Monica Kirkpatrick Email & Phone Number

California, United States

Fulfills the spirit of our school mission: Charles Armstrong School unlocks the unique potential of students with dyslexia and related learning differences, changing the trajectory of their lives.Teaches language using the Wilson Reading ProgramTeaches multistory mathDifferentiates students on an individual basis, because every dyslexic kid has their own unique strengths and challenges. Builds a classroom culture in which students feel safety and belonging

San Francisco, California, United States

Fulfilled all duties of a classroom teacher; worked with grade level team to enhance curriculum content; improved teaching practice by asking for peer feedback and reflecting on past lessons; prepared and facilitated teacher/guardian conferences; enforced Covid restrictions with empathy and patience Collaborated with the STEM department to teach students how to represent their small moment narratives as a coded animation in an effort to integrate technology and writingSpearheaded a social studies unit on identity to foster a sense of belonging and value for students of all backgrounds Organized publishing parties across grade levels to foster a sense of pride and communityAdministered student reading assessments, and used the data to guide facilitation of small reading groups and literacy stations

San Francisco Bay Area

Worked alongside a Master teacher as part of a 2 year residency program in which residents slowly gain more independence as classroom leaders. Taught lessons using several curricula including TCRWP Reading and Writing Workshop, Math in Focus, Developing Roots, and Pollyanna Racial Literacy; communicated with head teacher to receive feedback for areas of growth; pivoted between in-person learning and distance learning.Revitalized the kindergarten-fourth grade buddies program to include Covid safe activitiesLed and expanded the Oregon Trail unit by creating additional resources, and reformatted the unit when we unexpectedly switched to distance learningCreated a unit of study to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage MonthLed daily energizers to give children brain breaks, increase joy, and prepare students to focus

Belmont

Supported 6th-8th grade teachers in science, history, and special eventsCo-teacher of yoga for lower school studentsCo-editor of school newspaperWrestling coach for 4th-8th gradeSubstituted

Prince Of Wales, Alaska

Seasonal job working at a fishing resort on a remote island in Alaska.

Remote

Teach the English language to Chinese students one-on-one using an online platform while teaching in a real world school and during school breaksUses total physical response (TPR) and homemade props such as puppets to help students understand and practice English.Administers tests following the U.S. Common Core curriculumMaintained an average parent rating of 4.8 out of 5, and consistently was rebooked by the same students.

Pacifica, Ca

Supervise and lead children ages 1-5 in a preschoolFollows daily schedule with developmentally appropriate tasks and guide children through the activities of the day Plans and prepares art projects, games, and lessons on short noticeBuilt a strong rapport with students and parents

Nakhon Si Thammarat, Thailand

Wrote and executed lesson plans for grades 3 and 4 in a private English program Participated and helped organize extracurricular events such as English competitions, English camps, and aerobics classesSubstituted for other subjects such as math, science, and artPerfected my own reward and grading systems.

Phuket, Thailand

Wrote and executed lesson plans for the entire school of 550 students (Grade 1-6) in a public thai schoolOrganized school events such as Christmas plays and Children’s Day, including practice sessions for children beforehand. Managed children’s behavior despite lack of english proficiencyImprovised fun activities when asked on short notice, such as teaching students line dancing and chaperoning field trips

865 Battery Street, San Francisco

Represent and Promote the brand of Alice 97.3 by executing promotional events and engaging with fans and potential listeners -Coordinate fun activities such as photobooths and prize giveaways to attract visitors to promotions booth-Timely assembly and deconstruction of tents, decorations, and sound system setups during both indoor and outdoor events-Taking pictures and uploading them to social media to advertise the brand

San Francisco Bay Area

Worked in ticketing operations including guest check-in and assistance as well as gate operations including communicating pertinent information (such as mail/cargo loads, fuel loads, local weather, and Air Traffic Control holds) to Flight Crew personnel. Assisted unaccompanied minors and special needs guests.Proactively created an initial positive rapport with Guests and anticipated their needsQuickly learned to operate a computerized reservations system (sabre) and associated computer programsAbility to manage and communicate with unsatisfied guests while maintaining exceptional guest service and professionalism.

Lake Buena Vista, Fl

Sales associate and wine server throughout the property, which had an average attendance of 150,000 people daily. Basic tasks included checking people out, stocking merchandise, and helping guests plan their vacationsImproved efficiency of festival center with over 30,000 guests by creating fact sheets for all cast membersDuring slow times, I would personally find side projects to improve guest interaction and company image so that no time was ever wasted, and we would be ready for a rushBecame leader of sales team when manager was absent to ensure store continued to run smoothlyDeveloped strong relationships with guests who would repeatedly seek me out throughout their stay, by offering expert knowledge of all parks, resorts, and amenities on property and listening to guests' personal stories and goalsConveyed product knowledge of hundreds of different wines and food items while serving at the Annual Food and Wine FestivalInteracted with guests from all over the world on a daily basisSet up and executed games for children to make “magical moments”

Pacifica, Ca

Provided customer service and handled payments for over 600 guests daily. Organized new displays and maintained area cleanliness. Remained positive and social while dealing with a very busy store and flustered guests.Took extra time to help guests find merchandise on a deadline in order to make their lives easier and less stressful.After completing my assigned responsibilities, would assist other employees with their projects Built a strong rapport with new employees so they felt comfortable asking questions and quickly become attentive team members

San Francisco, Ca

Greeted clients, managed phones, scheduled appointments, processed deliveries, collected payments, managed payroll.Began as data entry clerk and was promoted to office administrative assistant a month laterScanned and organized documents to make the company go paperless in an effort to be more “green”Effectively communicated with clients about the status of their vehicles and with venders about payment information and schedulingTook on responsibilities of office manager when the office manager was absent

Burney, Ca

Made pizzas, cashiered, sanitized tables, mopped floors, refilled water

Master'S Degree, Education

Bachelor'S Degree, Geography And Cartography

Activities and Societies: Geography Club, Common Adventure Club, Mixed Martial Arts, Salsa DancingGraduated with honors in Geography.

Education record

Psychology 101