Christy Hargrave
Sugar Land Baptist CDO
SUGARLAND,TX
26
years of professional experience
Dynamic educator with expertise in lesson planning, effective classroom management, and parent-teacher communication. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment and mentoring new teachers to enhance instructional practices.
Work History
Lead Teacher
7 Years 2 Months- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive learning environment through effective classroom management strategies.
- Mentored and trained new teachers in instructional best practices and classroom techniques.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's educational growth and address concerns.
Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom
3 Years 9 Months- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum fostering social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Supervised classroom activities ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all students.
- Collaborated with parents to communicate student progress and address developmental concerns.
- Trained and mentored new teachers on classroom management strategies and educational practices.
Lead Teacher, Two-Year-Olds Classroom
1 Year 8 Months- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to developmental milestones.
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment promoting social and emotional growth.
- Enhanced children's cognitive development by implementing age-appropriate and stimulating activities.
- Increased parent involvement in the learning process through regular communication and updates on their child''s progress.
Teacher 4th Grade ELA
3 Years 9 Months- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans catering to diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student participation and collaboration.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and adjusted instructional methods accordingly.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum design and address educational challenges.
- Established strong relationships with parents and community members to support student success initiatives.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
4th Grade Teacher
2 Years 9 Months- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards to enhance student learning experiences.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs of students.
- Monitored student progress through assessments and provided targeted feedback for improvement.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting respect, collaboration, and academic growth.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling
Bachelor of Arts - Theater Arts
Skills
Childcare management
Curriculum design
Activity planning
Child development
Curriculum development
Childcare needs
Parent-teacher communication
Conflict resolution
Behavior modeling
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Sugar Land Baptist CDO
08.2019 - 10.2026Read More
Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom
Methodist Day School
08.2015 - 05.2019Read More
Lead Teacher, Two-Year-Olds Classroom
Sugar Creek Baptist Preschool
08.2008 - 04.2010Read More
Teacher 4th Grade ELA
Lexington Creek Elementary School
08.2003 - 05.2007Read More
4th Grade Teacher
Longfellow Elementary School
08.2000 - 05.2003Read More
University of North Texas
Bachelor of Arts from Theater Arts
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Houston Christian Univeristy
Master of Arts from Counseling
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