Kristen Harlan
West Chester,PA
Summary
I am an retired educator with 23 years experience and a history of fostering student academic and emotional growth in the Coatesville Area School District as well as 2 other states. Expert in parent-teacher collaboration, individualize instruction, classroom management, and creating supportive learning environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
1st Grade Classroom Teacher
Coatesville Area School District
08.2008 - 04.2022
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
Math Achievement Support Teacher
Coatesville Area School District
08.2005 - 06.2008
- Provided one-on-one support for below level students, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Established routines and procedures that maximized time spent on instruction while minimizing classroom disruptions.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes and communicated with classroom teachers.
3rd-5th Grade Classroom Teacher
Aurora Public Schools,
08.2002 - 08.2005
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
5th Grade Classroom Teacher
Montgomery County Public Schools
08.1999 - 08.2002
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Education
Master of Science - Masters of Literacy Education
West Chester University
West Chester, PA12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Maryland
College Park, MD08.1999
Skills
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Instructional Adaptation
- Individualized Learning
- Student Motivation
Certification
PA Elementary Education K-6, Instructional II Certificate
Timeline
1st Grade Classroom Teacher
Coatesville Area School District
08.2008 - 04.2022
Math Achievement Support Teacher
Coatesville Area School District
08.2005 - 06.2008
3rd-5th Grade Classroom Teacher
Aurora Public Schools,
08.2002 - 08.2005
5th Grade Classroom Teacher
Montgomery County Public Schools
08.1999 - 08.2002
Master of Science - Masters of Literacy Education
West Chester University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Maryland
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