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Kristine Guenther

Kitchener

Summary

I am experienced in designing and implementing engaging lesson plans, adept at fostering a supportive classroom environment, and tailoring instruction to meet diverse student needs. I demonstrate strong classroom management skills and effective communication abilities.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Primary/ Junior Classroom Teacher

Elizabeth Ziegler PS
09.2018 - Current
  • Most recent 2 years as Grade 3, 3/4 Classroom teacher of English
  • 5+ years as school Music, Drama and Dance Teacher
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences
  • Worked closely with Special Education team and families to identify, support and collaborate effective strategies for individual students to be successful
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on educational trends and research-based instructional strategies
  • Organized and help lead primary and junior choir, assemblies, Intramurals, ECO Team, Terry Fox fundraiser, Social Commitee

Music, Drama and Dance Teacher

Pioneer Park PS
09.2005 - 06.2018
  • 13 years classroom experience as Grades 4 and 5 teacher, as well as Music, Drama/Dance teacher for K-6
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning
  • Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere

Teacher

King Edward Public School
09.2000 - 06.2005
  • 5 years classroom experience in grades 4, 4/5
  • Lead many intramurals and extra-curriculars
  • Lead Literacy Teacher

Education

Bachelor of Ed. Junior, Intermediate, Senior Div - Faculty of Education

Nipissing University
04-2000

Bachelor of Physical and Health Ed., Honours -

Brock University
04-1999

Skills

  • Effective classroom management
  • Effective parent-teacher communication
  • Curriculum development
  • Language development facilitation

Certification

  • Music - Vocal, Primary and Junior, Part 1 (July 2018)
  • Primary Division (July 2016)
  • Junior Division (July 2000)
  • ETFO courses
  • WRDSB PD workshops related to Literacy, Math, Music, Drama, Dance

Timeline

Primary/ Junior Classroom Teacher

Elizabeth Ziegler PS
09.2018 - Current

Music, Drama and Dance Teacher

Pioneer Park PS
09.2005 - 06.2018

Teacher

King Edward Public School
09.2000 - 06.2005

Bachelor of Ed. Junior, Intermediate, Senior Div - Faculty of Education

Nipissing University

Bachelor of Physical and Health Ed., Honours -

Brock University
Kristine Guenther