Christina Marie Fongemie
Waterbury,CT
Summary
Dynamic and effective educator with demonstrated capabilities in instructional effectiveness and accountability. Committed to creating a synergistic and professional learning environment so that all members of the organization reach optimal success. Valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
English Language Arts Curriculum Leader
Long River Middle School
Prospect, CT
09.2015 - Current
- Develop and provide direct services, technical assistance, and innovative professional development in area of English education with emphasis on methodologies and strategies to ensure instructional effectiveness.
- Collaborate with classroom ELA teachers, campus principals, and district-level administration to evaluate instructional effectiveness to create optimal learning program for all student
- Identify team weak points and implement corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Analyze data trends to inform decision-making processes, leading to more informed choices for future actions.
- Manage budgets and resources, ensuring optimal allocation towards achieving organizational objectives.
- Apply strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain department efficiency and organize workflows.
- Achieve results by working with staff to meet established targets.
- Handle department and parental concerns, resolve issues, and adjust policies to meet changing needs.
Grade 8 English Language Arts Teacher
Regional School District #16
Prospect, CT
08.2002 - Current
- Direct classroom-based curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
- Improve student success rates through personalized attention, tailored lesson plans, and one-on-one support.
- Develop engaging curriculum aligned with state standards and focus on critical thinking, reading, and writing.
- Mentor new teachers in department to ensure smooth transition into school community.
- Create safe and nurturing classroom environment that promotes emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Implement behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Improve classroom management techniques by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations.
- Support students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provide one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in art education.
- Collaborate with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Collaborate with colleagues to expand cross-curricular connections, enriching students'' overall educational experience.
- Enhance learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to needs of special education students.
- Connect with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, concerns, and achievements.
- Evaluate student progress regularly through assessments, providing targeted feedback for improvement.
- Enhance student creativity by incorporating hands-on projects and interactive learning experiences.
- Promote positive learning environment by fostering collaboration, teamwork, and respect among students.
- Develop and implement various thematic lesson plans, utilizing age-appropriate material and focusing on relevant topics.
- Assess student work and provide constructive feedback.
- Collaborate with colleagues to create stimulating English Language Arts curriculum.
- Enhanced classroom instruction with multimedia presentations.
- Facilitate after-school clubs and activities for students to hone skills.
- Use technology in classrooms to integrate technology and multimedia tools into ELA lessons and enhance student learning.
- Evaluate and grade students' class work, projects, assignments, and papers.
- Adapt instruction to meet individual student needs to differentiate instruction to meet student's diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Communicate with parents to maintain regular communication about student progress and any concerns.
- Incorporate student interests and experiences to make learning relevant and meaningful.
- Attend department meetings and collaborate with other English Language Arts teachers.
- Create supportive and inclusive learning environments to foster positive classrooms that support student growth and learning.
- Provide regular feedback and assign grades based on student performance.
- Manage classroom behavior to establish and maintain clear classroom behavior and discipline expectations.
- Assessed student learning to evaluate student learning and progress through tests, performances, and portfolios.
- Monitor efficacy of instructional interventions that support continuous and measurable improvements in student achievement.
- Conduct and coordinate personal professional development to measure effectiveness of classroom educational programs.
Education
Professional Educator Certificate
ConnecticutMaster of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Western Governor's University
Salt Lake City, Utah05.2024
Master of Science - Education
University of New England
Biddeford, ME05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Psychology & Behavioral Sciences
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT05.1994
No Degree - College Preparatory
Holy Cross High School
Waterbury, CT 05.1989
Skills
- Expertise in instructional effectiveness
- Broad understanding of research processes and data analysis
- Ability to provide leadership in institutional compliance
- Knowledge of systems and data management and analysis
- Expertise in professional development
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong collaborator skills with system-wide personnel
- Experience with instructional design and planning
- Strong interpersonal and team-building skills
- Ability to facilitate ongoing processes for institutional planning and evaluation
Timeline
English Language Arts Curriculum Leader
Long River Middle School
09.2015 - Current
Grade 8 English Language Arts Teacher
Regional School District #16
08.2002 - Current
Professional Educator Certificate
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Western Governor's University
Master of Science - Education
University of New England
Bachelor of Science - Psychology & Behavioral Sciences
Central Connecticut State University
No Degree - College Preparatory
Holy Cross High School
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