CHRISTINA HELEN SMITH
Creve Coeur,MO
Summary
Highly motivated and experienced teacher leader with a strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for a collaborative approach and unwavering commitment to excellence. Dedicated to driving positive outcomes and making a significant impact in any educational setting.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English/Reading Teacher/Team Leader
Hazelwood School District
01.2001 - Current
- Taught 7th and 8th grade English, developmental reading
- Presented PDC workshops on reading and vocabulary strategies
- Assessed and reported on each student's reading progress in accordance with policies developed by school district.
- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
- Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
- Participated in professional development activities to stay current with literature trends.
- Engaged in departmental committees to develop and review policies.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design and maintain curriculum.
- Participated in department and employee team meetings to discuss student performance and academic achievement.
- Tutored students struggling with course material.
- Developed and implemented course materials, lecture notes and assignments.
AP Intern/Department Chairperson/Summer School Coordinator
Hazelwood School District
08.2004 - 08.2021
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification for over 20 years.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities for over 10 years.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development for over 3 years.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness for over 3 years.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Led meetings to convey policy changes, gather information, and assess employee thoughts.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements for over 3 years.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment for over 5 years.
- Instructed small groups of teachers and students for over 23 years.
- Studied assessment information covering students, teachers and school operations to formulate improvement plans.
- Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms for over 3 years.
Adjunct Reading Instructor
Forest Park Community College
09.2019 - 04.2020
- Taught lessons in basic college level composition/reading for one year.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
Adjunct English Professor
Tulsa Community College
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Taught lessons in basic college level composition for 1 year
- Facilitated literature exploration for 1 year
Senior English Teacher
Tulsa Public Schools
01.1994 - 01.2001
- Taught regular and honors World Literature and Composition for over 8 years
- Taught and devised curriculum for Advanced Placement Literature for over 8 years
- Wrote (and received) Advanced Placement Grants totally over $25,000 for over 3 years
- Trained, advised, and evaluated beginning teachers as a state mentor for over 5 years
Education
Master of Science - Education Administration
Lindenwood University
St. Charles, MO01.2009
Masters of Science - Curriculum and Instruction, Reading Education
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK01.1999
Bachelor of Arts - English Education
Butler University
Indianapolis01.1992
Skills
- Oral communication
- Written communication
- Student assessments
- Instructional leadership
- Classroom management
- Classroom observation
- Student engagement
- Teacher mentoring
- Curriculum planning
- School event coordination
- Relationship building and networking
- Teaching and learning assessments
Accomplishments
Teacher of the Year in 2012
ALPS Leadership Program Completion 2021
Certification
- English grades 5-12
- Administration grades 7-12
Interests Affiliations
- NCTE
- IRA
Timeline
Adjunct Reading Instructor
Forest Park Community College
09.2019 - 04.2020
AP Intern/Department Chairperson/Summer School Coordinator
Hazelwood School District
08.2004 - 08.2021
English/Reading Teacher/Team Leader
Hazelwood School District
01.2001 - Current
Adjunct English Professor
Tulsa Community College
01.2000 - 01.2001
Senior English Teacher
Tulsa Public Schools
01.1994 - 01.2001
- English grades 5-12
- Administration grades 7-12
Master of Science - Education Administration
Lindenwood University
Masters of Science - Curriculum and Instruction, Reading Education
Oklahoma State University
Bachelor of Arts - English Education
Butler University
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