Christine Harrison
Naples
Summary
Seasoned educator with a proven track record at Montessori Academy of Naples, excelling in classroom management and differentiated instruction. Fostered emotional and academic growth through innovative curriculum planning and social-emotional learning strategies. Demonstrated exceptional parent-teacher communication, ensuring active family involvement in the educational process.
Energetic and compassionate individual with knack for creating engaging and nurturing learning environments. Possesses foundational understanding of early childhood education principles and adept at integrating creative lesson plans with essential literacy and numeracy skills. Committed to fostering positive impact on young learners' development and growth.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
VPK Teacher
Montessori Academy of Naples
11.2023 - Current
- Strength student emotional growth by incorporating social-emotional learning strategies into daily routines and lessons
- Curriculum planning and implementation
- Classroom Management
- Child Observation and Assessment
- Basic Care Needs
- Develop basic skills: colors, shapes, letters, and numbers
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
The Village School of Naples
08.2013 - 06.2020
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom.
- Guided learning process through use of clearly established goals and objectives to meet student and district goals and objectives.
- Established and maintained highly structured classroom culture where students demonstrated respect, responsibility and dedication to studies.
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
- Developed strong relationships with students, earning their trust and respect while providing mentorship both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Organized engaging field trips to enhance curriculum content, exposing students to real-world applications of their studies.
- Created classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to development and skill level of students.
- Promoted parental involvement in their child''s education by maintaining open lines of communication and hosting regular parent-teacher conferences.
- Collaborated with other teachers to develop cross-curricular lessons, promoting a deeper understanding of subject matter.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by actively participating in faculty meetings, committees, and special events throughout the year.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively through consistent expectations, clear rules, and appropriate consequences for undesirable actions.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
2nd Grade Elementary Teacher
Golden Gate Elementary
08.2011 - 06.2013
- Established and maintained standards for behavior that fostered student self-discipline and positive relationships among students.
- Cultivated strong relationships with students, fostering mutual respect and trust while providing emotional support when needed.
- Established and adjusted instructional goals and objectives to reflect district and school goals, curriculum policies and knowledge, skills, progress and needs of students.
- Enhanced student reading skills by implementing guided reading groups and individualized instruction plans.
- Supported struggling learners through one-on-one intervention sessions, utilizing research-based strategies to address identified skill gaps effectively.
- Planned learning activities to address individual differences among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units of study that connected various subject areas for a more cohesive learning experience.
3rd-5th Special Education Teacher
Woodland Elementary School
08.2010 - 06.2011
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
2nd Grade Elementary Teacher
Crystal Lake Elementary
08.2005 - 06.2008
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by employing proactive approaches, including setting high expectations for conduct and consistently enforcing rules fairly.
- Enhanced student reading skills by implementing guided reading groups and individualized instruction plans.
- Planned learning activities to address individual differences among students.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
The University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL12-2005
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Social-emotional learning
- Classroom management
- Positive reinforcement
- Lesson planning
- Group and individual instruction
- Curriculum planning
- Student-Centered Learning
- Test Preparation
- Field Trip Organization
- Differentiated Instruction
Timeline
VPK Teacher
Montessori Academy of Naples
11.2023 - Current
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
The Village School of Naples
08.2013 - 06.2020
2nd Grade Elementary Teacher
Golden Gate Elementary
08.2011 - 06.2013
3rd-5th Special Education Teacher
Woodland Elementary School
08.2010 - 06.2011
2nd Grade Elementary Teacher
Crystal Lake Elementary
08.2005 - 06.2008
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
The University of Central Florida
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