Christina Lilly

annsorrell066@gmail.com

Professional Summary

Motivated Teacher Candidate capable of supporting individual student needs, administering tests and evaluating kids in both standardized and insightful ways. Strong planning, communication and organizational abilities with a solid educational foundation in English :Language and Literature. Successful at planning and delivering high-quality lessons and activities to engage and promote student personal growth, academic understanding, and skill development. Proficient oil integrating technology into the classroom and always looking for ways to improve professional expertise and optimize the learning experience for students. Dedicated to helping students of all skill levels excel through personalized support and engaging instruction. Knowledgeable about classroom management strategies, state-required testing, and behavioral improvement techniques. Good record keeping and project coordination skills.

Skills

Discipline
Organizational abilities
Differentiated instruction
Safety awareness
Relationship building and management
Secondary education
Conflict resolution
Strong verbal and written communication

Lesson plan implementation
Group and individual instruction
Self-motivated
Student progress reporting
Student records management
Creative problem solving
Group instruction
Classroom management

Work History

Lead Teacher in the PreK Enrichment Room, 9/2019 - present

The Goddard School - 4 Minneakoning Rd, Flemington, NJ 08822

Provide Pre-K students with suitable learning activities and experiences designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth.
Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.
Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
Conduct assessments of student learning styles and use results for instructional activities.
Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

Substitute Teacher, 3/2017 - 9/2019

Source4Teachers - Cherry Hill, NJ

Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of concepts.
Completed documentation of attendance, grades, and other required details.
Encouraged learning through diverse strategies.
Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Maintained safe and orderly classroom.
Contributed to positive academic and social tone of school by demonstrating professionalism and enthusiasm for academic community.
Established and maintained rapport with other staff, students, and parents to facilitate communication and academic progress.
Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support.

Camp Counselor, 6/17- 8/17, 6/19-8/19

Rambling Pines Summer Camp - Hopewell, NJ

Developed strong working relationships with campers, their parents and guardians and other counselors through effective communication and active listening skills.
Collaborated with other counselors to create an atmosphere of learning and fun.
Developed arts and crafts activities that were both stimulating and age-appropriate.
Assisted in maintaining accurate program records, including incident reports and daily attendance.
Maintained safety, security, and cleanliness of facility and equipment.
Ensred proper supervision, safety, and security of all children.
Cultivated positive relationships with children by interacting during camp activities.

Education

Masters: English, 2022

Southern New Hampshire University - Manchester, NH

Bachelors: English Language and Literature, 2016

Southern New Hampshire University - Manchester, NH

Associates of Arts: Education Transfer: K-12, 2015

Raritan Valley Community College - Sommerville, NJ