Kristina Hughes
Educator
Middletown,RI
Summary
As an educator, conducting professional development, supporting teachers with classroom management, understanding and applying curriculum knowledge, working through the restorative practices with students, communicating with faculty and staff, and tracking data is a vital part of supporting teachers and growing students. As an educator, closing gaps in learning and supporting those in need through appropriate Tier 1 instruction and identifying those students in need to Tier 2 intervention is supported by the gathering of data and implementation of these resources.
Special education professional with proven track record of fostering inclusive learning environments and implementing effective instructional strategies. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and achieving positive educational outcomes, adaptable to changing classroom dynamics. Skilled in behavior management, curriculum development, and student advocacy, bringing reliability and flexibility to role.
Skilled ESL Instructor versed in using effective and efficient methods of teaching while focusing on individual student needs. Experience teaching ESL at elementary and high school grade levels for students from over 20 different cultural backgrounds. Leverages positive, affirming approaches to encourage learning and assimilation. Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education/Multi Language Learner Teacher
Middletown Public Schools
Middletown, RI
09.2024 - Current
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Streamlined classroom processes by integrating technology tools such as interactive whiteboards and assistive devices designed for students with disabilities.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Organized and led professional development sessions for colleagues on inclusive education strategies, improving school-wide support for students with disabilities.
- Facilitated collaborative learning experiences, fostering student interaction and teamwork.
- Developed educational materials incorporating technology to enhance classroom instruction.
- Analyzed student data to drive instructional improvements and track academic progress.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
ESL Educator
Killeen ISD
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Conducting PLCs
- Scheduling for the ESL team
- Administering state ESL assessments
- Advising administrators with compliance issues and ESL
- Various forms of written communication including campus administrators, central office administrators, and educators
- Planning with campus educators on how to better support ESL students through reading/language arts
- Data Analysis and Data Meetings
- Addressing school improvement plan with language objective professional development
- Community relations with events held on campus
- Instructional coaching to model for struggling teacher
- Organization and procedures are a vital part of ESL
- Conducting professional development regarding the expectations and requirements for ESL and our EBs
- Expanded students'' vocabulary knowledge through targeted activities, increasing their ability to communicate effectively in English.
- Tailored lesson plans to accommodate differences in learning styles and speeds.
Special Programs Teacher
Copperas Cove ISD
Copperas Cove, Texas
08.2020 - 07.2022
- As an intervention teacher, I supported students in math, reading, and dyslexia interventions.
- Data Analysis and Data Meetings
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
Interim Assistant Principal
Copperas Cove ISD
Copperas Cove, TX
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Leadership position as an interim assistant principal: working with parents, supporting administration through responding to behavior calls, decision making, conducting restorative conferences, conducting professional developments, mentoring, and working to support other staff and faculty.
- Student discipline was a necessary part of my interim assistant principal position.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Improved school performance by developing and implementing data-driven instructional strategies.
- Fostered a safe learning environment by collaborating with security personnel and implementing safety protocols throughout the campus.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Mentored new teachers in navigating their roles within the school system effectively.
English Educator
Marble Falls ISD
08.2016 - 07.2019
- Assisted with the district curriculum and assessment project
- Part of the common district assessment team
- Instructional Coaching, new/first teachers
- English 1-4 On-level and Resource Special Education Teacher
- Organization skills were vital as a special education teacher
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, enhancing student learning through interdisciplinary connections.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to target areas of weakness and continuously improve student performance throughout the school year.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
- Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, empowering students to take ownership of their learning and academic growth.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child''s progress through regular communication and conferences.
- Boosted student engagement with collaborative group projects, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
- Increased student comprehension of complex texts through close reading strategies and guided annotations.
- Mentored new teachers to help them successfully transition into the role, sharing best practices and lesson planning techniques.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management practices.
- Evaluated student learning through ongoing assessments, using data-driven decision-making to inform instructional approaches.
- Inspired a love for literature in students by exposing them to a wide range of genres, authors, and time periods throughout the curriculum.
- Enhanced overall classroom performance by implementing differentiated instruction techniques tailored to students'' needs.
- Improved student writing skills by providing constructive feedback and individualized support.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
English Educator
Bryan County Schools
Richmond Hill, GA
08.2014 - 07.2016
- Company Overview: Richmond Hill, GA
- Taught English Language Arts
- Taught honors, inclusion, and on-level courses
- Taught and created curriculum for a new SAT Prep course.
- Richmond Hill, GA
- Developed strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child''s progress through regular communication and conferences.
- Boosted student engagement with collaborative group projects, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
- Increased student comprehension of complex texts through close reading strategies and guided annotations.
- Cultivated critical thinking skills in students by challenging them to analyze literature from various perspectives and defend their interpretations.
- Contributed to the school community by actively participating in faculty meetings, professional development workshops, and curriculum review committees.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management practices.
- Evaluated student learning through ongoing assessments, using data-driven decision-making to inform instructional approaches.
- Inspired a love for literature in students by exposing them to a wide range of genres, authors, and time periods throughout the curriculum.
Reading and Language Art Teacher
Savannah-Chatham County School District
Richmond Hill, GA
10.2013 - 08.2014
- Assisted with the campus curriculum
- Reading and Language Arts On-level, Inclusion, and Co-Teach Teacher
- Managed a diverse range of learners, adapting lesson plans to accommodate different abilities and interests.
- Established a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encouraged open communication and collaboration among students.
- Improved student engagement in the classroom by designing innovative, project-based learning experiences.
- Assessed student work and provided constructive feedback.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formal evaluations, informal observations, and one-on-one conferences, ensuring each learner''s growth was accurately documented.
- Fostered positive and inclusive classroom environment, enabling students to express themselves freely.
Education
Principal Certification -
Texas A&M University-Commerce
Commerce, TX05.2020
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Texas A&M University-Commerce
Commerce, TX12.2015
Secondary Teacher Certification -
Texas A&M University-Commerce
Commerce, TX05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration with a focus in Marketing
East Texas Baptist University
Marshall, TX12.2001
Skills
- Administrative
- Curriculum Development
- Team leadership
- Special Programs
- Communicating
- Intervention
- Tracking Data
- Professional Development
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans, IEP
- Small group instruction
- Relationship building
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Instructional strategies
- Special education
- Literacy intervention
- Curriculum adjustments
Personal Information
Title: EDUCATOR
Timeline
Special Education/Multi Language Learner Teacher
Middletown Public Schools
09.2024 - Current
ESL Educator
Killeen ISD
08.2022 - 07.2024
Interim Assistant Principal
Copperas Cove ISD
11.2020 - 01.2021
Special Programs Teacher
Copperas Cove ISD
08.2020 - 07.2022
English Educator
Marble Falls ISD
08.2016 - 07.2019
English Educator
Bryan County Schools
08.2014 - 07.2016
Reading and Language Art Teacher
Savannah-Chatham County School District
10.2013 - 08.2014
Principal Certification -
Texas A&M University-Commerce
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Texas A&M University-Commerce
Secondary Teacher Certification -
Texas A&M University-Commerce
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration with a focus in Marketing
East Texas Baptist University