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“Our most valuable resource is our children and education is the key to their success. Through their learning and growing, the world can become a better place for us all.” Kristeen Harris
“I believe that every day is Earth Day. Being able to share my enthusiasm for nature with children instills in them a respect for our environment.” Kristeen Harris
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Professional ProfileDedicated teacher with proven qualifications in providing exceptional classroom experiences in highly academic, international, private, public, traditional, non-traditional, urban, and rural environments. Skilled in working cooperatively with parents, faculty, and administrators to provide best possible learning atmosphere for students. Devoted to learning as life-long commitment, demonstrated by background as community volunteer, environmentalist, athlete, outdoors person, and international traveler. Recognized for ability to take on additional responsibilities and projects to enhance students’ learning experience. · Hold Masters Degree of Education · Bachelor of Science in Education · Dedicated to enthusiastic and dynamic teaching as a means of creating and nurturing a lifelong love of knowledge in children.
Education, Honors, and CertificationsMaster of Education Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ 1996
Bachelor of Science in Education University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA 1991
Certifications State of Colorado Professional Teaching License June 25, 2019 Endorsement: Elementary Education; Linguistically Diverse Education State of Arizona Elementary Teaching Certificate, K-8 1992-2007 Endorsements: English as a Second Language- K-12; Reading Specialist Spalding Trained Teacher: Spalding I, 1994; Spalding II, 2002
Outdoor Emergency Care Technician, Expired 12/2004 CPR/ AED Certification, Expired 10/2005 Avalanche Level I, National Ski Patrol, Expired 2003
EmploymentProfessional Experience in EducationArchuleta School District 50 Joint, Pagosa Springs Elementary School Title I, Reading and Math Interventionist, 2014-2016 District Accountability Committee Second Grade Teacher, 2006-2014 District Review Committee Colorado Education Association Initiated school recycling program
Mesa Public School District, Franklin West Elementary School Second Grade Teacher, 2004-2006 Representative for Mesa Education Association
Fifth Grade Teacher, 2002-2004 Team Leader, Faculty Curriculum Committee, Faculty and Staff Advisory Council, Reinstated and coordinated recycling program.
Substitute Teacher, 2001-2002
Fourth Grade Teacher, 1993-1996 Initiated school recycling program
Country Day School, Escazu, Costa Rica Private academic international school, pre-kindergarten to 12th grade Elementary School Teacher, 2000-2001 Started satellite international school and taught combined class of Third, Fourth, and Fifth grade students. One of the first teachers in remote area with shortage of resources.
Fourth Grade Teacher, 1999-2000 Coordinated fundraising activities and organized work day with 4th grade students to purchase school supplies and improve conditions of impoverished public kindergarten in Escazu, Costa Rica
American School Foundation Monterrey, Monterrey, Mexico Private academic international school, pre-kindergarten to 12th grade
Fifth Grade Teacher, 1996-1999 Team Leader, Character Education Committee, Sponsored Eco-Hiking Club Community Involvement· Volunteer, Chimney Rock Association, 2006-2011 · Member, Archuleta League of Women Voters, 2006-2015 · Member, Archuleta Archaeology Society, 2006-2008 · Founder, “Kids Vote, Too” Archuleta County Presidential Elections, 2008, 2012 · Spearheaded drive to have supplies donated to La Divina Providencia Shelter in Agua Prieta, Mexico, through Rancho Feliz Charitable Foundation, 2003-2007 · Volunteer, “AZ Concerned about Smoking” initiative petition, 2001 · Precinct Captain, “Kids Voting”, 1993 Notable Activities· Avid mountaineer; summitted Pico de Orizaba, at 18,405 ft., 1998 · Eco-Challenge, Santiago, Mexico, 1998 · Captain, USC Ski Team; received “Most Valuable Skier” award, 1991 · Participated in Semester at Sea, a unique sea-going university, 1989 · Family medical mission to provide medical assistance to families in Santa Ana, Sonora, Mexico, 2004 · Colorado River – completed private 18-day rafting trip, 2005 · Archaeological excavation, Upper Little Colorado River, 1994
HonorsFeatured in Mesa Tribune article, “Grade A Teacher” Nov. 10, 2003 Recognized swim instructor, Mesa Parks & Recreation Dept., 1986 |