Christian H.

Atkinson
1413 S. Hall
Mesa, AZ 85204
480-261-5765
Chatkinson0910@gmail.com

Objective
A goal-oriented and welcoming ELA educator that inspires students to do their best and build on their aspirations.
With an abundant amount of experience in the K-12 classroom, I have become versatile in delivering content, and
creating a welcoming environment to assure every student feels safe and successful.

Education and Experience

August 2019- Present
Arizona State University - Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education (English)--TESOL Certificate

● Arizona Public School - Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College: Clinical Experience Internship
○ Assisted the teacher in all facets of daily classroom management
○ Delivery of new content and conducted lesson activities
○ Worked one-to-one or small groups with students that need extra support to succeed
○ Creating an engaging and positive learning environment
● Digital Teaching Professional Development
○ Developed strategies for diverse community of students and building relationships remotely
○ Developed skills for online pedagogy and the tools students can utilize
○ Developed in cultivating students personal and academic communities to making learning
meaningful and supportive

August 2016 - May 2019

Mesa Community College - Associates Degree in English Language Arts

● Mesa Public School - Mesa Community College: Service Learning Internship

○ Assisted the teacher in all facets of daily classroom management
○ Worked one-to-one or small groups with students that need extra support to succeed
○ Observation of classroom management and process

August 2012 - May 2016

Mesa High School, Mesa Arizona - High School diploma

● Student hired teacher assistant

○ Assisted in the day-to-day operations of teachers duties such as grading papers, taking attendance,
and adjusting the academic calendar

Work Experience
August 2018 - Present
Mesa Public School - Instructional Assistant Substitute

● Assisting the teacher in all facets of daily classroom management

● Working one-to-one or small groups with students that need extra support to succeed
● Provide behavioral support
● Assist in the collection of behavioral and academic data for the students
September 2015 - Present
Positive Potential, Mesa AZ - Hab and Respite provider

● Improving an individual’s cognitive thinking strategies and being an academic tutor

● Training of everyday life skills such as cooking, cleaning, and self-care
● Demonstrating proper social, behavior and etiquette techniques

May 2014 - Present

Mesa Parks and Recreation Camp Fiesta, Mesa AZ - Recreational Aide

● Engaging with Children between 4-18 with various activities such as art, music, cooking, and sports
● Organizing fun activities for students to participate in while on downtime
● Creating a safe and nurturing environment
● Assisted in coordinating community events in the Phoenix valley
● Assisted in setup/takedown of equipment needed for play and activities

Awards and Community Service

● Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College Spring - Fall 2020 Dean’s List
● God’s Child Project: Reconstruction in Antigua, Guatemala for poverty-driven families
● Volunteer service achievement of +500 hours community service in High School
● Eagle Scout Rank achieved in Boy Scouts of America

References
Available upon request