KRISTIN RICHARDS
Honolulu,Hawaii
Summary
Diligent [Desired Position] with solid foundation in instructional design principles. Created engaging and effective learning materials during internship, contributing to improved training outcomes. Demonstrated proficiency in curriculum development and e-learning authoring tools.
Experienced with creating effective instructional materials that enhance learning experiences. Utilizes knowledge in curriculum design and educational technology to develop engaging content. Strong understanding of adult learning theories and instructional methodologies.
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in [Area of study] and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Tutor/ESL Teacher/Social Science Tutor
Self Employed
09.2007 - Current
- Learn how to apply differentiated methods in a classroom setting.
- Study fundamentals of diversity, inclusion, and exceptional learners to create a positive learning environment for all.
- Teach students study skills, note taking skills, and test-taking strategies.
- Provide private instruction to individual or small groups to improve their academic performance.
- Collaborate with parents and students to determine the students' needs and develop a tutoring plan that fits the individual student.
- Develop teaching materials that are consistent with the student's ability, interests, and grade level.
- Communicate frequently with both the student and the parent to make sure that any questions or concerns can be taken care of within a timely manner.
- Taught lessons encompassing range of skill-building activities for speaking, writing, reading, and listening.
- Customized small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
- Provided one-on-one instruction for non-English speaking students within classroom settings.
- Developed lesson plans to teach course materials according to schedule.
- Employed kinesthetic, visual, and auditory approaches to make lessons interesting and interactive.
- Improved student grammar and conversational skills through role play assignments.
- Created interesting and age-appropriate reading lists to expand English vocabulary and comprehension skills.
- Performed skill evaluations to discover areas of interest and competencies in students.
- Initiated new learning methods to achieve total student comprehension and curb learning time.
- Built relationships with students of diverse cultural, social and economic backgrounds.
- Customized instructional plans to meet individual student skill levels and learning styles.
- Taught grammar, writing, listening, and reading in beginner and intermediate proficiency levels.
- Prepared lesson plans according to approved syllabi.
- Learning how to apply organic farming techniques to create organic gardens and promote sustainable living concepts to the public in an educational manner.
- Aquaponics training and trout farming training and distribution to outside vendors for retail sales.
Farmer/Intern
Kulahaven Farm
03.2020 - 10.2021
- Purchased supplies, including seeds and fertilizer.
- Made seedbeds and compost mixes for propagation of fruit trees and vegetables.
- Set up and operated irrigation equipment to apply pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers to crops.
- Followed germination processes to detect deficiencies in seedling health.
- Loaded agricultural products into trucks to deliver products to markets or storage facilities.
- Cared for established lawns by mulching, aerating, and weeding.
- Identified plants, pests, and weeds to determine selection and application of pesticides and fertilizers.
- Conducted routine preventive maintenance and troubleshooting inspections on equipment, production systems and farming processes.
- Weeded, thinned, and pruned crops to verify proper sunlight and growth.
- Worked with owner to determine ranch needs.
- Monitored weather conditions and adjusted strategies accordingly to avoid losses.
- Demonstrated working techniques, practices, and optimal safety behaviors to workers, maximizing performance and reducing wasteful processes.
- Cared for and maintained plants in different climate-controlled areas.
- Organized plant stocks for optimal growth and transported to displays when ready for customer sales.
- Positioned and monitored plant irrigation systems.
- Cared for various types of farm animals and provided animal area upkeep.
Customer Service Specialist
Whole Foods Market
07.2014 - 08.2019
- Confer with customers by telephone or in person to provide information about products and services.
- Cash handling and recording details of inquiries and helping to resolve customer complaints and issues.
Program Tutor
America Reads
01.2007 - 05.2009
- Worked with grades 1-5 with reading skills and comprehension.
- Provided feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage, motivate, or to build student confidence.
- Prepared lessons or learning modules according to students needs and goals.
- Reported to my supervisor within a group setting once a week to collaborate as a group and learn new teaching skills and techniques.
Education
Master of Arts - Learning Experience and Educational Technology
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05-2025
Master of Arts - Educational Studies
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT01.2023
A.A - Behavioral and Social Sciences
City College of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA05.2018
B.A - Anthropology
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA12.2011
A.A - Anthropology Skills
Cabrillo College
Aptos, CA05.2007
Skills
- Personalized instruction
- Creative learning strategies
- Instructional theories knowledge
- Curriculum development
- Individual instruction
- Instructional plan implementation
- Academic assessment methods
- Reporting requirements
- Test preparation
- Patient and encouraging
- Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages
- Professional tutor
- Proficient at developing rapport
- Knowledge of social services
- Lesson planning
- E-learning development
- Interactive learning
- Storyboarding
- Assessment design
- Learning management systems
- Blended learning
- Virtual classroom
- Adaptive learning
- Curriculum implementation
- Instructional strategies
- Team member development
- Learning strategies
- Course material creation
- Curriculum design
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Classroom management
- Team collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Effective communication
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Teaching strategies
- Analytical thinking
- Group and individual instruction
- Written communication
- Project management
- Technology integration
- Student assessments
- Student evaluation
- Student advocacy
- Materials selection
- Education plans
- Progress tracking
- Course design
- Individualized instruction
Timeline
Farmer/Intern
Kulahaven Farm
03.2020 - 10.2021
Customer Service Specialist
Whole Foods Market
07.2014 - 08.2019
Reading Tutor/ESL Teacher/Social Science Tutor
Self Employed
09.2007 - Current
Program Tutor
America Reads
01.2007 - 05.2009
A.A - Behavioral and Social Sciences
City College of San Francisco
B.A - Anthropology
San Francisco State University
A.A - Anthropology Skills
Cabrillo College
Master of Arts - Learning Experience and Educational Technology
Western Governors University
Master of Arts - Educational Studies
Western Governors University
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