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Kirsten Hudnall

Orange,TX

Summary

Accomplished Elementary School Teacher successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Elementary School Teacher

Community Christian School
Orange, TX
08.2012 - 05.2016
  • Used learning stations to help students develop communication skills and build relationships while incorporating focused attention on small group learning
  • Created and presented lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
  • Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers and administrative staff.
  • Developed problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting challenges to boost self-esteem and performance.
  • Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
  • Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
  • Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth.

Long-Term Substitute Teacher

Little Cypress Mauriceville, ISD
Orange, TX
01.2010 - 05.2011
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Delivered seamless teaching in absence of regular teacher.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
  • Administered and graded tests and quizzes and reported performance to primary teacher.
  • Assigned, explained and graded homework.
  • Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
  • Developed rules and set goals to maintain order in classroom.

Education

Real Estate Certificate - Real Estate

Lamar Institute of Technology
Beaumont, TX
12.2021

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

Lamar University
Beaumont, TX
12.2008

Clerical Certificate - Clerical Certificate

Lamar State College - Orange
Orange, TX
05.2000

Skills

  • Elementary education
  • Standardized tests
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Student Testing
  • Lesson Planning
  • Time management
  • Organizational skills
  • Classroom management
  • Group and individual instruction

Timeline

Elementary School Teacher

Community Christian School
08.2012 - 05.2016

Long-Term Substitute Teacher

Little Cypress Mauriceville, ISD
01.2010 - 05.2011

Real Estate Certificate - Real Estate

Lamar Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

Lamar University

Clerical Certificate - Clerical Certificate

Lamar State College - Orange

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