KRISTINA COTTEN
Stafford,VA
Summary
As residential professional, brings valuable experience in fostering inclusive living environments and enhancing student engagement. Known for collaborative team efforts and adaptability to changing situations. Possesses strong conflict resolution and communication skills highly valued in this field.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Site Director for Afterschool Program
AlphaBEST
05.2022 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to enhance resources available for both academic and extracurricular programs at the school.
- Provided ongoing professional development opportunities for staff members, promoting continuous improvement in teaching strategies and methodologies.
- Facilitated smooth transitions for new students by implementing comprehensive orientation programs and establishing connections with their families early on.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, progress reports, and other relevant documentation required by state regulations or district policies.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to facilitate open communication between team members, contributing to a collaborative work environment that promoted professional growth among educators.
- Boosted parent involvement in school activities through consistent outreach efforts, leading to a more supportive and engaged community.
- Led the school''s emergency response team, ensuring all safety protocols were followed during drills or actual events, prioritizing student and staff wellbeing.
- Streamlined communication with parents, ensuring they were well-informed about their child''s progress and school events.
Elementary School Substitute Teacher
Prince Williams Public Schools
05.2022 - Current
- Assisted struggling students by providing individualized support and implementing targeted intervention strategies.
- Ensured classroom safety by carefully monitoring student activities and adhering to established protocols during emergency situations.
- Served as a mentor for new substitute teachers, offering guidance on effective classroom management strategies and building rapport with students.
- Organized extracurricular events such as field trips, fundraisers, and school-wide projects to enrich the educational experience for students.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, parents, and administration, fostering a collaborative atmosphere conducive to student success.
- Evaluated student progress through formative assessments, adjusting teaching methods to address individual needs effectively.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by fostering open communication, respect, and inclusivity among students.
Resident Advisor
R.I.S.E [Restoring Identities After Sexual Exploitation]
01.2021 - 08.2022
- Provided care for ages 12-19
- Maintained Licensing requirements
- Facilitation of ongoing relationships with social workers, residents and their families
- Provide a positive role model for all RISE residents, modeling those behaviors of honesty, integrity, responsibility, independence and maturity
- Provide care and supervision for RISE residents
- Assist in the provision of material, physical, emotional, disciplinary, and spiritual needs of RISE residents
- Prepare and serve meals and snacks as dictated by the menu planning of the Kitchen Manager to Residents
- Assist, as needed, in transporting residents to appropriate facilities outside of RISE, including to medical/health, DHS and court appointments
- Participate in social activities within and outside the shelter with the residents;
- Administration and documentation of medication dispensing
- Participate in the community of RISE by assisting with the maintenance, cleaning and general upkeep of the RISE property
- Developed strong relationships with residents, fostering a supportive and inclusive living community.
- Created informative bulletin boards that provided relevant resources related to academics, mental health, and campus life opportunities for students'' personal growth.
- Facilitated roommate agreements at the beginning of each semester to set clear expectations for shared living spaces.
- Educated residents on university policies, promoting responsible behavior within the residence hall community.
Classroom Master Teacher
Children of America
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Promoted critical thinking skills by incorporating problem-solving activities into daily lessons.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving the overall quality of education provided to all students.
- Increased student motivation through the use of creative teaching methods and relevant real-world examples.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear rules, routines, and consequences for both positive and negative actions.
- Led after-school clubs or programs related to subject matter expertise, further enriching students'' educational experiences outside of the classroom setting.
- Assessed student progress regularly and adjusted instructional strategies accordingly for optimal learning outcomes.
Education Coordinator/Supervisor
Bright Horizons Saint Francis Child Development Center
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Maintained Licensing requirements that have been set by state
- Making sure lesson plans flow with curriculum and is posted
- Shopping for teachers supplies for lesson plan activities
- Instructing teachers on how to use iPad for classroom data to communicate with parents
- Parent Communication Letters that are published weekly
- Responsible for teacher encouragement and ideas for motivating them
- Completed activity goals for the center such as open house, holidays, etc
Center Director
Playcare Smart Start #1
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Responsible for the day to day operations of the center while ensuring that the facility brings the highest and most trusted level in child care services
Assistant Director and Master Teacher
Playcare Lawton Schoolage Clubhouse Bright
01.2012 - 01.2014
- 3-Star Compliant Facility
- Provided care for ages 5-12
- Maintained ratio
- Completed daily paperwork such as DHS subsidy
- Ensure building is staffed correctly always
- Ensure staff lesson plans were completed
- Act as director in the director's absence by completing all paperwork to keep building in compliance with DHS requirements
- Communicate with parents about the care of their child, payments, programs, resources, etc
Owner/Director
Mrs. Kristina's Home Childcare
01.2008 - 01.2012
- 2-Star facility and always compliant with City of Lawton DHS and Food Program responsibilities
- Creating Lesson Plans and Menus
- Provided care for ages 6 weeks to 12 years
- Responsible for keeping accurate records
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Family And Child Studies
Cameron University
Lawton, OK05-2016
Skills
- Peer Mediation
- Policy Enforcement
- Activity Planning
- Behavior monitoring
Certification
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Heart Association or American Red Cross. 2024
- Help and Safety Update Training from Penn state better Kidcare 2024
- Child Abuse and Neglect: Recognition and Reporting 2024
- Managing Aggressive behavior by the National Resource center for Youth Services 2020
- MAT Certification 2025 Cert Number; 101063
Timeline
Site Director for Afterschool Program
AlphaBEST
05.2022 - Current
Elementary School Substitute Teacher
Prince Williams Public Schools
05.2022 - Current
Classroom Master Teacher
Children of America
08.2021 - 05.2022
Resident Advisor
R.I.S.E [Restoring Identities After Sexual Exploitation]
01.2021 - 08.2022
Education Coordinator/Supervisor
Bright Horizons Saint Francis Child Development Center
01.2017 - 01.2020
Center Director
Playcare Smart Start #1
01.2014 - 12.2014
Assistant Director and Master Teacher
Playcare Lawton Schoolage Clubhouse Bright
01.2012 - 01.2014
Owner/Director
Mrs. Kristina's Home Childcare
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Heart Association or American Red Cross. 2024
- Help and Safety Update Training from Penn state better Kidcare 2024
- Child Abuse and Neglect: Recognition and Reporting 2024
- Managing Aggressive behavior by the National Resource center for Youth Services 2020
- MAT Certification 2025 Cert Number; 101063
Bachelor of Arts - Family And Child Studies
Cameron University
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