Christine Simon
Summary
Education professional with strong background in guiding students towards academic success and personal growth. Expertise in advising, developing educational plans, and fostering positive relationships. Known for team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving impactful results. Skilled in communication, mentoring, and problem-solving, with focus on student-centered approaches.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Livingston Educational Service Agency
01.2024 - Current
- Implements teacher-approved plan of instruction to students
- Utilizes assistive technology tools to help students access curriculum materials more effectively
- Documents student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues
- Participates in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices for special education instruction and support services
- Partners with speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other related service providers to ensure comprehensive support for each individual student's growth and progress
Youth Mentor
Honest Growth
12.2022 - Current
- Counsels students regarding educational issues such as truancy, study habits and career planning.
- Coordinates with parents/guardians, teachers, and administrators to ensure consistent support for the youth's overall development
- Establishes a safe and supportive environment for open discussion, fostering strong relationships between mentors and mentees
- Serves as a positive role model by exhibiting strong work ethic, time management skills, and commitment to personal growth throughout the mentoring relationship
- Provides academic support through tutoring sessions, contributing to improved grades and study habits among mentees
Long Term Guest Teacher
Shepherd of the Lakes
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Implemented classroom instruction and management strategies that created a safe, respectful learning environment for all 6th, 7th and 8th grade students
- Collaborated with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning
- Assisted students in coping with the death of their teacher
Educator
Pinckney Community Schools
08.2000 - 06.2022
- Utilized data-driven instruction to target areas of weakness and continuously improve student performance throughout the school year
- Created and led professional development workshops, sharing innovative teaching strategies with peers
- Promoted a growth mindset among students, encouraging them to view setbacks as opportunities for learning and growth
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students
- Served on various school committees focused on improving policies or procedures related to academics, safety, or equity issues – driving positive change at an institutional level
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy, accommodating diverse learning needs and styles.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Marygrove College
Detroit, MI06.1999
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Messiah University
Mechanicsburg, PA05.1994
Skills
- Leadership
- Time Management
- Special Education
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Behavior management
- Remote learning
Certification
- Professional Elementary Education Certificate - Michigan Department of Education
- CPR and First Aid Certification
- CPI Certification
Timeline
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Livingston Educational Service Agency
01.2024 - Current
Long Term Guest Teacher
Shepherd of the Lakes
01.2023 - 04.2023
Youth Mentor
Honest Growth
12.2022 - Current
Educator
Pinckney Community Schools
08.2000 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Messiah University
- Professional Elementary Education Certificate - Michigan Department of Education
- CPR and First Aid Certification
- CPI Certification
Master of Arts - Education
Marygrove College
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