Kristina Bear
Teacher
East Waterboro,Maine
Summary
Upbeat and devoted primary school professional dedicated to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and creating custom class materials using positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
RSU #57
Alfred, ME
09.2014 - Current
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth.
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers and administrative staff.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for subsequent grade levels.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
Summer School Teacher and Assistant
RSU #57
East Waterboro, Maine
07.2012 - Current
- Planned engaging activities to bring learning to life.
- Built positive relationships with students and team members to achieve smooth and productive program experience.
- Led and assisted summer program students in reading, math and life skills.
- Planned and delivered four-week course designed to build students' confidence in academics and social skills.
- Prepared reports and maintained administrative records.
- Demonstrated specific skills and developed activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Maine At Farmington
Farmington, ME 09.1988 - 12.1992
Master of Science - Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ 05.2019 - 08.2020
Skills
Apple Certified Educator
undefinedTimeline
Master of Science - Education
Grand Canyon University
05.2019 - 08.2020
Elementary School Teacher
RSU #57
09.2014 - Current
Summer School Teacher and Assistant
RSU #57
07.2012 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Maine At Farmington
09.1988 - 12.1992
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