Kristopher Howell
Harlingen,Texas
Summary
Adaptable teaching professional delivering individualized instruction and data-driven assessments to support diverse learning needs. Strength in lesson planning, classroom management, and student engagement to improve academic outcomes. Collaborative work style focused on conflict resolution and teamwork to strengthen learning environments.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Brownsville ISD
Brownsville, Texas
08.2008 - Current
- Developed lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Facilitated classroom activities to enhance student participation and learning outcomes.
- Delivered individualized instruction tailored to diverse learning needs of all students.
- Provided individualized support to students with diverse learning needs.
- Used assessment strategies to track student progress and understanding.
- Managed classroom behavior through effective communication and conflict resolution.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Worked with colleagues on interdisciplinary teaching projects.
Manager
Starbucks
Harlingen, TX
01.2005 - 06.2008
- Supervised cash handling, inventory checks, and supply ordering.
- Trained partners on beverage standards, customer service, and store procedures.
- Resolved customer concerns with calm, professional communication.
- Coordinated shift coverage and supported smooth front-of-house service.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
- Oversaw daily operations, maintaining efficiency and quality standards.
Cafe Manager
Barnes & Noble
McAllen, Texas
01.2002 - 02.2004
- Managed Barnes & Noble café operations and daily team workflows.
- Scheduled associates and balanced coverage for bookstore café shifts.
- Trained café staff on service standards and drink preparation.
- Monitored inventory and ordered café supplies through Barnes & Noble systems.
- Enforced food safety and sanitation procedures across café stations.
- Resolved customer concerns and supported smooth guest service.
- Handled cash office tasks and reconciled café register activity.
- Coordinated with store leadership on promotions, labor, and café readiness.
- Took inventory of supplies and equipment and placed new orders to maintain stock levels.
- Reconciled daily sales each shift, counting register drawers and resolving discrepancies.
- Recruited, trained, managed and evaluated cafe staff performance.
- Scheduled shift rotations for employees to maximize operational efficiency while minimizing labor costs.
- Trained new employees to perform duties.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
- Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
Assistant Manager
Luby's Cafeteria
Greenville, Texas
01.2001 - 06.2002
- Monitored food quality, portion control, and presentation across serving stations.
- Inspected dining areas, kitchen spaces, and equipment for cleanliness.
- Coordinated inventory checks and ordered supplies for cafeteria operations.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
- Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services.
- Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
- Supervised cafeteria staff during daily dining room operations and service shifts.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
Texas Southmost College
Brownsville, TX05-2008
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum implementation
- Standards-based grading
- Educational assessment
- Instructional methods
- Individualized instruction
- Classroom instruction
- Classroom management
- Student performance tracking
- Student engagement
- Project-based learning
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Collaborative learning
- Group instruction
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Teacher
Brownsville ISD
08.2008 - Current
Manager
Starbucks
01.2005 - 06.2008
Cafe Manager
Barnes & Noble
01.2002 - 02.2004
Assistant Manager
Luby's Cafeteria
01.2001 - 06.2002
Bachelor of Arts - History
Texas Southmost College