Christine Schneider
Maple Shade Township
Summary
Flexible Elementary Teacher guides learning process through clear objectives, units and projects to achieve curriculum goals. Employs instructional techniques and media, consistent to meet capabilities of students. Exemplifies standards of classroom behavior. Motivated Elementary School Teacher with experience guiding students with proven teaching methods and positive interactions. Enthusiastic about helping students understand subject materials and educating on social and general learning skills. Kind and caring attitude when communicating with children. Encouraging Elementary School Teacher skilled in assignment supervision, test administration and student support. Patient and resourceful educator with 20+ years of comprehensive experience instructing students individually and in groups. Commended for easily cultivating productive and trusting relationships with both students and parents. Caring Elementary School Teacher offering 20+ years of experience teaching all subjects to K-6-grade students. Passionate about meeting all students' learning needs through various types of teaching.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
2nd Grade Elementary Teacher
Camden City Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
- Planned learning activities to address individual differences among students.
- 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.
- Utilized assessment data to inform instructional decisions, tailoring lessons to meet the diverse needs of each student in the classroom.
- Served as an advocate for students within the broader school community, working closely with administrators, support staff, and parents to ensure individual needs were met.
- Cultivated strong relationships with students, fostering mutual respect and trust while providing emotional support when needed.
- Established and maintained standards for behavior that fostered student self-discipline and positive relationships among students.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
4th Grade Elementary Teacher
Freedom Prep Charter School
08.2019 - 06.2023
- Maintained positive classroom culture through behavior management techniques.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Provided positive feedback with emphasis on learning from mistakes to establish solid foundation for progress.
- Explored foundational learning concepts with students through hands-on activities, videos and class discussions.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Deployed assessment data to drive instruction and student mastery of standards.
- Built strong relationships with parents and students, driving investment in academics.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Prepared daily and weekly lesson plans to help students meet learning goals.
- Administered and graded class tests to evaluate student progress and comprehension.
- Envision Math/Stemscopes Science Curriculum
- PBIS Rewards
- Utilize various technology platforms
5th/6th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Millville Public Charter School
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Responsible for 62 students within 2 classes
- Created lesson plans that aligned with NJ Standards
- Parent Teacher Conferences/Progress Report Conferences
- Daily Data Collection
- Strong Classroom Management System in Place
- Math Gallery Walks
- Center Based Learning
- Weekly Communication with Families
- Class Newsletter
Educational Assistant
Cherry Hill/Haddonfield Public Schools
10.2016 - 08.2018
- Communicated and collaborated well with educators from various grade levels.
- Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and curriculum implementation.
- Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
- Planned and led activities to develop students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
- Monitored students in class, hallways and cafeteria to enforce school rules.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
- Graded assignments and tests and documented results into filing systems.
- Tutored and assisted children individually and in small groups to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
One-On-One Aide
Brookfield Elementary School
01.2016 - 09.2016
- Intensive behavioral and therapeutic interventions
- Provided academic and emotional support
- Worked with an emotionally challenged/behaviorally aggressive student
- Worked closely with classroom teachers
- Communicated students needs effectively
- Ensured students emotional and academic needs were met
- Restraint trained (Handle with Care)
Transitional Kindergarten Teacher
The Grace Place
11.2014 - 02.2015
- Created and maintained safe learning environment for students.
- Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
- Developed lesson plans consistent with established guidelines and goals.
- Coordinated conferences with parents to discuss student progress and establish goals for improvement and advancement.
- Provided religious education/environment
Kindergarten Teacher
Bright Beginnings Academy
04.2012 - 08.2014
- Prepared students for state required achievement assessments.
- Coordinated conferences with parents to discuss student progress and establish goals for improvement and advancement.
- Developed lesson plans consistent with established guidelines and goals.
- Created and maintained safe learning environment for students.
- Established and reinforced rules for behavior policies and procedures to maintain order among students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
SUNY College At Brockport
Brockport, NY05.1997
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts and General Studies
Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NY05.1994
Skills
- Certified NJ educator
- Effective classroom organization
- Encouraging feedback
- Effective conflict resolution
- Lesson Planning
- Effective relationship management
- Positive behavior strategies
- Supportive learning environment
- Collaborative teaching
- Proficient in Google Classroom
- Patience and Persistence
- Multitasking and Organization
- Class Dojo, PBIS
- Clever
- Parent-teacher communication
- I-Ready
Accomplishments
- Former Grade Level Chairperson Upper Academy Grades 3-5
- Former Mentor to 2 Novice Teachers
- Former Sunshine Club Co-Chair
- Former Girl Scout Troop Leader
- Soccer Coach 19 years (Travel and Recreation)
- Former Soccer Board Member
- Member of Phi Sigma Sigma
- Executive Council, Athletics Chair, Judicial Board
- Former member of the S.C.C.C. Women's Soccer Team
- Current Teacher for the Owls Readiness Program
- Sunshine and PBIS Club
- Donors Choose
Education and Training
Orton Gillingham Turnkey Training
Timeline
2nd Grade Elementary Teacher
Camden City Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
4th Grade Elementary Teacher
Freedom Prep Charter School
08.2019 - 06.2023
5th/6th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Millville Public Charter School
08.2018 - 08.2019
Educational Assistant
Cherry Hill/Haddonfield Public Schools
10.2016 - 08.2018
One-On-One Aide
Brookfield Elementary School
01.2016 - 09.2016
Transitional Kindergarten Teacher
The Grace Place
11.2014 - 02.2015
Kindergarten Teacher
Bright Beginnings Academy
04.2012 - 08.2014
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts and General Studies
Suffolk County Community College
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
SUNY College At Brockport
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