Kristin Jones
Saratoga Springs
Summary
Dedicated educator with over twenty years of experience in classroom management and student engagement. Skilled in lesson planning and positive reinforcement, creating nurturing environments that promote effective learning and strong parent-teacher relationships.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Cofounder and Head Dance Coach
Huntley Park District
06.2022 - Current
- Led the development of a competitive dance program at local park district. Oversaw expansion from 23 participants to 65 participants within four years.
- Developed strategic partnerships to enhance community engagement and program visibility.
- Implemented innovative recreational programs, increasing participant satisfaction and retention rates.
- Led team meetings to align on operational goals and foster collaborative problem-solving among staff.
Preschool Teacher
Huntley Park District
08.2015 - Current
- Implemented engaging activities that promoted physical, emotional, and creative development among students.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment encouraging positive interactions and effective communication.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Collaborated with parents to address children's needs and reinforce learning objectives at home.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments, adjusting teaching methods to ensure optimal learning outcomes.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Huntley Community School Distict 158
2014 - Current
- Adapted lesson plans to meet diverse student needs
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment
- Collaborated with full-time teachers to ensure continuity of instruction
- Utilized educational technology tools for effective lesson delivery
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT04-2004
Skills
- Strategic partnerships
- Strategic visioning
- Customer relations
- Classroom management
- Classroom organization
- Child development
- Positive reinforcement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Adaptable
- Student engagement
Timeline
Cofounder and Head Dance Coach
Huntley Park District
06.2022 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Huntley Park District
08.2015 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Huntley Community School Distict 158
2014 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Education
Brigham Young University