CHRISTINE WERE

Elementary School Teacher with expertise in early education, child development and collaborative teaching methods. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state standards. Confidently offers classroom instruction and personalized student support using a balance of traditional and modern approaches.

• Google Certified Educator Level 1
• IB Training: Making PYP Happen
• ASCD: Designing Assessments for Higher Order Thinking Skills
• ASCD: Classroom Management: Understanding Diverse Learning Needs, 2nd Edition
• CloudEdu/InnovatEdu Conference
• University of Colorado: Inclusive Leadership: The Power of Workplace Diversity

• Parent Liaison, 2021 To date, Organized and facilitated Parent Committee Meetings (keeping meeting minutes and updating the Primary School Principal of parent questions and/or concerns.), Emailing parents with weekly updates, photos, announcements, events, Summative Assessment week reminders, etc., Encouraged parents to volunteer for special events such as decorating, supervising, attending school functions, etc., Documented, captured, and collected evidence through video, photos, slideshows, etc. of all parent events and uploaded to shared Drive., Communicated details of events to parents and the wider learning community before activities and events., Motivated Parents to support, plan for, and become involved in special events and activities., Collaborated with colleagues to ensure alignment with school information shared with parents and families., Followed up with requests and discussed concerns with the Principal and SLT.
• Head of Department - English, 2021/ 2022, Provided academic leadership to each grade level, Team Leader, and individual teachers., Participated in review, development, and implementation of the curriculum within the subject (Cambridge Standards/Objectives, IB Standards/Objectives, assessment, yearly plans, special events, etc.), Assisted the Principal/Vice Principal on all curriculum matters related to the subject area., Conducted lesson observations of teachers in subject areas to guide and support teachers in using appropriate teaching techniques., Facilitated and participated in Data Teams., Facilitated Professional Development within the subject area., Fostered team spirit and led faculty to work amicably and professionally., In collaboration with the team leaders, arranged field trips/ educational trips and special school events for the students.

• Spearheaded innovative instructional strategies, integrating technology tools to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
• Implemented a student-centered approach, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning initiatives.
• Actively participated in ongoing professional development, staying abreast of the latest educational trends and integrating best practices into daily lessons.
• Leveraged strong communication skills to foster positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, facilitating an open line of dialogue.