- I have a passion for photography and editing photos
- Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
- Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
Kristin Tucker
Lubbock
Summary
A dedicated, resourceful and innovative instructor who is committed to helping students develop a lifelong enthusiasm for learning. My priority is to support colleagues and administration in facilitating each child’s social, emotional and intellectual growth by creating a safe environment with mutual respect.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher - English, Photography, Yearbook, Art I
Lubbock-Cooper High School
Lubbock, TX
08.2020 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding and participation.
- Implemented technology integration in classroom activities to improve learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects promoting critical thinking skills.
- Assessed student performance regularly, providing tailored feedback to support individual growth.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Directed yearbook production, overseeing design, layout, and content selection to ensure high-quality publication.
- Implemented project timelines and deadlines, ensuring timely completion of all yearbook components.
- Facilitated communication between students, parents, and vendors to streamline the production process effectively.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork among staff members during meetings and collaborative sessions.
Eighth Grade ELA Teacher
Ruidoso Middle School
Ruidoso, New Mexico
08.2016 - Current
- Eight Grade ELA Teacher, Yearbook Advisor, 8th Grade Team Leader, PBIS Lead.
- Created and implemented engaging, standards-based lessons with a focus on collaboration, critical thinking and the use of technology as a resource and a means of sharing information.
- Leader of initial school-wide PBIS team. Created discipline matrix, and reward systems. Implemented professional development for PBIS and reward system.
- Team leader for 8th grade hall: managed meeting agendas, class activities, field trips, and student assemblies.
- Collaborated extensively with ELA Professional Learning Community to provide enriching curriculum and analyze data related to student success.
- Coordinated Literacy Night and Book Fair events, and annual One Book One Community lessons and activities.
- Initiated and advised student yearbook class; managed student-led morning announcement team, maintained sales and records as well as fundraiser events.
- Mentored and trained new teachers in Powerschool Attendance/Grade book, Google Docs and Sheets, and on all school policies and procedures.
- Enforced both classroom and administration policies and rules at all times.
Executive Board Member of Heal
The Nest
Ruidoso, New Mexico
12.2017 - Current
- Guided and assisted the Executive Director of The Nest, a domestic violence shelter for women and children, in fundraising events, education programs and shelter policies and procedures.
Volleyball Coach
Ruidoso Parks & Rec
Ruidoso, New Mexico
09.2019 - Current
- Coordinated, trained, and conducted fundamental volleyball mechanics and techniques, skill drills and for youth team.
Photographer
Kristin Tucker Photography
Lubbock, TX
01.1990 - Current
- Entrepreneur of Kristin Tucker Photography, portrait photography company specializing in youth sport teams, senior portraits, family portraits, and special event photography.
- Schedules, organizes, and prepares materials for events photography.
- Directs all post production and distribution processes.
Journalism Teacher
O. Henry Middle School
Austin, Texas
08.1999 - 06.2016
- Photojournalism Elective Teacher (7-8th), Yearbook Advisor, Fine Arts Department Chair, 7th Grade Volleyball Coach
- Developed course curriculum for Photojournalism and Advanced Photojournalism; designed technology based lesson plans following TAKS guidelines.
- Prepared and managed materials for journalism courses, social and emotional learning (SEL) course, and Enrichment courses (Graphic Design and Yoga).
- Devised and implemented creative and relevant lessons that were both challenging and engaging, while remaining flexible and accommodating to each student’s learning style and ability.
- Department Chair for Elective teachers; facilitated meetings and professional development and coordinated calendar events.
- Served on Leadership Team that made policy decisions.
- Maintained course websites as a communication tool for students and parents.
Director of Photography Camp for Teens
O. Henry Middle School
Austin, Texas
06.2004 - 08.2007
- Organized and created photography activities for teen summer camp program.
- Built a collaborative and friendly classroom environment using and enforcing behavior guides, team teaching, and interactive learning.
Journalism Teacher
Leander High School
Leander, Texas
08.1998 - 07.1999
- Teacher for Journalism I, Multimedia, Photography and Publications Advisor
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans for multiple journalism classes.
- Managed student darkroom and darkroom supplies.
- Organized and directed student newspaper staff.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create schedules for newspaper and yearbook distribution.
- Cultivated a warm classroom environment with emphasis on the importance of having a growth mindset.
Education
Masters of Arts in Teaching -
University of Arkansas
01.1998
Bachelor of Arts - Advertising/Public Relations
University of Arkansas
01.1993
Skills
- Differentiated Lesson Planning
- Curriculum Mapping & Development
- Student Data Analysis
- Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Instruction
- Positive Behavior Intervention and Support
- Capturing Kids Hearts
- Teach Like a Champ Strategies
- Google Classroom
- NewsELA Certified Educator
- Relationship building
- Classroom management
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
Certification
- TEACHING LICENSE
State of Texas
- Secondary Journalism
- Secondary Art
- Secondary English Language Arts
State of New Mexico
- Instructional Leader 7-12
- Endorsement in ELA
Interests
Timeline
Teacher - English, Photography, Yearbook, Art I
Lubbock-Cooper High School
08.2020 - Current
Volleyball Coach
Ruidoso Parks & Rec
09.2019 - Current
Executive Board Member of Heal
The Nest
12.2017 - Current
Eighth Grade ELA Teacher
Ruidoso Middle School
08.2016 - Current
Director of Photography Camp for Teens
O. Henry Middle School
06.2004 - 08.2007
Journalism Teacher
O. Henry Middle School
08.1999 - 06.2016
Journalism Teacher
Leander High School
08.1998 - 07.1999
Photographer
Kristin Tucker Photography
01.1990 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Advertising/Public Relations
University of Arkansas
Masters of Arts in Teaching -
University of Arkansas
Awards & Activities
Exemplary Teacher, State of New Mexico, 2017-2019
Yearbook Design Cover Award, Jostens, 2016
Professional Development
- NMPED Teacher Summit -NM Public Education Dept. July 2019, 2018, 2017
- Culturally Responsive Training CLRI – Dr. Sharroky Hollie July 2019
- Capturing Kids Hearts - Flippen Group January 2018
- SIOP Training - New Mexico PED August 2018
- IReady Training Curriculum Associates