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Lindsey Chris

Grand Junction

Summary

Professional educator ready to make significant impact in elementary school setting. Proven ability to develop engaging lesson plans, foster positive learning environment, and adapt teaching methods to meet diverse student needs. Collaborative team player focused on achieving educational goals and enhancing student outcomes. Skilled in classroom management, curriculum development, and effective communication with students, parents, and colleagues.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Behavior Technician

Colorado Autism Consultants
01.2025 - Current
  • Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
  • Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.
  • Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
  • Promoted positive behaviors by reinforcing desired actions and effectively addressing challenging issues.
  • Assisted in data collection and analysis, contributing to the ongoing evaluation of client progress.
  • Developed and implemented reinforcement systems to encourage positive behaviors.
  • Maintained detailed records of client behaviors and interventions, ensuring accurate tracking of progress over time.
  • Developed strong rapport with clients and their families, fostering trust and open communication throughout the therapeutic process.
  • Monitored client progress to provide continued guidance and consistent feedback to families.

Bartender/Server

Outback Steakhouse
05.2012 - Current
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
  • Enhanced dining experience, suggesting food and drink pairings that complemented menu offerings.

Kindergarten Teacher

Mesa County School District 51
07.2020 - 07.2021
  • Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
  • Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
  • Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
  • Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
  • Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
  • Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
  • Played games with students to increase understanding of subjects.
  • Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.

Education

Elementary Education

Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO
01-2017

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Morgan Community College
Bennett, CO
12-2014

High School Diploma -

Strasburg High School
Strasburg
05-2012

Skills

  • Active listening
  • Data collection
  • Documentation skills
  • Prompting and fading strategies

Timeline

Behavior Technician

Colorado Autism Consultants
01.2025 - Current

Kindergarten Teacher

Mesa County School District 51
07.2020 - 07.2021

Bartender/Server

Outback Steakhouse
05.2012 - Current

Elementary Education

Metropolitan State University of Denver

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Morgan Community College

High School Diploma -

Strasburg High School

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