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Education
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Christine Finney

Ventura,CA

Summary

Accomplished Elementary School Teacher at Oxnard School District, adept in classroom management and curriculum development, significantly enhancing student learning through innovative activity planning and effective relationship building. Demonstrated excellence in collaborative teamwork and oral communication, contributing to a positive and productive learning environment.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Elementary School Teacher

Oxnard School District
01.2001 - 06.2024
  • Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district and state of California to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
  • Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.

Food and Beverage Server

Four Seasons Biltmore
11.1995 - 09.2001
  • Entered orders accurately to produce finalized checks and attain correct payments from guests.
  • Greeted guests warmly to foster welcoming environment.
  • Cleaned and set up tables to promptly seat guests and reduce wait times.
  • Provided courteous, friendly service while multitasking in fast-paced environment.

Food and Beverage Server

Edgewater Inn
11.1991 - 11.1995
  • Entered orders accurately to produce finalized checks and attain correct payments from guests.
  • Greeted guests warmly to foster welcoming environment.
  • Cleaned and set up tables to promptly seat guests and reduce wait times.
  • Provided courteous, friendly service while multitasking in fast-paced environment.

Education

Master of Arts - Educational Leadership

California Lutheran University
Thousand Oaks, CA
08.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA
06.1998

Skills

  • Relationship Building
  • Oral communication
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Activity Planning
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Classroom Management
  • Problem-solving skills

Timeline

Elementary School Teacher

Oxnard School District
01.2001 - 06.2024

Food and Beverage Server

Four Seasons Biltmore
11.1995 - 09.2001

Food and Beverage Server

Edgewater Inn
11.1991 - 11.1995

Master of Arts - Educational Leadership

California Lutheran University

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

University of California, Santa Barbara
Christine Finney