Kristen Mirro
Taylorville
Summary
Entry-level teaching professional with solid multitasking, time management and communication skills combined with unwavering devotion to student success. Familiar with different instructional approaches and technology options used in current classrooms. Knowledgeable about curricula, lesson planning and individual student mentoring approaches. Seeks collaboration and knowledge from peers as well as working as a team for the betterment of the students.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional
Edinburg Community Unit School District #4
12.2025 - Current
- Provided instruction to students per the lesson plans left by the teacher in classrooms of up to 20 students.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional
Taylorville Community Unit School District #3
12.2025 - Current
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a conducive learning atmosphere in classrooms of up to 25 students.
- Adapted quickly to different classroom settings and teaching assignments, demonstrating flexibility and resourcefulness.
- Maintained detailed records of student attendance, assignments, and progress for seamless transition back to regular teachers.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
Delivery Specialist
Domino's Pizza
07.2025 - Current
- Coordinated timely deliveries to ensure customer satisfaction and adherence to service standards.
- Implemented efficient routing strategies to optimize delivery times and minimize fuel costs.
- Mentored new team members on operational procedures and customer service best practices.
- Monitored order accuracy and quality control during meal preparation and delivery processes.
- Manage up to 20 customer calls a day.
Student Teacher
Edinburg Community Unit School District #4
08.2025 - 11.2025
- Developed and implemented lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards for a class of 17 students.
- Facilitated engaging classroom activities to enhance student participation and learning.
- Collaborated with experienced teachers to design effective instructional strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior and promoted a positive learning environment.
- Integrated technology into lessons to support diverse learning styles and needs.
- Organized and participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
Pre-K Paraprofessional
Taylorville Community Unit School District #3
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Supported classroom teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs in a classroom of up to 25 students.
- Assisted in managing student behavior, ensuring a positive and productive learning environment.
- Facilitated small group instruction, enhancing student engagement and comprehension of academic material.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers to support academic achievement.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
Substitute Teacher, Pre-k-2nd Grade
Taylorville Community Unit School District #3
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Fostered positive classroom environments promoting student engagement and participation in classrooms of up to 25 students.
- Adapted teaching techniques based on individual learning styles and capabilities.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Provided substitute teaching services across multiple grade levels and subjects, maintaining educational continuity in absence of regular teachers.
Pre-K Paraprofessional
Taylorville Community Unit School District #3
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Supported classroom instruction by assisting teachers with lesson implementation and student engagement in classrooms of up to 25 students.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback to educators for tailored instructional strategies.
- Conducted assessments and documented student performance to track academic growth consistently.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Taylorville Community Unit School District #3
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Delivered engaging instruction in diverse subjects, supporting curriculum goals and student comprehension per the classroom teacher's lesson plans for classrooms of up to 25 students.
- Managed classroom behavior, fostering a positive and respectful learning environment.
- Assisted in the implementation of school policies, ensuring adherence to district guidelines and standards.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Administrative Assistant/Account Coordinator to CEO
KSS Enterprises
01.2018 - 09.2020
- Provide customer service to the CEO’s sales contacts in various forms ranging from answering product and pricing questions to putting together quotes to managing their account.
- Create, change, and assign shipping dates via truck run schedule to sales orders for customers.
- Create training documents in the form of hard copies such as manuals or booklets and corresponding PowerPoints.
- Developed and maintained filing systems to ensure organized access to critical documents.
- Assisted in preparation of reports and presentations, enhancing communication with customers.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
- Maintained and tracked communication of over 20 customer accounts.
Technology Support Specialist
Sonoco Products
04.2017 - 12.2017
- Supported employees across three continents in a range of procurement activities from purchase orders to invoice reconciliation.
- Trained several additional support personnel in system functionality along with frequently asked questions.
- Worked with other Supply Management staff in UAT and other testing for implementation of new procurement system.
- Diagnosed and resolved user problems via remote assistance tools, improving end-user satisfaction.
- Managed up to 50 customer calls per day and found solutions and resolutions for issues they were calling for.
Education
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ11-2025
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Economics
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN05-2016
High School Diploma -
Taylorville Senior High School
Taylorville, IL05-2011
Skills
- Classroom management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student engagement
- Behavior management and modeling
- Group and individual instruction
- Verbal and written communication
- Lesson planning and implementation
- Parent-teacher communication
- Differentiated instruction
- Multi-subject instruction
- Activity management
Certification
- Substitute Teacher License - Expires 6/30/31 - 2511819
- ELS (Para) License - Expires 6/30/28 - 2611435
- Certified Teacher, Arizona Department of Education - Expires 2/19/2038 - 7865460
Timeline
Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional
Edinburg Community Unit School District #4
12.2025 - Current
Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional
Taylorville Community Unit School District #3
12.2025 - Current
Student Teacher
Edinburg Community Unit School District #4
08.2025 - 11.2025
Delivery Specialist
Domino's Pizza
07.2025 - Current
Pre-K Paraprofessional
Taylorville Community Unit School District #3
01.2025 - 05.2025
Substitute Teacher, Pre-k-2nd Grade
Taylorville Community Unit School District #3
01.2024 - 12.2024
Pre-K Paraprofessional
Taylorville Community Unit School District #3
08.2022 - 05.2023
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Taylorville Community Unit School District #3
01.2021 - 05.2022
Administrative Assistant/Account Coordinator to CEO
KSS Enterprises
01.2018 - 09.2020
Technology Support Specialist
Sonoco Products
04.2017 - 12.2017
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Economics
Purdue University
High School Diploma -
Taylorville Senior High School