Christine Adams
Ponchatoula,LA
Summary
Although my experience is embedded in education, I primarily taught language arts. As far as proofreading abilities, I am highly skilled in editing for grammar, spelling, language usage, and overall content for clarity and consistency. I was often sought out by my colleagues to proofread documents. I find it very rewarding to increase my vocabulary and practice this daily. I accomplish this by reading a variety of genres. I keep a journal of my newly acquired words and strive to use them in my day to day conversations. I am also highly skilled in grammar and language usage. I pay very close attention to detail in many aspects of my life, particularly when proofreading documents. I am currently enrolled in an online proofreading course to further my experience in this area.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Recovery/Literacy Teacher
St, Charles Parish Public Schools
Luling, LA, Louisiana
08.1996 - 02.2021
- Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
- Supervised small reading groups of students.
- Promoted love of reading and literacy to all students.
- Assessed and reported on each student's reading progress in accordance with policies developed by school district.
- Affirmatively communicated and promoted positive attitude with each and every student.
- Contacted parents to discuss student progress and notify about class issues.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
First Grade Teacher
St. Charles Parish Public Schools
Destrehan, LA, Louisiana
08.1990 - 07.1996
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.
First Grade Teacher
St. Charles Parish Public Schools
St. Rose, LA, LA
01.1989 - 07.1990
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.
First Grade Teacher
Jefferson Parish Public Schools
New Orleans, LA, LA
01.1988 - 12.1988
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA12.1987
Skills
- Social and Academic Development
- Student Needs Assessments
- Providing Feedback
- Setting Learning Targets
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Common Core Standards
- Classroom Discipline
- Nurturing Environment
- Classroom Practices
- Group Activities
- Lesson Management
- Industry Best Practices
- Collaborative Environments
- Instructional Strategies
- Excellent Writing Skills
- Lesson Preparation
- Instructional Techniques
- Behavior Modification
- Classroom Inclusion
- Team Collaboration
- Lunch and Recess Supervision
- Grading Homework and Tests
- Curriculum Planning and Implementation
- Curriculum Understanding
Reading, Crafting, Sewing
As a retired teacher (after 33 years), I am able to read even more books than I was able to while teaching. Retirement has also afforded me the time to dedicate to crafting and sewing.
Timeline
Reading Recovery/Literacy Teacher
St, Charles Parish Public Schools
08.1996 - 02.2021
First Grade Teacher
St. Charles Parish Public Schools
08.1990 - 07.1996
First Grade Teacher
St. Charles Parish Public Schools
01.1989 - 07.1990
First Grade Teacher
Jefferson Parish Public Schools
01.1988 - 12.1988
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Southeastern Louisiana University
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