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Kristina Marsh

Littleton,CO

Summary

Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. High-energy Lead Teacher focused on improving teaching strategies and student understanding of material. Eager to help struggling students excel. Skilled at turning behavioral issues around into productive and happy pupils. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Teacher

Evans Early Childhood Center
01.2023 - Current
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
  • Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.

Lead Infant Room Teacher

Primrose School Of North Colorado Spring
05.2023 - 07.2023
  • Enhanced infant development by implementing age-appropriate activities and lessons.
  • Created and executed lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and assessed developmental needs of students to develop to fullest potential and achieve learning objectives.
  • Maintained confidentiality of children, family information and staff.
  • Planned and executed appropriate schedule and activities for children each day, creating fun, engaging and exciting learning environment by singing songs and reading to children.
  • Employed learning through play philosophy and educational objectives, striking balance between teacher-directed and child-directed activities and encouraging children to communicate verbally.
  • Cultivated professional relationships with parents and families, establishing availability for parent conferences when necessary.
  • Strengthened cognitive skills by introducing sensory experiences like soft music or tactile objects during playtime.
  • Continuously evaluated progress of each infant to ensure appropriate developmental milestones were achieved.
  • Coordinated special events and activities for infants and their families, such as holiday celebrations or milestone celebrations.
  • Encouraged positive behavior among infants through gentle guidance, redirection techniques, and consistent expectations.
  • Boosted early literacy skills by regularly exposing infants to books, songs, rhymes, and finger plays.
  • Promoted language development by engaging in daily conversations and reading sessions with infants.
  • Created a warm and welcoming atmosphere in the classroom, leading to increased parent satisfaction with the center.
  • Ensured safe and nurturing environment for infants by maintaining clean and organized spaces.
  • Improved emotional well-being of infants by providing consistent care, attention, and affection.
  • Collaborated with parents to address individual needs, fostering strong support system for each infant.
  • Established routines for nap time, feeding, and diaper changes to create a stable environment for growth.
  • Developed strong rapport with families through open lines of communication via phone calls or emails about their child''s progress.
  • Implemented creative art projects that allowed infants to explore different textures while developing fine motor skills.
  • Enhanced motor skill development through carefully planned physical activities such as tummy time or baby yoga.
  • Partnered with other teachers in the center to develop cohesive curriculum and share best practices for infant care.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
  • Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.

Substitute Teacher, Preschool

Sarah Carlson, District 11
10.2021 - 05.2023
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
  • Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
  • Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
  • Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
  • Promoted a collaborative learning environment through group projects and peer-to-peer activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
  • Assigned, explained and graded homework.
  • Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
  • Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports, ensuring timely submission to administration for reporting purposes.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research-based teaching strategies for continuous improvement in practice.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to students, parents and school administrators.
  • Incorporated technology into learning to enhance student engagement and learning.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative approaches to teaching.
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to accommodate varied student learning styles.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Evaluated student performance using formative assessments to provide targeted feedback while concurrently adjusting lesson plans based on data-driven insights.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Strengthened parent-teacher communication through proactive outreach via conferences, phone calls, and email updates on student progress.
  • Contributed to school-wide improvements in standardized test scores by aligning lesson plans with curriculum standards and objectives.
  • Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
  • Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
  • Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
  • Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
  • Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
  • Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
  • Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction.




























































































































Lead Float Teacher

Kid City USA
02.2022 - 05.2022
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing best practices and offering support in their professional development journey.
  • Adapted lessons to accommodate diverse learning styles, fostering an inclusive classroom atmosphere for all students.
  • Developed positive relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication regarding student progress.
  • Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a respectful and productive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lessons, promoting deeper understanding of subject matter.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance teaching strategies and stay current on educational trends.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating engaging activities and diverse teaching methods.
  • Incorporated hands-on activities into daily instruction, increasing student engagement and interest in course material.
  • Provided individualized support for students with special needs, ensuring academic success and personal growth.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using formative assessments, guiding instructional adaptations for improvement.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance, empowering students to take ownership of their learning journey.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
  • Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to accommodate varied student learning styles.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative approaches to teaching.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.

Assistant Teacher

Evans Early Childhood Center
03.2018 - 08.2020
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
  • Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
  • Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
  • Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
  • Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
  • Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
  • Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
  • Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
  • Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Distributed tests, assignments and handouts per teacher specifications.
  • Contributed to extracurricular programs by coaching sports teams or supervising clubs, enriching students'' overall educational experience.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.

Education

Associate of Arts - Inclusive Early Childhood Education

University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO

Associate of Arts - Early Education

Morgan Community College
Fort Morgan, CO

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood:Lib Arts-BA

University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO
05.2024

High School Diploma -

Fort Morgan High School
Fort Morgan, CO
05.2020

Skills

  • Childcare needs
  • Lesson Planning
  • Activity Planning
  • Classroom Management
  • Child Development
  • Behavior Modeling
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Safety awareness
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Lesson development
  • Training and mentoring
  • Project-based learning
  • Teacher Training
  • IEP support
  • Special Education
  • Standards Development
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Behavior Management
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Critical Thinking
  • Motivating students
  • Learning Strategies
  • Positive Role Model and Mentor
  • Curriculum Development
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Student Engagement
  • Student assessment
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Student evaluations
  • Social-Emotional Learning training
  • Special Needs Students
  • Performance Assessments
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Student needs assessment
  • Fluent in Russian and Ukrainian
  • ESL- English as Second Language
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Classroom Safety Practices
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Co-Teaching and Co-Planning

Languages

English
Professional Working
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Ukrainian
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Lead Infant Room Teacher

Primrose School Of North Colorado Spring
05.2023 - 07.2023

Lead Teacher

Evans Early Childhood Center
01.2023 - Current

Lead Float Teacher

Kid City USA
02.2022 - 05.2022

Substitute Teacher, Preschool

Sarah Carlson, District 11
10.2021 - 05.2023

Assistant Teacher

Evans Early Childhood Center
03.2018 - 08.2020

Associate of Arts - Inclusive Early Childhood Education

University of Colorado At Colorado Springs

Associate of Arts - Early Education

Morgan Community College

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood:Lib Arts-BA

University of Northern Colorado

High School Diploma -

Fort Morgan High School

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