Kirsten Kostur

• Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction accordingly to maximize academic achievement.
• Maintained detailed records of student progress, attendance, behaviors, and IEP goals for effective communication with all stakeholders involved in the educational process.
• Improved student behavior and engagement in the classroom through consistent enforcement of rules and positive reinforcement strategies.
• Helped classroom teachers achieve instructional objectives.
• Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.

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• Supported students with helpful study habits and testing strategies.
• Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
• Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
• Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.

• Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
• Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
• Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
• Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.

• Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
• Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
• Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.

• Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
• Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
• Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
• Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.

• Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
• Enhanced children''s cognitive development by implementing age-appropriate and stimulating activities.
• Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
• Integrated creative arts into daily curriculum to promote self-expression and enhance fine motor skills development among students.

• Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
• Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
• Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
• Implemented positive behavior management strategies, reducing instances of disruptive behavior in the classroom.

• Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
• Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
• Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.

• Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
• Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
• Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
• Managed classroom effectively using positive discipline techniques and behavior management plans tailored to individual student needs.