Kristine Pappas
Queens,NY
Summary
Dedicated special education teacher with a dynamic and adaptable approach to supporting each student's diverse academic and emotional developmental needs. Emphasizing empathy and accommodation, designs and implements hands-on lessons for diverse learning abilities. Collaborates effectively with team, utilizing constant communication, patience, and positive reinforcement to deliver exceptional educational tools that foster academic achievement.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Middle School Special Education Teacher
Divine Wisdom Catholic Academy
12.2023 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Tailored education and development goals to match individual student abilities and needs.
- Designed and implemented Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students with special needs.
4th Grade Elementary Master Teacher
Icahn Charter School 7
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
Middle School Staff Developer
Icahn Charter School 7
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Partnered with Assistant Principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
- Set and worked towards ambitious goals with staff performance plans and regular check-in meetings.
- Worked cooperatively with consultants, to help incorporated new instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Set academic and behavioral standards for students.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
5th Grade Elementary Teacher
Icahn Charter School 7
09.2017 - 08.2021
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.(SETTS)
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses and learning patterns.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
Elementary Teacher
NYC Department Of Education
01.2013 - 06.2017
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
Education
Master of Arts - Dual Childhood & Special Ed 1-6
Queens College of The City University of New York
Flushing, NY05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Pre-Professional in Anthropology
Queens College of The City University of New York
Flushing, NY05.2012
Skills
- Middle School Education
- Special Education
- Individualized education plans
- IEP implementation
- Small group instruction
- Curriculum Development and Planning
- Student Performance Data Tracking
- Staff Development
- School Administration
- Family Involvement
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Autism spectrum disorders
Accomplishments
- Became Icahn Master Teacher in 2021
- Improved fifth grade NYS Math 2021 test scores by 20% by reworking approach.
- Nominated for the Big Apple Award in 2021.
- Commended for exceptional teaching and support to students for collaborating with P.S. 107X fifth graders to enhance their math program.
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Certification
- Students With Disabilities (Grades 1-6), Professional Certificate
- Childhood Education (Grades 1-6), Professional Certificate
- Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 2)Professional Certificate
Timeline
Middle School Special Education Teacher
Divine Wisdom Catholic Academy
12.2023 - Current
4th Grade Elementary Master Teacher
Icahn Charter School 7
09.2022 - 06.2023
Middle School Staff Developer
Icahn Charter School 7
09.2021 - 08.2022
5th Grade Elementary Teacher
Icahn Charter School 7
09.2017 - 08.2021
Elementary Teacher
NYC Department Of Education
01.2013 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Pre-Professional in Anthropology
Queens College of The City University of New York
- Students With Disabilities (Grades 1-6), Professional Certificate
- Childhood Education (Grades 1-6), Professional Certificate
- Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 2)Professional Certificate
Master of Arts - Dual Childhood & Special Ed 1-6
Queens College of The City University of New York
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