Kristie Alwardt
Portsmouth,VA
Summary
I am a dedicated educator with 30 years of experience in elementary education.
I have taught first grade for at least 15 years. This has given me proficiency in teaching the fundamental skills one needs for reading.
I have a proven track record in classroom management and student engagement.
I have experience in implementing technology-driven lessons and fostering collaborative environments to enhance learning outcomes.
As a Student Teacher Advisor for Nazareth University-Rochester, NY, and mentoring new teachers in my district, I assessed and worked with future educators.
The importance of student success and promoting effective instructional strategies within collaborative teams is essential.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Building Substitute
West Irondequoit Elementary-South Lawnementary
Rochester, NY
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Building substitute teacher responsible for providing classroom instruction in place of an absent teacher.
- Facilitated structured reading intervention sessions for students needing additional support
- Collaborated with teachers to support student learning objectives and curriculum goals.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain a positive learning environment.
Elementary School Teacher
Gananda Central School
Walworth, NY
09.1989 - 06.2019
- Educated students at kindergarten, first, fourth, and fifth grade for 30 years.
- Designed assessments to evaluate student comprehension and subject mastery.
- Integrated technology into lessons to increase engagement and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to support student growth and progress.
- Mentored new teachers in effective instructional strategies and classroom management.
- Participated in professional development workshops to maintain current educational practices.
- Presenter at New York State Mathematics Conference
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Brockport - State University of New York
NY08-1993
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Teacher mentoring
- Team collaboration
- Student engagement
- Adaptability to change
Custom Section 1
- Emma DeAnthony 585-739-3408
- Linda Lauffer 585-943-9613
Timeline
Building Substitute
West Irondequoit Elementary-South Lawnementary
09.2019 - 06.2020
Elementary School Teacher
Gananda Central School
09.1989 - 06.2019
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Brockport - State University of New York