Christina Valentin
Albany,NY
Summary
Passionate certified elementary teacher with many years of experience working with children of various abilities and socioeconomic backgrounds. Expert developing lesson plans and creating custom class materials. Proficient using positive behavioral intervention supports to foster respectful and caring learning environments. Versatile student-centered approach consistently supporting student achievements.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Curriculum Development/Program Facilitator
Tinker & Fiddle
07.2019 - Current
- Wrote curriculum for after-school program, entitled “Teach, Taste, Code,” which incorporated lessons integrating math, ELA, science, technology, and social studies
- Created detailed lesson plans for each lesson, which included appropriate activities, resources, transitions and assessments
- Developed learning objectives for each lesson to align with NYS Learning Standards
- Assisted with facilitating hands-on activities for summer and after-school science programs to include behavior management and fulfilling learning objectives
- Collaborated with CEO and other staff to reflect on implementation of learning programs and made adjustments as needed
Technical Lead, Content Researcher
BidNet
12.2013 - Current
- Input data and information from government bid documents into database, with at least 110% efficiency each month
- Research tickets and resolve issues for broken URLs and inactive agents
- Oversee research team, including conducting weekly meetings and managing production reports
- Monitor daily reports for issues and communicate with production and tech teams as needed
Substitute Teacher
Capital Region BOCES
10.2009 - 06.2012
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Student Teacher, Fifth Grade
Roots Academy At West Hill
10.2010 - 12.2010
- Engaged students by designing and implementing lessons that incorporated hands-on activities and art to appeal to various academic strengths and weaknesses among students
- Implemented behavior management system in which students were rewarded for maintaining appropriate behavior and participating in class
- Evaluated student progress through variety of assessments, including homework assignment, quizzes, test and observation
- Communicated with parents on consistent basis through weekly reports with regards to individual student's academic and behavioral progress for week
Student Teacher, Grade 1
Mater Christi School
09.2010 - 10.2010
- Prepared and taught creative, hands-on lessons that used variety materials and activities to engage students
- Incorporated use of Smart Board technology to make lessons more visual and interactive for students
- Evaluated student progress through various means of assessment, including projects and center activities
- Allocated appropriate amounts of time for each subject depending on lesson, making adjustments in planning schedules as needed
Education
Master of Arts - Childhood Education
The College of Saint Rose
Albany, NYNo Degree - Special Education
The College of Saint Rose
Albany, NYBachelor of Arts - Communications
The College of Saint Rose
Albany, NYSkills
- Program and Classroom Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Curriculum Development
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
Certification
- Childhood Education (1-6), Issued May 2023
- Students with Disabilities (1-6), pending NYSED approval
Additional Information
- Classroom volunteer, New Scotland Elementary School
- Just Run volunteer, New Scotland Elementary School
- Girl Scouts of America, Troop Leader for girls in grades K-6
Timeline
Director of Curriculum Development/Program Facilitator
Tinker & Fiddle
07.2019 - Current
Technical Lead, Content Researcher
BidNet
12.2013 - Current
Student Teacher, Fifth Grade
Roots Academy At West Hill
10.2010 - 12.2010
Student Teacher, Grade 1
Mater Christi School
09.2010 - 10.2010
Substitute Teacher
Capital Region BOCES
10.2009 - 06.2012
Master of Arts - Childhood Education
The College of Saint Rose
No Degree - Special Education
The College of Saint Rose
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
The College of Saint Rose
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