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Certification
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Kristina Ahmed

Gastonia

Summary

Educator with extensive experience at First Wesleyan Christian School, specializing in curriculum design and effective parental communication. Proven ability to utilize data analysis to improve instructional methods and enhance student outcomes. Expertise in program management, compliance, and creating lesson plans that support cognitive and language development. Committed to fostering inclusive learning environments that promote student engagement and achievement.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Teacher

First Wesleyan Christian School
Gastonia
04.2025 - Current
  • Conducted parent conferences addressing questions about student academic progress and learning goals.
  • Engaged in weekly faculty meetings, delivering updates on departmental initiatives.
  • Fostered strong relationships among students, parents, and educators.
  • Reported on student achievements, supporting performance evaluations and program enhancements.
  • Reviewed student progress with parents, focusing on areas needing attention.
  • Designed lesson plans catering to varying developmental needs of children.
  • Established conducive classroom environments promoting social, emotional, and physical growth.
  • Applied data analysis to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers during their onboarding process.
  • Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
  • Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.

Substitute Teacher

First Wesleyan Christian School
Gastonia
01.2023 - 06.2023
  • Followed established lesson plans to continue learning trajectory.
  • Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
  • Created an environment conducive to learning while managing challenging behaviors.
  • Engaged students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.
  • Organized classroom activities, games and tasks to enhance interactive learning experience.

Education

Early Childhood Education

University of Charlotte
Charlotte
12-2026

Certificate - Early Childhood Education

Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC
07-2024

Associate of Science - Science

Gaston College
Dallas, NC
05-2022

Skills

  • Curriculum design and classroom oversight
  • Child development and emotional support
  • Parental communication strategies
  • Data interpretation and assessment techniques
  • Collaborative teamwork and instructional effectiveness
  • IEP facilitation and behavior guidance
  • Group teaching methods and active learning approaches
  • Public speaking skills and written correspondence
  • Dependability in professional settings
  • Intrinsic motivation and analytical problem-solving
  • Organizational skills for scheduling tasks
  • Safety protocols in educational environments

Languages

Spanish
Professional
Arabic
Limited
Chinese (Mandarin)
Professional
patois
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

  • early childhood education

Accomplishments

  • teacher of the year
  • leadership in creating the christmas and graduation program

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Lead Teacher

First Wesleyan Christian School
04.2025 - Current

Substitute Teacher

First Wesleyan Christian School
01.2023 - 06.2023

Early Childhood Education

University of Charlotte

Certificate - Early Childhood Education

Central Piedmont Community College

Associate of Science - Science

Gaston College
Kristina Ahmed