Cristel Hines
Baytown
Summary
Dedicated retired educator with expertise in differentiated instruction, fostering collaboration, and effective classroom management. Proven ability to create engaging lesson plans that enhance student learning and participation.
Overview
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Certification
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35
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Pasadena ISD
Pasadena, TX
08.2004 - 05.2026
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive learning environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods to tailor instruction effectively.
- Integrated technology into classroom activities to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that promoted critical thinking skills.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and instructional strategies.
- Organized parent-teacher conferences to strengthen communication between home and school communities.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
Elementary School Teacher
Diocese of Galveson/Houston
Houston, TX
08.1991 - 07.2004
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns as needed.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX05-1991
Associate of Arts - Behavioral Sciences
San Jacinto College
Pasadena, TX08-1989
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Technology integration
- Elementary education
- Child development
- Collaborative teamwork
- Problem-solving skills
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Oral communication
- Conflict resolution
- Relationship building
- Multitasking
- Child development
Certification
Texas State Teacher Certification EC-4 Generalist
Texas State Teacher Certification EC-4 ESL
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Pasadena ISD
08.2004 - 05.2026
Elementary School Teacher
Diocese of Galveson/Houston
08.1991 - 07.2004
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Sam Houston State University
Associate of Arts - Behavioral Sciences
San Jacinto College