Christy Queener
Longview,WA
Summary
Dedicated teaching professional with a proven history of consistently meeting company goals through organized practices. Skilled at thriving under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to effectively enhance the organizational brand. Solid foundation in executive support, driving organizational success. Track record includes successfully managing complex schedules, coordinating high-level meetings, and facilitating communication between departments. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, seamlessly adapting to changing needs. Expert in project management, travel arrangements, and confidential document handling. Highly reliable and resourceful, ensuring smooth operations and efficient workflow.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher - 2nd Grade
St. Rose School
Longview
08.2023 - Current
- Developed positive relationships with parents, communicating regularly about student progress and classroom happenings.
- Facilitated growth in students' mathematical skills using interactive exercises.
- Provided individualized support for struggling learners, fostering a growth mindset and boosting confidence in their abilities. Showed 80% growth averages for struggling learners.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational best practices and improve teaching effectiveness.
- Improved reading comprehension skills by 85% through implementing guided reading groups and literature circles.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers as a Master Teacher providing guidance on effective lesson planning, assessment strategies, and classroom management techniques.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
Professional Photographer/Business Owner
Royal Image Photography/freelance
Longview, WA
12.2020 - Current
- Edited, toned, captioned and submitted photographs for publication. End result was 5 magazines highlighting Royal Image Photography out of 6 submissions.
- Provided excellent customer service and account regulation, strengthening client relations and boosting revenue with return of 90% customers over 2 years.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects including fashion/ modeling/ architecture and horror film projects. .
Teacher
Longview School District
Longview, WA
09.2018 - 07.2023
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards. Achieving 75% pass rate on pre exam scores.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning to grow 75% increase in scores.
- Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects increasing student participation.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of integrated classroom.
- Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Teacher
Toledo School District
Toledo, WA
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives and increase stakeholder buy-in..
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom increasing scores above 75%.
- Maintained accurate records and plans for differentiation of lessons for student needs and goals with 80% success pass rate.
Teacher
Federal Way School District
Federal Way , Washington
08.2015 - 06.2017
- Served on leadership team implementing school wide plans and actionable
- Piloted new curriculum for ELA in 2nd year of teaching choosing the best fit for district.
Fuel Systems Mechanic
United States Air Force, USAF
Tucson, AZ
02.1998 - 08.2002
- Repaired, maintained and installed structural components of A-10 and C-130 Aircraft.
- Inspected essential components and systems on Aircraft to confirm safety, operability and compliance with regulatory standards using wide range of testing equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects, ensuring timely completion and high-quality workmanship.
Education
Masters of Education - Educational Leadership
Concordia University
Portland, OR06.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
National Universtiy
La Jolla, CA06.2016
Skills
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Literacy development
- Assessment strategies
- Data-driven instruction
- Multitasking and organization
- Problem-solving skills
- Technology integration
- Organizational skills
- Conflict resolution
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Community partnerships
- Progress reporting
Timeline
Teacher - 2nd Grade
St. Rose School
08.2023 - Current
Professional Photographer/Business Owner
Royal Image Photography/freelance
12.2020 - Current
Teacher
Longview School District
09.2018 - 07.2023
Teacher
Toledo School District
09.2017 - 06.2018
Teacher
Federal Way School District
08.2015 - 06.2017
Fuel Systems Mechanic
United States Air Force, USAF
02.1998 - 08.2002
Masters of Education - Educational Leadership
Concordia University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
National Universtiy