Dawn Christianson

4K Teacher

Rice Lake Area School District

08.2001 - 06.2025

Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
Promoted critical thinking skills in students by designing challenging activities that required problem-solving and logical reasoning abilities.
Collaborated with fellow educators to share best practices, refine curricula, and ensure consistency across classrooms.
Managed classroom behavior effectively through consistent enforcement of rules, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to cater to varying ability levels within the classroom, promoting inclusive education and supporting diverse learners.
Organized field trips, guest speakers, and hands-on projects to enhance subject matter relevance and engage students in authentic learning experiences.
Mentored new teachers in effective instructional practices, providing guidance on lesson planning, assessment design, and classroom management techniques.
Increased parent involvement through regular communication, fostering a supportive community for student success.
Developed strong rapport with students and parents, creating an open line of communication regarding academic achievements and areas for improvement.
Assessed student progress regularly, adjusting lesson plans and instructional strategies accordingly to promote optimal learning outcomes.
Provided targeted support for struggling students through one-on-one tutoring sessions or small group interventions designed to boost skill development.
Supervised student teachers during their practicum placements, offering constructive feedback on performance while guiding their growth as future educators.
Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Assisted and supervised 20 children through entire school day.
Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
Established positive relationships with students and families.
Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
Developed and implemented behavior management plans.