Karina Ulibarri
Simi Valley,CA
Summary
Dedicated Student-centric Instructor, Academic Facilitator and Motivational Coach. Adept at working with teachers and educational professionals to improve lesson plans and curriculum. Well-versed in childhood education strategies. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies. .
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Grade Level Team Leader
Lockhurst Drive Charter Elementary School
08.2017 - Current
- Increased student engagement by incorporating project-based learning opportunities that allowed students to apply knowledge in real-world contexts.
- Coordinated with other grade-level team leaders to share best practices, fostering a collaborative learning environment across the school.
- Established positive relationships with parents, keeping them informed about student progress and addressing concerns promptly.
- Organized extracurricular events such as field trips or guest speakers to enhance learning experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
- Championed inclusive education practices, supporting staff in meeting the diverse needs of all students within the grade level team.
- Mentored new teachers within the grade level, providing guidance on classroom management techniques and curriculum implementation.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Monitored student performance data, identifying trends and areas for improvement in both teaching methods and curriculum content.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities.
Stay At Home Mom
06.2014 - 12.2016
- Pursuing bachelor degree in education
Extended Day Supervisor
Veterans Elementary School
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Supervise children in grades K-6 after-school program
- Plan and conducted large group activities and crafts
- Maintain custody logs and record absences
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
Stay At Home Mom
Self-employed
05.2006 - 07.2012
- Time management
- Mediation and conflict resolution
- Problem solving
English Program Coordinator
Total ESL
07.2003 - 01.2006
- Teach English language lessons to students age 5 through 11
- Assist in curriculum development and student placement
- Incorporate a variety of skill-building activities for reading, writing, speaking, and listening
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Spearheaded community outreach initiatives to increase program enrollment and awareness of available resources.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
Concordia University Irvine
Irvine, CA06.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UTContinuing Education Credits
Elementary Education, Multiple Subject Teaching Credential -
Skills
- Feedback Delivery
- Teacher Mentoring
- Cultural Competency
- Project-based learning
- Team Collaboration
- Responsible and Dependable
- Relationship building and networking
- Student Performance Data Analysis
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Student achievement
- Instructional Leadership
- Social-Emotional Learning training
- Curriculum Development
Affiliations
- California Teachers Association (CTA) 2017 - Present
- National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) 2019 - Present
- Association of California School Administrators (ACSA) 2023 - Present
Certification
- Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential
- Administrative Services Certificate of Eligibility
Timeline
Grade Level Team Leader
Lockhurst Drive Charter Elementary School
08.2017 - Current
Stay At Home Mom
06.2014 - 12.2016
Extended Day Supervisor
Veterans Elementary School
08.2013 - 05.2014
Stay At Home Mom
Self-employed
05.2006 - 07.2012
English Program Coordinator
Total ESL
07.2003 - 01.2006
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
Concordia University Irvine
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Western Governors University
Continuing Education Credits
Elementary Education, Multiple Subject Teaching Credential -
- Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential
- Administrative Services Certificate of Eligibility
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