Kristen L. Magner
Granada Hills,USA
Summary
Seasoned Kindergarten Lead Teacher from Curtis School, skilled in creating environments where learning is both engaging and effective. Excelled in implementing UFLI and Singapore Math. Helped introduce the Heggerty phonemic awareness program at our school to support our youngest readers. Proven track record in parent-teacher communication and student advocacy, significantly contributing to curriculum task forces.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Lead Teacher
Curtis School
Los Angeles, CA
07.2021 - Current
- Lead a classroom of 22 students while mentoring an associate teacher
- Implement school-adopted curricula such as UFLI for explicit phonics and reading instruction and Singapore Math
- Helped introduce The Heggerty Phonemic Awareness Program for our youngest and most challenged readers, aiding the transition from a balanced literacy approach to a more explicit phonics program
- Attended various professional development workshops, including those focused on dyslexia
- Contribute to several task forces at Curtis, including the Heads Collaborative Group, and the Phonics Curriculum Task Force.
Early Childhood Educator
The Portable Classroom
Los Angeles, CA
09.2016 - 06.2019
- Provided a warm, play-based learning environment for a group of young children in a home setting
- Transitioned children to a school-like environment, incorporating daily Literature, Art, Science, Sensory, and Circle Time activities
- Focused on developing children's social, emotional, and cognitive skills through tactile, play-based activities
- Maintained regular communication with families to report on children's progress
- Collaborated with a co-teacher to develop age-appropriate, engaging activities while balancing classroom responsibilities
Lead Teacher
Bel Air Presbyterian Preschool
Los Angeles, CA
03.2008 - 06.2016
- Developed an emergent curriculum based on careful observation of students' needs and interests
- Mentored Associate Teachers in the philosophy of our school, classroom management, and curriculum implementation
- Participated in school-run functions and events, engaging with families and offering support where needed
Elementary Teacher
Burbank Unified School District
Burbank, CA
09.2007 - 06.2008
- Planned, implemented, and assessed student progress using district-approved measures and observations
- Followed district Language Arts and Math programming to ensure students met state standards
Elementary Teacher
Malden Public School District
Malden, MA
09.2003 - 06.2007
- Planned and implemented curriculum while assessing student progress
- Provided support for ELL students and students with learning differences in the classroom
Education
Orton-Gillingham Teacher Level Certification -
Orton Gillingham Training
Curtis School05.2024
Master's Degree - Early Childhood Education
Lesley University
Cambridge, MA01.2003
Bachelor's Degree - Social Sciences
University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth
Dartmouth, MA01.1999
Educational Therapy Certificate Program -
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CASkills
- Group and individual instruction
- Instructional methods
- Parent-teacher communication
- Student advocacy
- Collaborative teaching
- Child development
Timeline
Kindergarten Lead Teacher
Curtis School
07.2021 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
The Portable Classroom
09.2016 - 06.2019
Lead Teacher
Bel Air Presbyterian Preschool
03.2008 - 06.2016
Elementary Teacher
Burbank Unified School District
09.2007 - 06.2008
Elementary Teacher
Malden Public School District
09.2003 - 06.2007
Orton-Gillingham Teacher Level Certification -
Orton Gillingham Training
Master's Degree - Early Childhood Education
Lesley University
Bachelor's Degree - Social Sciences
University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth
Educational Therapy Certificate Program -
California State University, Northridge
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