Kristina Sherlock
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CCD Instructional Assistant 6-8
Kyrene School District
01.2021 - Current
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Collaborated with other instructional assistants and teachers to provide comprehensive support to students and deliver instruction aligned with curriculum standards.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
- Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Created lesson materials, visuals, and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
- Assisted with classroom technology to prepare students with skills needed to succeed in technology-rich world.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
CCB Instructional Assistant 6-8
Kyrene School District
05.2018 - 01.2021
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Collaborated with other instructional assistants and teachers to provide comprehensive support to students and deliver instruction aligned with curriculum standards.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
- Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Created lesson materials, visuals, and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
- Provided performance feedback to help students understand strengths and areas for improvement.
- Assisted with classroom technology to prepare students with skills needed to succeed in technology-rich world.
- Supervised extracurricular activities to provide students with opportunities to explore interests and develop new skills.
- Organized and led practice, research and lab assignments.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
- Handled class records for attendance, assignment grades and course participation scores.
- Taught courses under guidance of senior instructors.
- Developed materials for classroom teachers to support instruction, lab work or in-class activities.
- Shared important information with students concerning upcoming assignments and tests.
Special Education Instructional Assistant K-5
Kyrene School District
01.2016 - 05.2018
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.
- Created lesson materials, visuals, and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Assessed student assignments to check quality and completeness before submission for grading.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety, and security.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
Kids Club Preschool Instructional Assistant Pre-K
Kyrene School District
05.2015 - 10.2015
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Organized snack time and nap hours.
- Taught children with creative approaches, methods, and techniques.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education Mild-moderate Disabilities
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ10.2025
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Health Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Maricopa Community Colleges - Rio Salado Community College
Tempe, AZ06.2017
Skills
- Student Learning Support
- Classroom Management
- Positive Learning Environment
- Learning Modality Expertise
- Instructional Techniques
- Educational Settings
- Evidence-Based Program Use
- Classroom Inclusion
- Teacher Collaboration
- Faculty Support
- Lesson Development
- Secondary Education
- Games and Manipulatives
- Learner Engagement
- Preparing Instructional Materials
- Conflict Resolution
- Creating Visuals
- Multicultural Awareness
- Student Assessment
- Small Group Instruction
- Curriculum Development
- Special Education Support
- Student Safety
- Grading Assignments
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
- Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
- Experience with Diverse Student Populations
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
- Creating a Safe Learning Environment
Certification
First aid and CPR
NCI (crisis intervention training)
IVP fingerprint clearance card
Timeline
CCD Instructional Assistant 6-8
Kyrene School District
01.2021 - Current
CCB Instructional Assistant 6-8
Kyrene School District
05.2018 - 01.2021
Special Education Instructional Assistant K-5
Kyrene School District
01.2016 - 05.2018
Kids Club Preschool Instructional Assistant Pre-K
Kyrene School District
05.2015 - 10.2015
Master of Science - Special Education Mild-moderate Disabilities
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Health Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Maricopa Community Colleges - Rio Salado Community College
First aid and CPR
NCI (crisis intervention training)
IVP fingerprint clearance card
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