Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Generic

Kristen L. Shreffler

Joliet

Summary

Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Crete-Monee Middle School, excelling in project management and curriculum design. Proven track record in facilitating impactful professional learning communities and developing innovative assessment strategies. Adept at leveraging educational technology to enhance student engagement and foster collaborative environments, driving academic success for diverse learners.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

IB MYP Coordinator and Co-Athletic Coordinator

Crete-Monee Middle School, University Park, Illinois
University Park
01.2022 - Current
  • Stay informed about current MYP standards and practices, and communicate MYP updates to relevant stakeholders.
  • Formulate meeting agendas for professional learning communities addressing MYP and school requirements.
  • Facilitated the schoolwide MYP self-study for the 2023-2024 school year.
  • Planned and implemented the MYP evaluation during the 2024-2025 school year.
  • Facilitate meaningful professional learning community meetings to engage in collaborative conversations and planning with colleagues.
  • Assist with the development of IB assessment rubrics for multiple grades and subject areas.
  • Seek out meaningful professional development opportunities for MYP stakeholders.
  • Plan and implement community project requirements for 8th-grade MYP students.
  • Plan daily advisory activities for grades 6-8.
  • Schedule games, workers, and buses for athletic and activity events.
  • Communicate with athletic directors in the conference, coaches, and parents.
  • Distribute and collect tryout forms and athletic physicals for students interested in participating in athletics.
  • Prepare orders of athletic equipment and uniforms for athletics.
  • Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials and classroom resources.
  • Collaborated with staff to implement school policies and procedures consistently.
  • Facilitated training sessions for new staff on school processes and systems.
  • Supported extracurricular activities by arranging logistics and resources needed.

6th-8th Grade Science Instructor

Crete-Monee Middle School, University Park, Illinois
University Park
01.2016 - 06.2022
  • Plan and implement IB instruction for 6th- to 8th-grade science for students who vary greatly in their abilities.
  • Develop classes that emphasize the development of social skills and cooperative learning while addressing AtL and Global Context.
  • Develop and instruct an Honors Biology class, where students receive high school credit.
  • Engage in numerous Next Generation Science Standards training.
  • Plan and implement the Science Action Club program for students interested in hands-on science.
  • Plan daily advisory activities for grades 6-8.
  • Act as a Museum of Science and Industry Teacher-Leader.
  • Facilitated classroom discussions to promote critical thinking and collaboration among students.
  • Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adapt instruction accordingly.
  • Managed classroom behavior through effective communication and positive reinforcement techniques.

7th Grade Science & Social Studies Instructor

Manteno CUSD NO 5, Manteno, Illinois
Manteno
01.2007 - 05.2016
  • Plan and implement instruction for 7th-grade science and social studies for students with varying abilities.
  • Develop classes that emphasize the development of social skills and cooperative learning.
  • Engage in numerous Next Generation Science Standards training sessions and act as the team lead in the implementation of the standards.
  • Implemented assessment strategies to evaluate student understanding.
  • Utilized technology to support interactive learning experiences.
  • Communicated regularly with parents about student progress and needs.
  • Maintained accurate records of student grades and attendance for all social studies courses taught throughout the year.
  • Participate in evaluation committee meetings, where evaluation materials and processes are developed and implemented for the district.
  • Engage as a mentor to at-risk students as part of the Positive Behavior Intervention Support Yellow Team.
  • Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance critical thinking skills.

Education

Master of Science - Educational Leadership

American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN
09-2025

Master in Business Administration - Healthcare Informatics and Healthcare Management Concentration

Lewis University
Romeoville, Illinois
05.2016

Master of Art in Curriculum and Instruction -

Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, Illinois
08.2009

Bachelors in Biological Sciences - Secondary Education Endorsement

Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, Illinois
05.2006

Skills

  • Project management
  • Data analysis
  • Educational technology
  • Curriculum design
  • Compliance management
  • Team collaboration

Certification

  • Illinois Professional Educator License

Timeline

IB MYP Coordinator and Co-Athletic Coordinator

Crete-Monee Middle School, University Park, Illinois
01.2022 - Current

6th-8th Grade Science Instructor

Crete-Monee Middle School, University Park, Illinois
01.2016 - 06.2022

7th Grade Science & Social Studies Instructor

Manteno CUSD NO 5, Manteno, Illinois
01.2007 - 05.2016

Master of Science - Educational Leadership

American College of Education

Master in Business Administration - Healthcare Informatics and Healthcare Management Concentration

Lewis University

Master of Art in Curriculum and Instruction -

Olivet Nazarene University

Bachelors in Biological Sciences - Secondary Education Endorsement

Southern Illinois University

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Kristen L. Shreffler