Kristin Shadowlight
Golden
Summary
Experienced educator with a proven track record at Free Horizon Montessori, excelling in lesson planning and classroom management to meet the needs of all students. Recognized for mentoring interns and fostering collaborative relationships with staff and parents, enhancing student success. Committed to accreditation compliance and innovative teaching strategies, ensuring a supportive learning environment for all students.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Primary Department Chair
Free Horizon Montessori
08.2022 - Current
- Participated and collaborated weekly meeting to support the ongoing needs of the Primary staff.
- Facilitated and provided feedback and interventions for students in a group discussion "kid talk."
- Built smooth and productive working relations positively impacting department operations.
- Served as a liaison between department and administration
Innovation Lead Teacher Primary
Free Horizon Montessori
08.2011 - Current
- Developed and implemented large group, small group and individualized lesson plans and instruction to meet the needs of all students in the classroom.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic and behavioral success at home and school.
- Documentation of ongoing goals, informal and formal assessments, and record keeping to track the progress of each student in the classroom.
- Prepared and conducted parent teacher conferences and to discuss child's progress socially, emotionally, physically, and academically.
- Successfully mentored and supervised student teacher in the completion of their Early Childhood Montessori internship program.
Education
Int'l Early Childhood Education (MACTE Accredited)
Montessori Centre International
Greenwood Village, CO05-2011
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR06-1990
Skills
- Teaching excellence
- communication skills in both oral and written form
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Mentored and oversaw training of Montessori student interns
- Accreditation compliance
- Collaborative decision-making
- Flexible and willing to work cooperatively and respectfully with colleagues and peers
Accomplishments
- Completed Colorado READ Act Training: "Building a Strong Foundation: Developing Early Literacy Skills"
- Successfully mentored and supervised the training of Montessori intern(s)
- Collaborated with team of individuals in the development of the AdHoc Committee to determine next steps for Free Horizon Montessori School (charter vs public)
- Department Chair for Primary
Certification
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
Timeline
Primary Department Chair
Free Horizon Montessori
08.2022 - Current
Innovation Lead Teacher Primary
Free Horizon Montessori
08.2011 - Current
Int'l Early Childhood Education (MACTE Accredited)
Montessori Centre International
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Oregon
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