Kristi Marcus
Swanton,VT
Summary
Passionate educator successful in classroom management, instruction, and student evaluations. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Flexible Learning Lab Teacher
Milton Middle School
07.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Alternative Education Teacher
Saint Albans City School
08.2021 - 07.2023
- Improved students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating real-world problems into lesson plans.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of multimedia presentations and interactive activities.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, resulting in a more comprehensive learning experience for students.
- Provided individualized support to struggling students, leading to noticeable improvements in academic performance and confidence.
Alternative Education Teacher
Soar Learning Center
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Created a positive classroom environment where students felt comfortable expressing their thoughts and opinions openly.
- Assessed student progress regularly through the use of formative assessments, adjusting instruction as necessary to meet individual needs effectively.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher/Director
Blooming Minds Enrichment Center
08.2011 - 08.2016
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, enhancing communication and collaboration for student success.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and visual aids into lessons.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to cater to diverse learning needs and abilities of students.
- Established a positive classroom environment that promoted respect, inclusion, and cooperation among students.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership & Management
Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg, MA05.2023
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Community College of Vermont
Montpelier, VT05.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of South Carolina Upstate
Spartanburg, SC08.2011
Skills
- Curriculum Implementation
- Group Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Serving Diverse Communities
- Classroom Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Behavior Management
- Student rapport
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Parent Communication
- Positive Reinforcement
- Organizational Skills
Timeline
Flexible Learning Lab Teacher
Milton Middle School
07.2023 - Current
Alternative Education Teacher
Saint Albans City School
08.2021 - 07.2023
Alternative Education Teacher
Soar Learning Center
08.2018 - 06.2021
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher/Director
Blooming Minds Enrichment Center
08.2011 - 08.2016
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership & Management
Fitchburg State University
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Community College of Vermont
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of South Carolina Upstate
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