Kristen Martinho
North Dartmouth,MA
Summary
Dedicated educator with extensive experience at Dartmouth Public Schools, excelling in curriculum development and fostering social skills growth. Demonstrated success in creating inclusive learning environments and enhancing academic programs. Skilled in team collaboration and organizational efficiency, with a proven track record of improving student learning outcomes through innovative educational strategies. Hardworking, passionate, and thorough, goal-oriented team leader with strong time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Dartmouth Public Schools
09.1999 - Current
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through PBIS.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Served on various committees for academics
SAILS After School Program Teacher Leader
Dartmouth Public Schools
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Communicated frequently with parents and faculty to provide information.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student learning.
- Worked collaboratively with the other District Program Facilitators to enhance the program
- Designed, developed and implemented the program
- Monitored overhead, prepared budgets and directed spending and resources to support fiscal efficiency.
- Represented educational program at meetings and conferences to serve as subject matter liaison
- Checked on instructor lessons and communication in order to assess quality of education and assistance offered to students.
- Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance through teacher observations.
- Created Google forms, sheets, and surveys for feedback and information.
Teaching Assistant
Dartmouth Public Schools
08.1997 - 06.1999
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Worked collaboratively with teachers from 6 grade levels.
Education
CAGS - School Leadership, Principal/ Assistant Principal
American International College
Springfield, MA01-2021
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education &Creative Arts
Lesley University
Cambridge, MA05.2001
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Bridgewater State College
Bridgewater, MA05.1996
Skills
- Community involvement
- Social skills development
- Multitasking and organization
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Behavioral management/PBIS Team
- Curriculum/Standards knowledge
- Curriculum development
- Special education knowledge
- Administration internship
Additional Information
Serve on Science Curriculum Committee
ST Math Champion/ Leader
DPS Leadership Fellowship position
Teacher Ambassador on the District Innovative Team
Served on CIA District Committee, Literacy District Committee
Former Dartmouth Educators' Association President
AMC Theater Manager
Timeline
SAILS After School Program Teacher Leader
Dartmouth Public Schools
11.2021 - 04.2022
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Dartmouth Public Schools
09.1999 - Current
Teaching Assistant
Dartmouth Public Schools
08.1997 - 06.1999
CAGS - School Leadership, Principal/ Assistant Principal
American International College
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education &Creative Arts
Lesley University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Bridgewater State College
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