Crista Kuhlmann
Hastings
Summary
I am an elementary school teacher with 20 years of experience in early childhood education and child development. I believe in fostering a positive relationship with my students to help them manage their behavior and effectively work for continued growth. I have utilized research based teaching methods in my instruction to maintain student interest, support diverse learning styles and meet the needs of all students to help them grow, experience success and reach individualized goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Hastings Public Schools
08.2008 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to enhance student learning experiences.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum effectiveness and student engagement.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to address diverse learning needs within classroom settings.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching skills and methodologies.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly and adapted teaching methods accordingly.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns as needed.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and strategies for improvement.
- Mentored new teachers within the school community by sharing knowledge, providing guidance on instructional strategies, and offering ongoing support during their transition into the profession.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Grand Island Public Schools
08.2006 - 05.2008
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to enhance student learning experiences.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to address diverse learning needs within classroom settings.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing feedback to guide academic growth and improvement.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
Education
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Concordia University
Seward, NE05-2011
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Hastings College
Hastings, NE05-2006
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaborative teamwork
- Verbal and written communication
- Safe, positive learning environment
- Literacy strategies
- Organizational skills
- Relationship building
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Parent-teacher communication
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Hastings Public Schools
08.2008 - Current
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Grand Island Public Schools
08.2006 - 05.2008
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Concordia University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Hastings College
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