Krisztina Keefe
Fox Lake,IL
Summary
Qualified general education teacher with robust background in supporting classroom activities and fostering student growth. Proven track record in assisting teachers with lesson preparations and managing classroom environments. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with both students and educators.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Spring Grove Elementary School
02.2020 - Current
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Enhanced classroom efficiency through organizing instructional materials, managing daily schedules, and preparing resources for lessons as needed.
Head Junior Varsity Girls Basketball Coach
Richmond-Burton High School
01.2019 - 02.2021
- Supervision and instruction of student-athletes during all team activities
- Implement and deliver practice plans that associates with player skill level
- All players are properly equipped before engaging in practices and games
- CPR Certified
Program Assistant
The Boys and Girls Club
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Create and implement engaging, interactive programs for youth (ages 5-10) in all three priority outcome areas: Academic Success, Good Character & Citizenship, and Healthy Lifestyles
- Providing a safe place- engage and discipline with a positive approach with the goals to of creating structure within the club
- Developing relationships by engaging in youth play
Bag Room Attendant
Bull Valley Golf Club
05.2016 - 09.2018
- Manage the members golf clubs in terms of check in and out, in addition to cleaning and storing them as appropriate
- Maintain the bag room, cleaning range and putting green and cleaning range balls
Golf Shop Front Desk
Bull Valley Golf Club
01.2016 - 09.2018
- Welcome members and engage in conversation while conducting the check in process
- Handle payment processing and close out
- Monitor reservations to track time of incoming single golfers and foursome parties
- Answered phones by responding to member and customer inquiries and transferred calls to appropriate staff members
Banquet Server
Bull Valley Golf Club
01.2014 - 09.2018
- Prepare for various events by setting up the rooms according to specifications, assisted with decorations, tore downs rooms post event
- Ensure full guest satisfaction at all points during dining experience, resolved any discrepancies or complaints by addressing the issues or involving management
- Train new employees on proper food handling, guest expectations and event/restaurant protocol
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining composure under pressure in fast-paced banquet environments.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Aurora University
Aurora, IL12-2023
Bachelors - Public Health Education
Ashford University
San Diego, California01.2019
Associates - Science
McHenry County College
Crystal Lake, Illinois01.2016
Professional Volunteer Experience
- Child abuse and adoption spokesperson, Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) of Lake County, Child abuse and adoption spokesperson for special fundraising events and various radio interviews for Lake County with WXLC.
- Child abuse and adoption spokesperson, One Hope United, Child abuse and adoption spokesperson for special events and participated in a magazine front page article on our family story.
- Volunteer, Lake County Habitat for Humanity, Waukegan, Illinois, Volunteered to help build homes.
- Teacher's Assistant, Richmond Burton High School, Teacher's Assistant for freshman physical education and inclusion classroom as aide for students with special needs.
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Spring Grove Elementary School
02.2020 - Current
Program Assistant
The Boys and Girls Club
08.2019 - 06.2020
Head Junior Varsity Girls Basketball Coach
Richmond-Burton High School
01.2019 - 02.2021
Bag Room Attendant
Bull Valley Golf Club
05.2016 - 09.2018
Golf Shop Front Desk
Bull Valley Golf Club
01.2016 - 09.2018
Banquet Server
Bull Valley Golf Club
01.2014 - 09.2018
Associates - Science
McHenry County College
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Aurora University
Bachelors - Public Health Education
Ashford University
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