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Tonya Krei

Killeen,TEXAS
Tonya Krei

Summary

Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments. Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies. Caring Teacher with 15 years of experience in Educational instruction. Expert in closely monitoring student progress while implementing modern educational techniques into daily practices. Committed to long-term student success through well-rounded educations. Highly tolerant teacher dedicated to supporting safe classroom environment. Energetic and motivated with extensive knowledge in various subjects. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

16
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Killeen Independent Sch District

Teacher
08.2019 - Current

Job overview

  • Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
  • Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
  • Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
  • Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.

Memorial Baptist School

Teacher
08.2018 - 07.2019

Job overview

  • Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
  • Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
  • Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
  • Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.

Grace Lutheran Preschool

Teacher
08.2008 - 07.2018

Job overview

  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Education

Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK

Bachelor of Science from Early Childhood Education
12.1993

North Eastern A&M
Miami, OK

Associate of Science from Education
05.1990

Skills

  • Inquiry-based learning

  • Feedback implementation

  • Assignment Grading

  • Google Classroom

  • Parent-Teacher Communication

  • Team Collaboration

  • SMART Board

  • MAP Testing and Data

  • Technology Integration

  • Performance Assessments

  • Standardized Testing

  • Collaborative learning

  • Curriculum Development

  • Testing and grading

  • Student needs assessment

  • Instructional Design

  • Online Teaching

  • Learning Style Assessment

  • Documentation And Reporting

Certification

Teacher Certification in Texas and Oklahoma

Timeline

Teacher

Killeen Independent Sch District
08.2019 - Current

Teacher

Memorial Baptist School
08.2018 - 07.2019

Teacher

Grace Lutheran Preschool
08.2008 - 07.2018

Oklahoma State University

Bachelor of Science from Early Childhood Education

North Eastern A&M

Associate of Science from Education
Tonya Krei