their unique requirements.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to design age-appropriate curriculum for optimal child growth and development.
  • Improved parent satisfaction by providing regular progress updates, addressing concerns, and offering support resources.

Survey Worker VIQI Class Obs.

Abt Associates
01.2022 - 04.2022
  • Conducted classroom observations using the VIQI (Classroom Assessment Scoring System: Infant and Toddler or Pre-K) tool.
  • Collected data on classroom interactions, teacher-child relationships, and the learning environment.
  • Ensured accurate and reliable data collection through meticulous observation and recording.


Pre-K Teacher

Orange County
08.2019 - 08.2021
  • Fostered a love of learning among students by maintaining an energetic teaching style and incorporating creative, interactive elements into lessons.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, enhancing family involvement in the educational process.

Education

Masters - Early Childhood Education

American College of Education
07.2023

Bachelor's - Early Childhood Education

College of Charleston
12.2016

Skills

  • Learning styles adaptation
  • Special education support
  • Individualized learning plans
  • Assessing outcomes
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving

Certification

  • Professional Educator License
  • Teaching Certification
  • Retention Advisor Certificate

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of two staff members.
  • Organized monthly mailings for child developmental newsletters.

Timeline

Pre-K ESE Teacher

Orange County Public Schools
08.2023 - Current

Infant and Toddler Development Specialist

EARLY STEPS LEARNING CENTER
06.2022 - 07.2023

Survey Worker VIQI Class Obs.

Abt Associates
01.2022 - 04.2022

Pre-K Teacher

Orange County
08.2019 - 08.2021

Bachelor's - Early Childhood Education

College of Charleston

Masters - Early Childhood Education

American College of Education
Christina Tiernan