Kristina Botsford
Plantation,FL
Summary
Certified Kindergarten Teacher that creates and runs programs to educate beginning students and improve school readiness. Fosters growth and development in children while encouraging strong partnerships with families. Manages behavior issues through innovative and constructive correction.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Floranada Elementary Kindergarten Teacher
Broward County Schools
08.2011 - 01.2015
- Strengthened teacher collaboration through the team leader in Kindergarten
- Maintained open lines of communication with staff, parents, and community members through regular updates on school progress, challenges encountered, and future plans for continued growth.
- Promoted community partnerships to enhance educational experiences for students through guest speakers (Career Day), field trips (Museum Field Trips), and integrated Lauren's Kids Safety Program into Kindergarten.
- Managed the successful transition of new teachers into the school community by implementing comprehensive induction programs and ongoing mentoring support. Was a student teacher mentor for various students to provide service hours and give guidance on classroom establishment.
Pre School Summer/After Program Teacher
B'Nai'Aviv Temple
06.2004 - 08.2010
- Implemented and aligned enrichment activities in Science, and Art into the Summer Program using cultivated age appropriate activities through reading and cooking to promote academic growth for all students ages 2-5.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Everglades Elementary School Kindergarten Teacher
Broward County Schools
08.2007 - 06.2010
- Worked effectively in the classroom with Kindergarten Mentors.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Interim Substitute Kindergarten
Broward Schools
03.2006 - 06.2006
- Maintained students on-task with proactive behavior modifications and positive reinforcement strategies in a Kindergarten classroom
- Improved student comprehension by tailoring teaching methods to individual learning styles (implemented pull out Math program for Higher Learning Math Students from all Kindergarten Classes
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Education
Bachelors in Elementary Education With ESOL Endors - Elementary Education
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL01.2007
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Lesson Planning in Kindergarten for 7 Years of Teaching
- Early Childhood Development
- Behavior Management
- Curriculum Planning
- Used Steam Education by implementing Science, Math, and Reading into Teacher Based instruction and Student Products
- Received an Award for Teaching Kindergarten through the use of Music
- Faculty Collaboration Team Leadership in Kindergarten
- Creative Teaching Strategies
- Emotional Support
- Provided Special Needs Support (was the mainstreaming teacher that provided Inclusion of Special Needs Education for my Morning Program into my classroom)
Additional Information
"The Mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires," stated by William Arthur Ward. For as long as I can remember I have always wanted to teach children. I have qualified education and experience to fulfill another teaching position. I have the acquired skills and qualifications to continue such standards.
Timeline
Floranada Elementary Kindergarten Teacher
Broward County Schools
08.2011 - 01.2015
Everglades Elementary School Kindergarten Teacher
Broward County Schools
08.2007 - 06.2010
Interim Substitute Kindergarten
Broward Schools
03.2006 - 06.2006
Pre School Summer/After Program Teacher
B'Nai'Aviv Temple
06.2004 - 08.2010
Bachelors in Elementary Education With ESOL Endors - Elementary Education
Florida Atlantic University