Kristina Losey
Waxhaw,NC
Summary
Aspiring to secure an assistant principal position to support the principal's focus and direction to build a positive learning community for student to excel, and to use extensive teaching and business experience, as well as interpersonal, problem solving, and organizational skills to enhance the learning community.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Cuthbertson Middle School 8th Grade Math Teacher
Union County Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
- Member of PLC Development Committee
- Coordinator for Beginning Teacher Support Program
- Assess student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests, and assignments.
- Adapted teaching style to accommodate diverse learning needs, resulting in improved academic performance for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting a deeper understanding of mathematical connections across subjects.
Summit Virtual Academy 4th/5th Grade Teacher
Rowan Salisbury Schools
07.2020 - 07.2022
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse needs of all learners in classroom.
- Created interactive live virtual classroom environment that promoted engagement and academic growth through whole classroom activities, small groups, and individual instruction.
Rocky River Elementary 4th Grade Teacher
Cabarrus County Public Schools
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Collaborated with fellow teachers in PLC to analyze data to drive classroom instruction, design interdisciplinary lesson plans, and to monitor student growth.
- Member of Mathematics Data Analysis Team
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, establishing clear expectations and fostering respectful learning environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, addressing unique needs of each student in classroom.
Learning Center Owner/Director
Mathnasium Of Concord
03.2005 - 01.2019
- Managed day-to-day business operations including hiring, training, supervising, evaluating, and supporting teachers.
- Developed and maintained strong rapport with parents, students, and classroom teachers.
- Oversaw daily operations of learning center which included classes, small group instruction, and individualized tutoring based on comprehensive assessments for Elementary through High School students.
- Created and led variety of math summer camps for elementary and middle school students.
Teacher
Community School Of Davidson
08.2007 - 06.2014
- Algebra 1 Teacher 2014
- 3rd Through 5th Grade teacher. 2010-2013
- Worked with teachers across curriculum to integrate subject areas.
- Literacy/Math Specialist 2007-2010: Small group instruction
- Mastery Based Report Cards
Kindergarten Teacher
Cannon School
08.2005 - 07.2006
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support for half day kindergarten program.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs of all students.
- Integrated arts and literature across curriculum
Eagleton Elementary Title 1 Math Specialist
Denver Public Schools
08.1991 - 12.2000
- Member of School Leadership Committee
- Led district professional development workshops on innovative strategies for teaching mathematics effectively
- Evaluated student performance using formative assessment tools, adjusting instructional approaches based on data analysis findings to foster continuous improvement in skill mastery levels.
- Odyssey of Mind Coordinator/Coach 1993-1997
Education
Educational Leadership -
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC12.2020
Master of Art, Literacy -
University of Colorado At Boulder
Boulder, CO08.1997
Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education -
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH12.1990
Skills
- Strong leadership and cooperative teaching skills
- Experience building positive learning communities
- Data Driven Instruction
- Deep understanding and experience implementing NC Educational Standards
- Strong technology skills and knowledge of educational apps and online resources
- Experience and strong understanding of Google applications
- Positive and effective written and oral interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Experience creating school schedules and time management
- Curriculum Planning and Testing
- Strong understanding of PLCs
- Experience hiring, training, and supporting teachers and staff
Additional Information
Colorado Council of Teachers of Mathematics Teacher of the Year 1995
Played Division 1 Soccer at the University of Cincinnati and was named most Improved Player 1989.
Customer Service Award, Mathnasium: 2007, 2008, 2009
When not teaching, enjoys hiking and biking, walking my dogs, cooking and gardening, and spending time with family and friends
Timeline
Cuthbertson Middle School 8th Grade Math Teacher
Union County Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
Summit Virtual Academy 4th/5th Grade Teacher
Rowan Salisbury Schools
07.2020 - 07.2022
Rocky River Elementary 4th Grade Teacher
Cabarrus County Public Schools
08.2019 - 06.2020
Teacher
Community School Of Davidson
08.2007 - 06.2014
Kindergarten Teacher
Cannon School
08.2005 - 07.2006
Learning Center Owner/Director
Mathnasium Of Concord
03.2005 - 01.2019
Eagleton Elementary Title 1 Math Specialist
Denver Public Schools
08.1991 - 12.2000
Educational Leadership -
Appalachian State University
Master of Art, Literacy -
University of Colorado At Boulder
Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education -
University of Cincinnati
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