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Kristin Grissom-LaBotte

Herrin,IL

Summary

Motivated Elementary Teacher with experience guiding students with proven teaching methods and positive interactions. Enthusiastic about helping students understand subject materials and educating on social and general learning skills. Kind and caring attitude when communicating with children.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

1st Grade Elementary Teacher

Lick Creek Elementary School
Buncombe, Illinois
08.2024 - Current
  • Developed and implemented individualized learning plans for struggling students.
  • Collaborated with special education staff to ensure appropriate accommodations were made for students with IEPs.
  • Created classroom environment that promoted positive behavior expectations and respect for diversity.
  • Planned and facilitated small group activities to enhance student understanding of material presented in whole-class setting.
  • Promoted critical thinking by developing problem-solving activities that encouraged higher order reasoning skills.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress throughout the year using data tracking systems such as AIMSweb or DIBELS.

3rd Grade Teacher

Unity Christian School
Energy, IL
10.2022 - 05.2024
  • Maintained safe, clean and organized classroom environment.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
  • Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
  • Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
  • Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
  • Brought in purchased and donated materials to round out supplies for classroom activities.
  • Prepared daily and weekly lesson plans to help students meet learning goals.
  • Used technology to drive instruction and maximize student achievement.
  • Identified student needs and collaborated with faculty to resolve social, cognitive or behavioral challenges.

Photographer

Southern Roots Portraits
Herrin, IL
08.2010 - 10.2022
  • Collaborated with clients to plan shoots and boost satisfaction with photos.
  • Cropped, manipulated and performed color balance for final images.
  • Set up lights, backdrops and props for shoots and events.
  • Planned and obtained original shots using innovative thinking and new techniques.
  • Scouted locations and curated props for photography shoots.
  • Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
  • Supervised company social media and marketing efforts to expand brand awareness and attract new customers.
  • Created and implemented marketing and advertising strategies to support revenue goals and promote strategic growth.

Education

Master of Arts - Elementary Education

Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL
07-2025

Master of Arts - Elementary Education

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
04-2023

Skills

  • Individualized Learning Plans
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Materials Sourcing
  • Time Management
  • Work Planning and Organization
  • Critical Thinking
  • Problem Solving

Timeline

1st Grade Elementary Teacher

Lick Creek Elementary School
08.2024 - Current

3rd Grade Teacher

Unity Christian School
10.2022 - 05.2024

Photographer

Southern Roots Portraits
08.2010 - 10.2022

Master of Arts - Elementary Education

Western Governors University

Master of Arts - Elementary Education

Northern Illinois University

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