KRISTINA FLORES

Professional Summary
Enthusiastic, caring, and resourceful educator, with a passion for making learning exciting and
enjoyable. Motivated by the belief that all children can be successful learners.

Skills
 Data record keeping  Creative and purposeful lesson planning
 Classroom management  Instructional best practices
 Group instruction  SMART Board aptitude
 Documentation proficiency  RTI familiarity
 Individualized support  Fast learner
 Arizona Teaching Certificate with Elementary  Positive and encouraging
Education endorsement  Strong written and verbal communicator
 Kind and empathetic educator  Qualified trainer
 Self-motivated  Quality assurance
 Multi-tasking  AERIES, Windows, Word, and Excel
knowledgeable.
Work History
Student Teacher, 01/2018 to Current
Charles Wright Elementary School – Merced, CA

 Partnered with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
 Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student
engagement.
 Met with parents to discuss student behaviors and needs.
 Administered quizzes and tests, and documented grades.
 Provided group teaching in a classroom setting, as well as individual student support.
 Set up lesson materials, bulletin board displays and demonstrations.
 Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor
recreational activities.
 Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
 Met regularly with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress.
 Observed and evaluated students' performance, behavior, social development and physical health.
 Encouraged interactive learning by incorporating educational software and the Internet.
 Supervised an average of 24 students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, schoolyards and on field trips.
 Planned and implemented creative lessons in accordance with district, county, state and federal guidelines.
 Completed and filed all necessary paperwork for classroom activities, including meal count sheets and
attendance logs.
 Created an enjoyable and interesting learning environment for 24 students.
 Maintained accurate and complete records for 24 students.
 Assessed students' reading levels using Leveled Reading Passages.
 Enforced the school's student discipline code to deal with problem situations.
 Drafted lesson plans and submitted them for review and feedback in a timely manner.
 Preserved the confidentiality of student records and information at all times.
 Created and taught engaging math lessons and activities.
 Determined student strengths and weaknesses through weekly assessments.
 Developed students' computer and technology skills through demonstrations and practice.
 Cooperated with parents to support students' learning and healthy development in school and at home.
 Created a classroom environment in which children could learn respect for themselves and others.
 Selected age-appropriate stories and read them aloud during daily story time.
 Fostered oral language development and critical thinking skills during literary discussions.
 Instructed ELL’s, IEP, and resource students.
 Differentiated student learning.

Laboratory Technician, 05/2005 to Current

Sensient Natural Ingredients – LIVINGSTON, CA

 Carefully reviewed test results for accuracy.

 Properly calibrated and adjusted malfunctioning equipment to ensure precise test results.
 Analyzed data to create and organize graphs, charts, and documents for publications and presentation.
 Created worksheets and logged samples correctly into the computerized tracking system.
 Maintained a well-organized and sterile work station.
 Effectively communicated data results to management in a timely manner.
 Collaborated with colleagues to ensure quality of process.
 Understand and utilize GMP’s, MDS’, JDE, and HACCP.
 Regularly conducted tests and assessments of product and the process to determine course of action needed.
 Instructed and evaluated new incoming technicians.
 Multi-tasked in a fast-paced, time sensitive environment.
 Preserved the confidentiality of customers and the production process.

Education

Bachelor of Science: Education, 2018

Grand Canyon University - Phoenix, AZ
 Emphasis in English

Psychology,
Stanislaus State - Turlock, CA
 Coursework in Psychology, English, and Child Development

Psychology,
Merced College - Merced, CA
 Coursework in Communication, Sociology and Psychology