Kristin Mango
Alexandria,VA
Summary
Proven track record, education, and experienced Language Arts Teacher devoted to classroom community development focused on learning, growth mindset, and cultivating individual student potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills focused on individualized student growth.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
6th Grade Teacher
Garfield Elementary School
07.2023 - Current
- Referred to district standards to plan lessons and prepare students with individualized learning and growth plans
- Developed data-driven instructional strategies to address individual student needs and improve academic outcomes. Students reached 103% standard growth goals in reading and math.
- Formed successful, communicative relationships with parents and students via conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Reduced behavioral issues in the classroom by implementing consistent disciplinary strategies and maintaining a positive learning environment. Established cohesive positive behavior reinforcement and Responsive Classroom management techniques
- Utilized various assessment methods to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly throughout the school year.
- Administered and graded class tests to evaluate student progress and comprehension.
- Implemented inquiry-based learning strategies in the classroom, encouraging critical thinking skills among students through open-ended questions and problem-solving tasks.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
- Delivered reading and writing experiences to students commensurate with respective stages of development.
- Differentiated instruction for diverse learners, ensuring all students had access to appropriate materials and resources.
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
- Built strong relationships with students, parents, and staff to foster a supportive school community.
- Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
- Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
- Maintained positive classroom environments by reinforcing rules for behavior and relationship-building actions.
- Prepared, administered and graded daily work and tests to evaluate student's progress.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives to foster student progress and academic performance.
- Improved delivery of instruction by analyzing and distilling test data to identify opportunities for intervention and enrichment, using Rigorous Curriculum Development.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Encouraged creativity by giving students choices whenever possible.
- Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
- Embraced teaching children of diverse educational, cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
7th Grade ELA Teacher
George Washington Middle School
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Assisted 90 students in 5 classes with building long-term skills such for academic, social and emotional development.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for improvement.
- Communicated objectives for all lessons, units and projects to students and parents in clear and effective manner.
- Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for all students.
- Conferred with specialists to support needs of students with disabilities or IEP/ EIP educational plans.
- Administered AAP and Grade-Level tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and knowledge of course materials.
- Graded tests and papers and uploaded all grading information to district system.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
Kindergarten Teacher
Trinity Mops Preschool
09.2007 - 06.2008
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls fostering care and learning focus in community, families, and classroom.
- Administered and graded class tests to evaluate student progress and comprehension.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Delivered reading and writing experiences to students commensurate with respective stages of development.
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
- Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
- Integrated variety of educational programs to develop strong academic foundation.
- 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.
- Maintained positive classroom environments by reinforcing rules for behavior and relationship-building actions.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives to foster student progress and academic performance.
- Encouraged creativity by giving students choices whenever possible.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments, engagement, and informal observations to inform instructional decisions.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
Kindergarten Teacher
Happiness House Private School
08.1994 - 05.1995
- Created safe, nurturing environment of trust and respect.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Encouraged creativity by giving students choices in learning topics and methods.
- Arranged field trips as tool to provide students with real-world experiences.
- Implemented multiple methods to improve student educational success.
- Improved delivery of instruction by analyzing and distilling test data to identify opportunities for intervention and enrichment.
- Offered before and after-school tutoring for students needing extra help.
- Inspired students to want to read by taking to library and helping to choose books.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Created, managed, and participated in variety of learning environments and activities to support opportunities for students to develop full potential and achieve learning objectives.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
Education
No Degree - Teaching Methods Social Studies, Science, Math
University of Phoenix
Alexandria, VA07-2024
Master of Arts - Studies in Literature
University of Texas At Dallas
Richardson, TX12-2005
Bachelor of Arts - English
St. Mary's College of California
Moraga, CA08.2004
Skills
- Relationship building
- Student-centered learning
- Empathy and patience
- Technology integration
- Attention to detail
- Classroom management
- Collaborative teamwork
- Excellent communication
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Analytical skills
Timeline
6th Grade Teacher
Garfield Elementary School
07.2023 - Current
7th Grade ELA Teacher
George Washington Middle School
01.2023 - 06.2023
Kindergarten Teacher
Trinity Mops Preschool
09.2007 - 06.2008
Kindergarten Teacher
Happiness House Private School
08.1994 - 05.1995
No Degree - Teaching Methods Social Studies, Science, Math
University of Phoenix
Master of Arts - Studies in Literature
University of Texas At Dallas
Bachelor of Arts - English
St. Mary's College of California
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