Christine Spear
Williamson,GA
Summary
I worked in the field of education for 31 years, 16 as a teacher and 15 as a counselor. As a teacher, one of my key responsibilities was to create lesson plans that aligned with curriculum standards and the needs of students. Furthermore, I had to assess student progress, manage classroom discipline and communicate with co-workers and parents. As a school counselor, I am equipped to support students' academic, career and personal development. By doing these things I am ensuring that the students have a positive and successful learning environment, I also address the social and emotional challenges that students might encounter.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Part-time Counselor
Atkinson Elementary School
2023.07 - 2024.08
Bridge Teacher
Atkinson Elementary School
2023.01 - 2023.05
Reading Teacher
Atkinson Elementary School
2018.07 - 2020.12
English Teacher
Taylor Street Achievement Center
2011.07 - 2012.05
Counselor
Taylor Street Achievement Center
2008.07 - 2011.05
Counselor
Rehoboth Road Middle School
1997.07 - 2008.05
Language Arts Teacher
Taylor Street Middle School
1987.08 - 1997.05
English Teacher (Summers Only)
Griffin High School
1987.06 - 1994.06
Language Arts Teacher
Spalding Junior High Unit III
1981.09 - 1987.05
Education
Education Specialist - School Counseling
Columbus State University
Columbus, GA01.2000
Master of Education - English
West Georgia College
Carrollton, GA01.1986
Bachelor of Science - English
Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL01.1980
Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Works effectively with students, co-workers and parents
- Skilled in evaluating needs of students on an individual basis
- Skilled in working with diverse groups of students and parents
- Organized in planning lessons as well as extracurricular activities
- Skilled in working with at-risk students
- Imparts knowledge in a creative manner
- Maintains accurate student records
- Proficient in involving and motivating students to achieve educational goals
- Counsels students on an individual basis as well as in a group setting
- Collaborates and consults with administrators and teachers
- Serves as advisor to large and small clubs
- Proficient in preparing lesson plans
- Skilled in working with students that have behavioral problems
- Organizes field trips for large and small groups of students
- Assists students with class schedules
- Building rapport
Certification
- Gifted Certification / Griffin RESA / 2009
- School Counseling / Columbus State / 1996
- Teacher Support Specialist / Griffin RESA / 1995
Timeline
Part-time Counselor
Atkinson Elementary School
2023.07 - 2024.08
Bridge Teacher
Atkinson Elementary School
2023.01 - 2023.05
Reading Teacher
Atkinson Elementary School
2018.07 - 2020.12
English Teacher
Taylor Street Achievement Center
2011.07 - 2012.05
Counselor
Taylor Street Achievement Center
2008.07 - 2011.05
Counselor
Rehoboth Road Middle School
1997.07 - 2008.05
Language Arts Teacher
Taylor Street Middle School
1987.08 - 1997.05
English Teacher (Summers Only)
Griffin High School
1987.06 - 1994.06
Language Arts Teacher
Spalding Junior High Unit III
1981.09 - 1987.05
Master of Education - English
West Georgia College
Bachelor of Science - English
Alabama State University
Education Specialist - School Counseling
Columbus State University