KRISTEN GODIN

46 Erdmann Lane - Wilton, CT 06897

(203) 984-7859
kristenmariegodin@gmail.com - https://meetmissgodin.weebly.com/

EDUCATION

Fairfield University (May 2019 – August 2020) Fairfield, CT

Graduate School of Education and Allied Professions
Master of Arts
Major: Elementary Education
Overall GPA: 4.00

Fairfield University (September 2016 – May 2019) Fairfield, CT

College of Arts and Sciences
Bachelor of Arts, Magna Cum Laude
Major: Psychology
Minor: Educational Studies
Psychology GPA: 3.75
Overall GPA: 3.80

Loyola University Maryland (September 2015 – May 2016) Baltimore, MD

Wilton High School (August 2011 – June 2015) Wilton, CT

High School Diploma

HONORS

Fairfield University Fairfield, CT

Dean’s List: Fall 2016, Spring 2017, Fall 2017, Spring 2018, Fall 2018, Spring 2019, Fall 2019
Psi Chi (Collegiate International Honor Society in Psychology): 2018 – 2019
Alpha Mu Gamma (Collegiate National Spanish Honor Society): 2017 – 2019
DRS Technologies Scholarship Program: 2016-2017, 2017-2018
Recipient of Ellis Scholarship (Westport Police Athletic League): 2016-2017, 2017-2018, 2018-2019
Loyola University Maryland Baltimore, MD
Dean’s List: Fall 2015, Spring 2016
Recipient of Ellis Scholarship (Westport Police Athletic League): 2015-2016
Wilton High School Wilton, CT
Jamie K. Wilson Memorial Scholarship (Pursuing a Career in Education): 2015

CERTIFICATION
Elementary Education: Grades 1-6 (305) Teaching Certification (Summer 2020)
Connecticut Department of Education – Educator Identification Number: 1968605683

American Red Cross: Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Certification (May 2020)

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Loudoun County Public Schools – Hillside Elementary School: 1st Grade Teacher Ashburn, VA
(July 2020 – Present)
• Attended and participated in a variety of Professional Development opportunities that were offered
across the year
• Adapted lessons and engagement strategies to the distance learning environment across disciplines
• Collaborated with other teachers and administrators to discuss lesson planning, academic needs of
students and feedback on my own teaching performance
• Planned, implemented, monitored and assessed curriculum programs across disciplines (including
Lucy Calkins’ Reading and Writing Workshop models, Lucy Calkins’ Phonics Program, and Go Math)
• Differentiated instruction according to the specific and individual needs for each of my students
Darien Public Schools – Ox Ridge Elementary School: Intern/3rd Grade Student Teacher Darien, CT
(Graduate Internship: August 2019 – June 2020)
• Collaborated with other teachers and administrators to discuss lesson planning, academic needs of
students and feedback on my own teaching performance
• Planned, implemented, monitored and assessed curriculum programs across disciplines (including
Lucy Calkins’ Reading and Writing Workshop models, Math in Focus and Fundations Phonics
Program)
• Implemented social and emotional check-ins and safe zones within the classroom that allowed
students to regroup and rejoin class activities when they felt ready
• Improved student’s analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies
• Differentiated instruction according to the specific and individual needs for each of my students
The Center for Growth and Development: Intern Wilton, CT
(Undergraduate Psychology Internship: January 2019 – May 2019)
• Closely observed specialists practice ABA (applied behavior analysis) therapy interventions
predominantly for children with an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis
• Interacted in one-on-one ABA therapy sessions with a therapist and a student
• Learned about how to connect with this population of students and maintain their attention
• Taught students basics skills such as eye contact, following directions and having conversations
Horizons at New Canaan Country School: 2nd Grade Teacher’s Assistant New Canaan, CT
(Summer only: June, 2018 – August, 2018)
• Incorporated reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support reading
capabilities
• Assessed students for special needs such as requiring additional social/emotional services and
academic services and referred them to the appropriate services
• Implemented Mood Meter and RULER initiatives into daily classroom activities
• Fostered meaningful relationships with students
• Facilitated group learning sessions and provided one-on-one support
Bright Horizons at Wilton: Teacher Wilton, CT
(Summer only: May, 2017 – August, 2017)
• Supported and collaborated with other teachers to coordinate social activities in alignment with the
curriculum
• Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies and employed existing trust and rapport to
deescalate situations
• Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students’ varying needs and interests
• Observed and evaluated students’ performance, behavior, social development and physical health
• Created an enjoyable and interesting learning environment for students
Zion’s Hill Preschool Program: Teacher’s Assistant/Intern Wilton, CT
(High School Senior Internship: May, 2015 – June, 2015)
• Collaborated with other teachers and administrators to develop and evaluate school programs
• Maintained safety and security of all youth under care
• Fostered positive and meaningful relationships with students
• Assisted students with completing assigned tasks via scaffolding
• Documented student attendance and progress in respect to their noted goals

EXTRACURRICULAR INVOLVEMENT

Bryant School: Volunteer Pen Pal Bridgeport, CT

(September, 2016 – May, 2017)
• Communicated and formed a relationship with a young student through writing letters
• Learned about each other’s family/culture
Cardinal Shehan Center After School Program: Volunteer Tutor Bridgeport, CT
(September, 2016 – February, 2017)
• Worked with elementary age students one-on-one to help them complete school
assignments/homework
• Taught students valuable skills and perspectives that would allow them to persevere when they
encounter more challenging problems
Council for Exceptional Children Club (CEC): Member Baltimore, MD
(September, 2015 – May, 2016)
• Advocated for students with special needs
• Raised awareness that these differences should be viewed as exceptionalities and not disabilities
• Supported and worked with students with exceptionalities
Education Ambassadors Club: Member Baltimore, MD
(January, 2016 – May, 2016)
• Worked major events that the university hosted for potential students in order to inform them about
the club’s purpose and goals
• Discussed opportunities that the School of Education offered
• Created and participated in fundraisers for the club
• Spread awareness of different aspects within education

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Attended and participated in the following Professional Development opportunities:
• Asynchronous webinar training with a representative from Heggerty Literacy Curriculum (Heggerty
Phonemic Awareness: The Skills That They Need to Help Them Succeed)
• Numerous hands-on trainings with English Language Arts instruction (Pathways Year 1)
• Interactive virtual trainings with representatives from DreamBox (Mathematics)
• Virtual mental health trainings including: Second Step Social Emotional Learning Program
• Series of interactive trainings for supporting an equitable learning environment (Equity in the Center)
• Several hands-on technology/distance learning trainings including: “Keynote Address: Learning,
Distance or Otherwise with Doug Fisher”, “Calibrating Engagement, Communication, Collaboration,
and Productivity”, “Going Deeper with Distance Learning”, and “Best Practices for Elementary
Teachers”
• Virtual interactive Personalized Learning training session
• Interactive grading and report card trainings (Phoenix Grade Book)
• Multiple hands-on trainings with representatives from Math Solutions (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt) for
how to implement the Math in Focus curriculum
• Hands-on training with Erin Coulson, M.S.Ed., BCBA, LABA (The New England Center for Children)
based on her work in studying and implementing philosophies from The Motivated Classroom
• Introduction and implementation of “Everyday Rules”, “Accountable Talk” and “SBAC (The Smart
Balanced Assessment Consortium) Test Sophistication Strategies”

SKILLS

• Proficient in: Schoology, Phoenix Grade Book, Wixie, DreamBox, RazKids, Quip, Weebly, Google
Classroom, Smart Notebook, HoverCam and myViewBoard
• Collaborated on and implemented a BIP (Behavior Intervention Plan) during my student teaching
experience

ATHLETIC INVOLVEMENT

Field Hockey
• Gained fundamental experiences over the course of 10 years that has led to the strengthening of key
skills and overall performance (2006 – 2016)
• Contributed as a valued team member across many town and county organizations (including FC
United premier organization during the off-season)
• Fulfilled vital leadership roles as captain of Junior Varsity and Varsity teams
• Received many performance-based awards throughout high school athletic career