Kristi Bridges
Summary
Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching multiple subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mentor Teacher
York County School Division
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on instructional strategies and classroom management techniques for successful outcomes.
Elementary School Teacher
York County School Division
08.2005 - Current
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enhancing students'' understanding of various subjects.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Team Lead teacher for the past 4 years. Run PLCs to use student data to plan for appropriate remediation and enrichment lessons.
Math Specialist
York County School Division
08.2013 - 06.2017
- Improved students'' problem-solving abilities by incorporating real-world math applications into lesson plans.
- Increased parent involvement by conducting informative workshops on supporting students'' math skills at home.
- Provided targeted support to struggling learners through individualized instruction and progress monitoring.
Field Hockey Coach
York County School Division
08.2007 - 11.2014
Field Hockey Coach
Williamsburg James City County Schools
08.2022 - Current
- Fostered a supportive team environment, encouraging collaboration, communication, and mutual respect among players.
- Developed strong relationships with athletes and their families to support personal growth both on and off the field.
- Promoted sportsmanship among players by modeling respectful behavior during practices and games.
- Improved individual player skills by designing targeted drills focused on specific skill development areas such as ball handling or shooting techniques.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Christopher Newport University
Newport News, VA05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Fitness And Exercise Science
Christopher Newport University
Newport News, VA05.2004
Skills
- Teacher Mentoring
- Differentiated Instruction
- Standardized tests
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Relationship Building
- Technology Integration
- Organizational Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Physical Conditioning
- Game strategy
- Team Management
Certification
- Elementary Education PreK-6 License
- Health and Physical Education K-12 Endorsement
Timeline
Mentor Teacher
York County School Division
08.2022 - 06.2024
Field Hockey Coach
Williamsburg James City County Schools
08.2022 - Current
Math Specialist
York County School Division
08.2013 - 06.2017
Field Hockey Coach
York County School Division
08.2007 - 11.2014
Elementary School Teacher
York County School Division
08.2005 - Current
Master of Arts - Education
Christopher Newport University
Bachelor of Science - Fitness And Exercise Science
Christopher Newport University
- Elementary Education PreK-6 License
- Health and Physical Education K-12 Endorsement
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