Christine Howard
What Cheer,IA
Summary
High-energy Teacher with solid background educating students. Maintains organized and disciplined classroom environments devoted to student learning. Caring and compassionate in addressing individual student needs and promoting positive educational experiences.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Indian Hills Community College
Ottumwa, Iowa
10.2009 - Current
- Perform clerical and office duties, enroll students in classes, assist students with organization and completion of admission and financial aid applications, supervise 8 individuals at our area centers, plan Open Houses and Sophomore Day events at KCCA Academy, As Assistant CEWS (Continuing Education Workforce Solutions) input student information into Lumens system, invoiced partnership members for courses. Utilized Outlook, Word, Excel among others to document student enrollment and invoicing.
Substitute Teacher
Oskaloosa Elementary
02.2008 - Current
- Collaborated with other teachers to ensure student success.
- Maintained a safe learning environment by enforcing school rules and regulations.
- Monitored student progress throughout the day.
- Provided feedback on assignments or projects given by the regular teacher.
- Created an environment conducive to learning while managing challenging behaviors.
- Developed creative learning strategies to engage all types of learners.
- Provided classroom instruction following regular teacher's lesson plans.
Substitute Teacher
Montezuma Schools
01.2008 - Current
- Assisted with classroom instruction, following lesson plans and providing additional support to students.
- Provided feedback to teachers on student behavior and performance in the classroom.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and behavior reports.
- Encouraged student participation and active learning in the classroom.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Left notes for head teacher about notable students, events and problems.
Substitute Teacher
North Mahaska Elementary
12.2007 - Current
- Did several long term sub positions over the years. The 2011-12 year was a year long position in 5th & 6th Grade Title I Reading, Spelling, History and students with IEP's
- Attended staff meetings, parent conferences, and other school events as required.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians in order to promote student success.
- Incorporated technology into lessons whenever possible to increase engagement.
- Supported special education teachers by collaborating on IEP goals for identified students.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop and enhance instructional strategies for maximum student achievement.
- Promoted critical thinking skills by providing open-ended questions during class discussions.
Substitute Teacher
Sigourney School
01.2007 - Current
- Maintained a safe learning environment by enforcing school rules and regulations.
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Monitored student progress throughout the day.
- Provided feedback on assignments or projects given by the regular teacher.
- Created an environment conducive to learning while managing challenging behaviors.
1st grade Teacher
Deep River Millersburg Elementary
Millersburg, Iowa
08.2008 - 05.2009
- Communicated expected behaviors and promoted structure, fairness, consistency, and respect in the classroom, served on the Character Counts Committee, attended Vast Science Training on Balls/Ramps, participated in all in-service and staff meetings, gathered materials and developed lessons to benefit differentiated learning among students
North Mahaska Elem. School
New Sharon, Iowa
10.1997 - 05.2007
- Executed small group Title I Math in 6th grade, adapted curriculum to meet needs of Autistic student, participated in several in-service and staff meetings, participated in yearly IEP meetings for Autistic student, performed clerical and general classroom duties
Preschool Teacher
Little Creations
Oskaloosa, Iowa
08.2004 - 02.2005
- Incorporated hands-on activities to go along with curriculum, instructed students on letter recognition, colors, and shapes, assessed student’s progress, parent communication
Education
Initial License K-6th Teacher Elem Classroom -
07.2012
BA Degree in Elementary Education K-6 - Education
Buena Vista University
Storm Lake, IA12-2007
Psychology
Buena Vista University
12-2007
Associate of Arts Degree - Education
Indian Hills Community College
Ottumwa, IA05-2005
Substitute License
Board Of Educational ExaminersSkills
- Organizational Skills
- Recordkeeping
- Team building
- MS Office
- Time Management
- Computer Skills
- Multitasking
- Substitute teaching
Certificatesofachievement
- Vast Training on Balls/Ramps September 2008
- Certified to run the Science Lab obtained through Elementary Science course at Buena Vista University; instructor Vera Miller
- Math Strategies for General and Special Education Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders presented by Regional Autism Services Program February 1, 2007
- Communication/Leisure Training in the TEACCH Model presented by Woodward Resource Center April 6-7,2005
- 16th Annual Early Childhood Conference November 6, 2004
- Basics of Structured Teaching in the TEACCH Model presented by Woodward Resource Center July 7-9th, 2004
- Behaviors, Transitions, & Related Issues for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders presented by Southern Prairie AEA March 13, 2004
- Boys Town-Well Managed Classroom, An Introduction Paraeducator ICN Session presented by Southern Prairie AEA January 3, 2001
- School and Classroom Behavior Issues Grades 7-12 Paraeducator ICN Session presented by Southern Prairie AEA December 6, 2000
Activities
- Graduated with honors- Phi Theta Kappa/Indian Hills Community College & Magna Cum Laude/Buena Vista University
- Inducted into Phi Theta Kappa Society November 16, 2004
- Member of praise team at Union Mills Church Spring 2007-2019
- Dean’s List
References
Lisa Watts
5th Grade Teacher
North Mahaska Elementary
641-990-4613
Ashleigh Richmond
Department Chair, Academic Resources
Indian Hills CommunityCollege
641-683-5749 W
Jennifer Boyenga
Dept Chair, Art & Sciences
Indian Hills Community College
641-683-5111 ext. 1812 W
Certification
- Substitute Teaching License folder #901226
- Initial License 2007-2012 renew with fulltime teaching position
·Other accomplishments/certifications
Vast Training on Balls/Ramps September 2008
· Certified to run the Science Lab obtained through Elementary Science course at Buena Vista University; instructor Vera Miller
· Math Strategies for General and Special Education Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders presented by Regional Autism Services Program February 1, 2007
· Communication/Leisure Training in the TEACCH Model presented by Woodward Resource Center April 6-7,2005
· 16th Annual Early Childhood Conference November 6, 2004
· Basics of Structured Teaching in the TEACCH Model presented by Woodward Resource Center July 7-9th, 2004
· Behaviors, Transitions, & Related Issues for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders presented by Southern Prairie AEA March 13, 2004
· Boys Town-Well Managed Classroom, An Introduction Paraeducator ICN Session presented by Southern Prairie AEA January 3, 2001
· School and Classroom Behavior Issues Grades 7-12 Paraeducator ICN Session presented by Southern Prairie AEA December 6, 2000
Timeline
Indian Hills Community College
10.2009 - Current
1st grade Teacher
Deep River Millersburg Elementary
08.2008 - 05.2009
Substitute Teacher
Oskaloosa Elementary
02.2008 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Montezuma Schools
01.2008 - Current
Substitute Teacher
North Mahaska Elementary
12.2007 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Sigourney School
01.2007 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Little Creations
08.2004 - 02.2005
North Mahaska Elem. School
10.1997 - 05.2007
Initial License K-6th Teacher Elem Classroom -
BA Degree in Elementary Education K-6 - Education
Buena Vista University
Psychology
Buena Vista University
Associate of Arts Degree - Education
Indian Hills Community College
Substitute License
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