KRISTINA CLIFTON
Silverton
Summary
TO APPLY SKILLS ALREADY ACQUIRED IN A MONTESSORI ENVIRONMENT WHILE CONTINUING TO HELP OTHERS AND MYSELF GROW IN HEALTHY SURROUNDINGS. PROVIDING AN EXCITING AND EDUCATIONAL SPACE IS A TOP PRIORITY.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional Substitute
Manitou School District
01.2020 - 06.2022
- Worked as Substitute in Pre-k, Elementary and Middle Schools for the Manitou Springs School District
- Contributed to a safe learning environment, monitoring students during non-instructional times and addressing any concerns or issues promptly.
- Assisted in the implementation of behavior management strategies, reducing disruptions and fostering a positive learning atmosphere.
- Facilitated small group instruction, allowing for targeted support and personalized attention to address specific academic needs.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into daily lessons.
TEACHER'S ASSISTANT
SHERWOOD MONTESSORI
08.2013 - 06.2015
- PLANNED/IMPLEMENTED ACTIVITIES AROUND SCHOOL INCLUDING DANCE PARTIES, COMPOST PROGRAM , ETC
- ASSISTED LEAD TEACHER WITH LESSONS, GRADING, AND ALL IN BETWEEN
- WORKED WITH GROUPS OF CHILDREN
- WORKED ONE ON ONE WITH CHILDREN
- IMPLEMENTED /FOLLOWED THROUGH WITH APPROPRIATE PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN AS DECIDED BY THE TEAM AT SHERWOOD AND THEIR PARENTS
- LISTENED TO CHILDREN WHILE WORKING TO HELP THEM GUIDE THEIR WAY THROUGH THE DAY
PARAPROFESSIONAL
CHICO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
09.2011 - 06.2013
- WORKED WITH CHILDREN WITH MILD TO SEVERE DISABILITIES
- IMPLEMENTED LEARNING STRATEGIES FOR CHILDREN WITH HIGH NEEDS
- ASSISTED STUDENTS WITH PHYSICAL CARE
- MAINTAINED RECORDS OF EDUCATIONAL AND BEHAVIORAL OCCURRENCE
- PROVIDED ONGOING SUPPORT FOR FELLOW WORKERS
- KEPT CLASSROOMS CLEAN, NEAT AND PROPERLY SANITIZED FOR STUDENT HEALTH AND CLASSROOM EFFICIENCY
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
ENLOE MEDICAL CENTER
12.2010 - 12.2012
- MAINTAINED ACCURATE RECORDS OF PATIENT CARE, CONDITION, AND CONCERNS
- MONITORED VITAL SIGNS
- PROVIDED PRE - AND POST - OP CARE
- ADMINISTERED MEDICATIONS
- ASSISTED PATIENTS WITH ALL ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIVING
Education
AAG - General
Clackamas Community College
Oregon City, ORBachelor of Arts - Women And Ethnic Studies
UCCS
Colorado Springs, CO12.2023
Skills
- KNOWLEDGE AND PASSION FOR THE MONTESSORI METHOD
- KNOWLEDGE OF MATERIALS USED IN A MONTESSORI CLASSROOM
- AWARE OF/ USE OF NURTURED HEART APPROACH
- ABILITY TO ASSIST LEAD TEACHER WITH LESSONS
- ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS
- EXCELLENT COMMUNICATOR WITH FELLOW WORKERS, STUDENTS, AND PARENTS
- HAVING FUN
- ABILITY TO CALM A CHAOTIC WORK TIME
- ONE-ON-ONE SUPPORT AND INSTRUCTION
- SPECIAL EDUCATION
- EXPERIENCE IN ELEMENTARY, MIDDLE, AND HIGH SCHOOL
Timeline
Paraprofessional Substitute
Manitou School District
01.2020 - 06.2022
TEACHER'S ASSISTANT
SHERWOOD MONTESSORI
08.2013 - 06.2015
PARAPROFESSIONAL
CHICO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
09.2011 - 06.2013
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
ENLOE MEDICAL CENTER
12.2010 - 12.2012
AAG - General
Clackamas Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Women And Ethnic Studies
UCCS
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