Kristen Cheney
Nampa,ID
Summary
Experienced educator with strong focus on nurturing young minds and fostering supportive learning environment. Adept at curriculum development, classroom management, and differentiated instruction, ensuring every student thrives. Known for collaborating effectively with colleagues and adapting to evolving educational needs, ensuring consistent, impactful results.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre- K and 2nd Grade Teacher
Nampa Christian Schools
08.2016 - Current
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
- 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.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
Teachers Aide
Nampa Christian Schools
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Partnered with teacher to implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep and organized materials.
- Supported classroom activities, giving assessments, and reviewing work.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Luther College
Decorah, IA05-1995
Skills
- Curriculum implementation
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving skills
- Organizational skills
- Interpersonal relationships
- Student assessment
- Parent rapport and communication
- Field trip coordination
Certification
- State of Idaho Teaching Certificate
- ACSI Teaching Certificate
Languages
English
Timeline
Pre- K and 2nd Grade Teacher
Nampa Christian Schools
08.2016 - Current
Teachers Aide
Nampa Christian Schools
08.2015 - 05.2016
- State of Idaho Teaching Certificate
- ACSI Teaching Certificate
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Luther College
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