Kristen Messer Email & Phone Number

Denver, Colorado, United States

Denver, Colorado, United States

Leverage excellent classroom management and problem-solving skills to maintain maximum student engagement and cohesiveness, as well as resolve escalated student-specific issues and concerns. Hand-selected as the co-chair of the attendance committee; support student growth and ensure punctuality by strategizing incentives and rewards for students with more than 95% attendance rate. Supported the growth and success of Primary Years International Baccalaureate Program by working collaboratively with grade-level teachers and creating units of inquiry for the students that motivated them to acquire global perspective. Increased student participation in class and their course-related understanding by introducing a digital mode of learning through Google Meet, Classroom, Slides, Screencastify, and Seesaw. Attained a high success rate for literacy and math for each learner by assessing learners’ needs and providing differentiated instructions for math, phonics, and reading. Work in close coordination with co-workers and other teachers to design tailored instructions and visual presentations to enhance student interest in the subject. Assess students through formative and summative assessments and conduct detailed data analysis to modify existing instructions while recommending other improvement measures to developers. Provide insights on weekly student progress during data team meetings in order to create/modify lessons as per students’ strengths, as well as develop common core state standards-based classroom materials.

Denver, Colorado, United States

Denver, Colorado, United States

With 26 years of dedicated experience in elementary education, I have had the privilege of teaching at Brown International Academy in Denver Public Schools, specializing in second-grade literacy. My passion for fostering a love of reading has been a cornerstone of my career, as I believe strong literacy skills are essential for lifelong learning.Throughout my teaching journey, I have focused on creating engaging, inclusive, and supportive classroom environments that empower students to thrive. I employ a variety of innovative strategies to teach not just reading, but all subject areas, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.

Columbian Elementary

Kenton Elementary

Provided differentiated instructions to a diverse student base to increase their understanding and interest in the course. Consistently assessed and modified instruction delivery methods and practices based on students’ strengths and learning abilities by conducting professional development and planning meetings for 30 teachers on unified improvement plan and district initiatives on a monthly basis. Provided oversight and leadership support to an assigned group of teachers on developing, deploying, maintaining, and optimizing READ Act plans for 100+ learners. Established a learning-focused school culture and developed a unified improvement plan in coordination with the school administration while working as a key member of the instructional leadership team. Translated the acquired district training in The Art of Coaching into engaging learning sessions for the other school teachers to improve their student coaching skills.

Kenton Elementary

Conducted detailed analysis of the assessment data for all grade levels to determine students requiring small group instruction, as well as identify any learning disability among the students. Provided recommendations to MTSS committee and other teachers on best intervention to support students experiencing major learning challenges. Deployed best reading and learning practices across the school to facilitate oral language, reading responses/conversations, and vocabulary development. Leveraged 95% phonics program and Leveled Literacy Instruction (Fountas and Pinnell) for K-5 learners including ~6 students to provide differentiated reading instructions and developmental opportunities. Improved reading skills among English Language learners by conducting and evaluating diagnostics, formative, and interim reading assessments, and providing recommendations.

Kenton Elementary School

Regis University

Kenton Elementary School

Keller, Texas, United States

Bear Creek Intermediate School Keller, Texas

Master Of Arts (M.A.), Teaching The Linguistically And Culturally Diverse Learner

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Elementary Education And Teaching