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Kristen Alvarado

Temecula,CA

Summary

Elementary School Teacher with expertise in early education, child development and collaborative teaching methods. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state standards. Confidently offers classroom instruction and personalized student support using balance of traditional and modern approaches.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Elementary School Teacher

Lake Elsinore Unified School District
07.2000 - Current
  • Provide warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Establish open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Design and present lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
  • Create lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devise educational programs to meet educational objectives.
  • Reinforcepositive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
  • Create and present clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
  • Prepare and administer grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
  • Maintain knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
  • Build positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Work one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
  • Develop and implement discipline strategies to maintain classroom order.
  • Incorporate technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons,
  • Coordinator of Student Study Team. Helped teachers formulate intervention strategies to help struggling students.

Online Teacher

VIPKID
02.2019 - 11.2019
  • Navigated technical difficulties in organizing virtual classrooms, adapting lessons where necessary and supporting students in accessing lessons successfully.
  • Developed lesson plans to engage students online, holding class accountable and generating greater comprehension and learning.
  • Adhered to standards established by institutional leadership, supporting unit objectives while infusing creativity into lessons.

After School Program Director

YMCA Of San Diego County
01.1995 - 06.1999
  • Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
  • Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
  • Developed and coordinated after-school programs and activities.
  • Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.

Education

Master of Arts - Masters in Education

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN

Teaching Credential - Education

National University
San Diego, CA

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA

Skills

  • Technology Integration
  • Class Engagement
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Safe, Positive Learning Environment
  • Lesson Planning
  • Time Management
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Organizational Skills
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Classroom Management

Timeline

Online Teacher

VIPKID
02.2019 - 11.2019

Elementary School Teacher

Lake Elsinore Unified School District
07.2000 - Current

After School Program Director

YMCA Of San Diego County
01.1995 - 06.1999

Master of Arts - Masters in Education

Walden University

Teaching Credential - Education

National University

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

San Diego State University

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