KRISTY CHAVERS
Eads,TN
Summary
Experienced educator with strong background in curriculum development, implementation, and successful collaboration with faculty, administration, families, and students. Well-equipped to enhance the learning experience for all students and teachers, creating engaging and effective instructional materials in a positive learning environment. Committed to staying up-to-date with the latest educational trends that support students and colleagues.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Academic Coordinator
Briarcrest Christian School
06.2024 - Current
- Communicate effectively with parents, teachers, and administrators
- Collaborate with middle/high school coordinator to ensure vertical alignment through grade 12
- Collaborate with teachers to determine curriculum efficacy.
- Develop materials for classroom teachers to support instruction.
- Monitor and track students' progress using Acadience Reading K-6 to encourage successful outcomes.
- Manage Preschool-5th grade curriculum implementation and continuous improvement of best practices.
- Guide and support faculty and staff in implementation of new and existing programs.
- Oversee successful implementation of reading intervention program for students in Kindergarten through third grade identified at risk for reading difficulties.
- Collaborated in launching a dyslexia therapy company and coordinated program startup within the school, including student identification and scheduling of student services.
- Partner with the principal to oversee the educational support services program for students with learning differences.
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Briarcrest Christian School
08.2015 - 05.2024
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Designed daily lesson plans to meet student needs.
- Scheduled and directed field trips and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Pursued professional development opportunities to maintain certification and extend skills.
- 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.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading needs based on assessment findings.
Director of Children’s Ministries
Collierville United Methodist Church
01.2014 - 04.2015
- Adhered to security processes and sign-in and sign-out procedures for children, parents and visitors.
- Supervised children from birth to 12 years.
- Worked with pastors, elders, and church leaders to develop weekly programs and special events for children.
- Vetted volunteers and interested parties for criminal history or issues risking children.
- Evaluated and introduced age-appropriate materials for children.
- Recruited and trained volunteers and staff in care of children, facility procedures, and Christian education.
- Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of events and activities.
- Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
- Directed pre-school, toddler and infant services to provide comprehensive family support.
- Analyzed program costs to determine budget priorities.
- Hired, mentored and supervised instructors and volunteer staff to carry out program goals.
Director of Children’s Ministries
First United Methodist Church
01.2012 - 12.2013
1st Grade Teacher
Briarcrest Christian School
08.2002 - 05.2006
1st Grade Teacher
First Assembly Christian School
08.2001 - 05.2002
3rd Grade Teacher
St. Anne Catholic School
08.2000 - 05.2001
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR12-2026
Pathways to Structured Literacy -
AIM Institute
06-2026
Pathways to Proficient Reading - undefined
AIM Institute
06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS12-1999
Skills
- Schedule management
- School data evaluation
- Faculty support
- Educational leadership
- Intervention implementation
- Evaluation of student needs
- Subject matter expertise
- Curriculum management
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Elementary Academic Coordinator
Briarcrest Christian School
06.2024 - Current
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Briarcrest Christian School
08.2015 - 05.2024
Director of Children’s Ministries
Collierville United Methodist Church
01.2014 - 04.2015
Director of Children’s Ministries
First United Methodist Church
01.2012 - 12.2013
1st Grade Teacher
Briarcrest Christian School
08.2002 - 05.2006
1st Grade Teacher
First Assembly Christian School
08.2001 - 05.2002
3rd Grade Teacher
St. Anne Catholic School
08.2000 - 05.2001
Pathways to Proficient Reading - undefined
AIM Institute
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Arkansas State University
Pathways to Structured Literacy -
AIM Institute
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Mississippi State University