Christine Kolar
Orange,Tx
Summary
Educator with 21 years of classroom experience who is seeking a teaching position in Elementary Education. Experienced in data-driven instruction, differentiated learning and effective communication. Committed fostering positive classroom environments and driving student engagement.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
4th Grade ELAR/Bilingual
Sam Houston Elementary Port Arthur ISD
Port Arthur, Texas, USA
01.2016 - Current
- Developed educational objectives and lesson plans that included ELPS for the subjects of Reading, Language Arts, and Social Studies.
- Facilitate and instruct students through modeling, group and independent work.
- Observe, evaluate, and record students’ progress.
- Trained and knowledgeable of TELPAS testing.
- Responsible for all ELL IEP’s for LPAC committee.
- Tutored struggling students in an after school tutorial program.
- Responsible for identifying and placing students in RTI and completing all necessary paperwork.
- Grade Level Chair.
- A.R. Committee.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
Special Education Inclusion Aide
LCM High School
Texas, USA
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Work with different Students in various classes according to their needs in the specific class.
- Maintain accurate records of assistance provided to students.
4th Grade TeacherTE
Coston Elementary/ Lufkin ISD
Lufkin, Texas, USA
01.2005 - 01.2013
- Developed educational objectives and lesson plans that included ELPS for the subjects of Reading, Language Arts, and Social Studies.
- Facilitate and instruct students through modeling, group and independent work.
- Observe, evaluate, and record students’ progress.
- Trained and tested yearly for Telpas Testing and Rating of ELL students.
- Member of Social Studies curriculum committee.
- Secretary for Lufkin DEIC committee.
- Facilitated an Instructional Focus presentation involving both students and Lufkin ISD Board Members in 2012.
- UIL Coach for 4th grade Spelling, and also Oral Reading in past years.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies, Language Arts & Reading
Lamar University
Beaumont, Texas12-2003
Skills
- Schoology
- Accelerated Reader/STAR
- iReady
- Eschools
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Customer service
- Class Dojo for parent communication
- Lead4ward
Certification
- English Language Arts and Reading Grades (4-8)
- English as a Second Language Supplemental Grades (4-8)
- Designated Exemplary Teacher- Texas Teacher Incentive Allotment
- Gifted & Talented
Timeline
4th Grade ELAR/Bilingual
Sam Houston Elementary Port Arthur ISD
01.2016 - Current
Special Education Inclusion Aide
LCM High School
08.2013 - 05.2014
4th Grade TeacherTE
Coston Elementary/ Lufkin ISD
01.2005 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies, Language Arts & Reading
Lamar University
Professional Development
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