Christine Guerra
Manassas,VA
Summary
Passionate and Energetic Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse Mathematical curriculums. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts through hands-on, manipulative classroom instruction, discussion and exploration. Successful in helping students develop strong mathematical literacy, numeracy, and computational skills. Provides a warm, safe and educational environment for all students and staff to ensure everyone can grow to their highest potential. Co-Teacher and Peer Mentor who supports others with current mathematical methodologies and strategies to promote personal growth, in addition to, student success.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Prince William County Public Schools
09.1996 - Current
- Co-teaches and differentiates curriculum in grades 3-8 mathematics classrooms to help implement an engaging, hands-on and rigorous curriculum allowing students to understand, discuss and make deeper connections.
- Develops remedial activities to support all learners based on their ongoing formative and summative math assessments in grades 3-8.
- Develops and Maintains our Before/After School Tutoring and Summer School Programs each academic year, giving all students the ability to continue to strengthen their foundation and mastering all standards.
- Serves on several school and county committees such as, Porter Watchlist and Middle School CLT, PWCS Math Department, PWCS Geometry CLT and ELementary/Middle Chair to support all students and staff to achieve their personal best.
- Member of VCTM, NCTM, BVNCTM and VCMS to continue personal growth as an educator and to stay abreast of current mathematical standards and how best to implement them to ensure student and teacher success.
- Mentor Teacher for New Math Educators to provide guidance with curriculum standards and implementation, assessments, and classroom management, in addition to, both personal and student success.
- Instructs Career Investigation Encore classes to seventh grade students to help them explore their interests and find a potential careers that fits them best.
- Communicates with students, teachers, Admin and Parents to ensure positive climate and culture, while also increasing on-time graduation rates.
Math Tutor
Self-employeed
09.1990 - Current
- Assisted students in developing study skills and strategies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through assessments, modifying instruction as needed to address gaps in understanding or mastery.
- Boosted student confidence in problem-solving by providing individualized support and targeted feedback during tutoring sessions.
- Implemented creative problem-solving techniques to make complex mathematical concepts more accessible to all learners.
- Tutored math students of all ages and abilities, from elementary school to college level.
- Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
- Empowered students to take ownership of their learning by setting achievable goals and tracking progress over time.
Math Teacher
Richard Milburn High School
01.1998 - 05.2003
- Instructed At-risk students in Algebra, Geometry and Algebra 2 courses to help reach their individual goals and ensure they were able to graduate on time.
- Provided small group support for students with learning issues and alternative needs, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Developed engaging, hands-on curriculum and assessments to meet the needs of all students, ensuring their understanding of all state standards.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA08.1997
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA04.1994
Skills
- Team-Work
- Student/Peer/Parent/Admin Communication
- Curriculum Development
- Standards Based Grading
- Responsive Classroom Management
- Manipulative Hands-On Curriculum
- Alternative Learning Methods
- Technology based curriculum
- Critical Thinking Skills
- Student-Centered Learning
- Inquiry-based learning
- Differentiated Instruction
Certification
- Middle School Math Endorsement
- High School Math Endorsement
Timeline
Math Teacher
Richard Milburn High School
01.1998 - 05.2003
Teacher
Prince William County Public Schools
09.1996 - Current
Math Tutor
Self-employeed
09.1990 - Current
Master of Arts - Education
George Mason University
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics
George Mason University
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