Kristi Garcia
Citrus Heights,California
Summary
Dynamic teacher with 27 years of classroom teaching experience. Known for strong problem-solving and collaboration skills, successfully enhancing student engagement through differentiated instruction and hands-on activities. Committed to fostering a positive classroom culture and supportive learning environment.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten, First, and Second Grade Teacher
Washington Unified School District
West Sacramento, CA
08.1999 - Current
- Developed detailed lesson plans that encouraged students to explore creative and critical thinking skills.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to meet diverse learning needs of all students.
- Analyzed student progress through assessment tools to tailor teaching strategies for improved learning outcomes.
- Facilitated collaboration between parents and staff to enhance supportive learning environments for students.
- Designed curriculum enhancements to align with state standards and improve student engagement.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
- Enhanced literacy skills of struggling readers through AVID strategies,individualized instruction and targeted interventions.
- Promoted a positive classroom culture through clear expectations, consistent routines, and effective behavior management strategies.
- Incorporated AVID strategies such as critical thinking, note-taking, marking the text, WICOR, and collaboration into daily lessons to prepare students for future success.
- Built strong relationships with parents to foster a supportive learning environment at home and in the classroom.
- Served as a mentor teacher for new educators from Davis University and Sacramento State entering the profession.
- Led professional development workshops for fellow educators on best practices in early elementary education, contributing to school-wide improvement efforts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Teaching Degree
Northwestern College
Orange City, IA05-1999
Skills
- Curriculum implementation
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving skills
- Lesson plan development
- Classroom management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Curriculum development
- Collaborative teamwork
Accomplishments
AVID Site Coordinator
AVID Certified Educator
Veteran AVID Trainer for SCOE
I-Ready Math Micro-Certification- Assigning Competence and Attending to Status in the Math Classroom
Master Teacher for Sacramento State and Davis University
English Language Arts Curriculum Pilot Teacher
Certification
- Teaching Credential - 1999-Present
- Please Note: Credential is listed under Kristi Aquilio
Timeline
Kindergarten, First, and Second Grade Teacher
Washington Unified School District
08.1999 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Teaching Degree
Northwestern College