Cristina Golder
Northport,New York
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record of fostering an inclusive classroom environment. Cultivates strong relationships with students, ensuring each individual feels valued and supported. Committed to delivering engaging lessons that inspire a love for learning and promote academic success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
4th Grade Classroom Teacher & Grade Team Leader
Dream Charter School – Formally Harlem RBI
08.2022 - Current
- Executed lesson planning for teams and individuals to boost student engagement.
- Developed differentiated lesson plans aligned with IEP goals and monitored student data.
- Implemented creative lesson plans that significantly increased student motivation.
- Enhanced reading comprehension skills through targeted instruction and guided practice.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to effectively address diverse learning needs.
3rd Grade Classroom Teacher and Grade Team Leader
Ascend Charter School
08.2018 - 07.2022
- Delivered adapted lessons developed by Ascend Learning Network.
- Mentored teachers in lesson planning and conducted weekly observations.
- Collaborated with leadership to plan and execute community events.
- Utilized Responsive Classroom model to enhance classroom behavior and environment.
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher and Grade Team Leader
Atlantis Charter School
08.2015 - 08.2018
- Served as liaison between staff and administration to enhance communication and collaboration.
- Planned and implemented curriculum aligned with Common Core State Standards for 2nd grade.
- Tutored 2nd grade students for three consecutive years, focusing on academic improvement.
- Instructed summer school sessions to reinforce learning objectives for 2nd grade students.
- Coordinated Family Literacy Night and supervised events such as Math Tech Night.
- Participated in STEM Night and organized winter and spring concert activities.
- Mentored students to foster engagement and support academic success.
Student Teaching
New York City Public School 123Q
03.2015 - 05.2015
- Cultivated strong relationships with students to boost engagement and learning outcomes.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences to review student progress.
- Conducted evaluations at IEP meetings to identify individual student needs.
- Created lesson plans aligned with Common Core Learning Standards for uniformity.
Student Teaching
Riverton Street Charter School
09.2014 - 12.2014
- Conducted over 100 hours of observation in a fifth-grade inclusive classroom.
- Collaborated on lesson plans and assessments, both formal and informal.
- Assisted classroom teacher during school trips to enhance student engagement.
Student Teaching
New York City Public School 82Q
09.2013 - 03.2014
- Conducted over 50 hours of observation in inclusive first-grade classroom, documenting student interactions and classroom management practices.
- Fostered positive learning environment to enhance engagement and build rapport with students and educators.
Education
Masters in Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Boston University
01.2017
Bachelors of Science - Childhood Education
SUNY College at Old Westbury
01.2015
Skills
- Childhood education certification (1-6)
- Suicide prevention training (QPR)
- Native Spanish speaker
- Parental engagement strategies
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Social-emotional learning
Certification
Professional NYS Teaching License
Timeline
4th Grade Classroom Teacher & Grade Team Leader
Dream Charter School – Formally Harlem RBI
08.2022 - Current
3rd Grade Classroom Teacher and Grade Team Leader
Ascend Charter School
08.2018 - 07.2022
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher and Grade Team Leader
Atlantis Charter School
08.2015 - 08.2018
Student Teaching
New York City Public School 123Q
03.2015 - 05.2015
Student Teaching
Riverton Street Charter School
09.2014 - 12.2014
Student Teaching
New York City Public School 82Q
09.2013 - 03.2014
Bachelors of Science - Childhood Education
SUNY College at Old Westbury
Masters in Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Boston University
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