Kristen Dendis
Decatur,MS
Summary
Motivated and experienced secondary educator with over 15 years experience teaching English and Spanish across grades 9-12. Certified in English 9-12, Spanish K-12, and Media Specialist, with additional experience in Canvas, Dual Credit courses, ACT preparation, curriculum development, and student remediation. Committed to fostering engaging, inclusive learning environments that promote academic growth, communication skills, and college and career readiness.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Newton County High School
08.2007 - Current
- Currently teach Dual Credit English Composition I & II Spanish I & II.
- Previously taught English I, II, III, IV, Creative Writing, Technical Writing, Mississippi Authors, Journalism, and Speech.
- Prepare students for state assessments and provide targeted ACT Reading and English tutoring
- Design and implement engaging, standards-aligned lessons to meet diverse learner needs
- Differentiate instruction to support struggling learners and promote academic growth
- Maintain an organized, positive classroom environment that encourages student participation and success
- Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum planning and instructional strategies
Teacher
Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians
06.2006 - 06.2008
- Taught English to grades 6–8 students who did not meet promotion requirements
- Provided intensive remediation to help students achieve academic benchmarks
- Supported student progression to the next grade level upon successful completion of objectives
Teacher
Newton County Academy
08.2006 - 05.2007
- Taught English I–IV and Speech
- Managed senior class responsibilities, including homecoming, prom, and graduation coordination
- Directed a student Speech class production of Peter Pan for the community
- Served as yearbook advisor, overseeing publication and coordinating fundraising events, including beauty pageants
Education
TESOL Certification -
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS05-2027
Spanish Certification -
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS05.2016
Master of Arts - undefined
Mississippi State University
Meridian, MS12.2007
Bachelor of Arts -
Mississippi College
Clinton, MS05.2005
Liberal Arts - undefined
East Central Community College
Decatur, MS05.2003
Skills
- Classroom management
- Curriculum development
- Differentiated instruction
- ACT Reading & English preparation
- Educational technological integration
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Organization and attention to detail
- Team collaboration and leadership
Certification
- English 9-12
- Spanish K-12
- Media Specialist K-12
Timeline
Teacher
Newton County High School
08.2007 - Current
Teacher
Newton County Academy
08.2006 - 05.2007
Teacher
Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians
06.2006 - 06.2008
Master of Arts - undefined
Mississippi State University
Liberal Arts - undefined
East Central Community College
TESOL Certification -
Mississippi State University
Spanish Certification -
Jackson State University
Bachelor of Arts -
Mississippi College