Kristina Beam
Tulsa
Summary
Caring Educator with 20+ years in education in the ares of Special Education, Early Childhood, and Social Emotional Development. Skilled in fostering social and emotional growth while implementing individualized education plans. Known for promoting inclusivity and collaboration, I effectively support diverse learning needs and create a safe, stimulating environment for all students.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher-SEL/ Character Development PreK-8th
College Bound Academy
Tulsa, OK
07.2023 - Current
- Developed curriculum aligned with educational standards to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and improve classroom dynamics.
- Facilitated collaborative projects that promoted critical thinking and problem-solving among students.
- Fostered relationships with parents and community stakeholders to support student achievement and well-being.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Kindergarten Teacher
Collegiate Hall
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
- Created, managed, and participated in variety of learning environments and activities to support opportunities for students to develop full potential and achieve learning objectives.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Collaborated with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body.
- Maintained stimulating learning environments through original, interactive classroom layouts and displays.
Paraprofessional
Tulsa Public Schools
04.2013 - 05.2022
- Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and cooperation.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Implemented practice exercises and used repetition, enabling students to grasp new concepts quickly.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
- Reported on student progress, behavior and social skills to parents.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
Associate Teacher
Tulsa Educare
04.2010 - 04.2014
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Delivered clear, concise instructions to children to aid in each student's decision-making.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Assisted teacher with developing creative program suitable for preschool children.
- Taught children with creative approaches, methods and techniques.
Education
Early Childhood Education
Tulsa Community College
Tulsa, OKMasters - Special Education Administration
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Durant, OK05-2024
Bachelor Of Applied Science - Human Services- Family And Children
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH04.2022
Skills
- Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
- Curriculum-Based Lessons
- Experience with Diverse Student Populations
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
- Early Childhood Training
- Individualized Education Plans
- Special Needs Support
- Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Special Education Background
- Art and Handcraft Demonstrations
- Conflict Resolution
- Creating a Safe Learning Environment
Timeline
Teacher-SEL/ Character Development PreK-8th
College Bound Academy
07.2023 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Collegiate Hall
07.2022 - 06.2023
Paraprofessional
Tulsa Public Schools
04.2013 - 05.2022
Associate Teacher
Tulsa Educare
04.2010 - 04.2014
Early Childhood Education
Tulsa Community College
Masters - Special Education Administration
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Bachelor Of Applied Science - Human Services- Family And Children
Southern New Hampshire University