Tutor, trainer, training designer, coach, writer
Resume:
Caroline Christensen
**** ******* **** **** *******, TX 77003
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PROFILE
Creative, demanding, and energetic, results-driven, proactive and critically thinking. Seeks, designs and uses
alternative paradigms to accomplish goals with skill and honor.
SKILLS
Excellent grammar, proofing, writing, and editing skills
Superb attention to detail
Excellent communication skills
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work under deadlines
Marketing Writing
Exceptional organizational skills
Diligent Work Ethic
Natural ability to multi-task
Keen eye for detail
Independent worker
Works well with deadlines (see “excellent organizational skills”)
Proofreading and Copyediting Skills
Computer Skills, including Microsoft Office
Trained facilitator
Dynamic Speaker
Web Design and Editing
Ability to quickly digest information
EDUCATION
University of Houston, Houston, Texas Masters of Science in Occupational Technology, 2003
University of Houston, Houston, Texas Bachelor of Arts in Literature, 1990
Houston Independent School District’s Alternative Certification Program Texas Teacher Certificate in
Secondary English and English as a Second Language
Additional Training: G/T Certification, AP Certification, Quality Schools Training, Common Ground, Writers in
the Schools Writing Workshop.
PRODUCTS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Designed and Delivered Training in various subjects, including
test preparation
behavior management
identification of learning disorders
training trainers
virtual training
Instructor Manual for HDCS 1300: Human Ecosystems and Technological Change
Edited algebra text: Algebra with Trigonometry: A Guided Tour for the College Bound Student
by C.A. Papanicolaou
Wrote text for Independent School Entrance Examination preparation
Experienced copyeditor and literary editor
Freelance Writer
Content review for instructional materials
Online Instructor
Academic Consultant
Published Poet and Writer
EXPERIENCE
Private Tutor; Houston, Texas 1996-Present
Self-employed private tutor, academic coach, and writing coach and consultant. Teaches executive functioning
skills, strategies for test preparation, and how to write the perfect college entrance essay.
Freelance Writer, John Daugherty Realtors; Houston, Texas 2008-2012
Contract position; wrote advertorials for their real estate magazine.
Lecturer, University of Houston; Houston, Texas 2003-2010
Taught a writing intensive social science class in the College of Technology. Contributed to design and
structure of the class at its inception. Wrote the instructors manual for the class.
Teacher, HISD, Sam Houston High School; Houston, Texas 2000-2003
Taught Regular and Advanced Placement High School English at the 10th, 11th, and 12th grade levels.
Teacher, HISD, Deady MIddle School; Houston, Texas 1999-2000
Taught English at the 8th grade level.
Teacher, The Hebrew Academy; Houston, Texas 1998-1999
Taught High School English and Creative Writing at the 9th through 12th grade levels.
Teacher, HISD, Bellfort Alternative Middle School; Houston, Texas 1996-1998
Taught 7th grade self-contained curriculum to at-risk, aggressive youths. English Department Chair.
Teacher, AISD, Bedichek Middle School and Martin Junior High School; Austin, Texas 1994-1996
Taught Language Arts and Bilingual Social Studies respectively at the two schools. Program at Martin ended in
June of 1995 compelling the move to Bedicheck.
Instructor, Merex Corporation; Austin, Texas 1994-1996
Taught remedial math and reading comprehension to adults.
Tutor, VIP’s Tutoring Center; Austin, Texas 1994-1996
Tutored students at a variety of levels in subjects ranging from basic skills to college entrance exam preparation
and support.
Teacher, HISD, Wheatley High School and Lee High School; Houston, Texas 1991-1994
Taught English as a Second Language during the regular year at Wheatley and in the Summer at Lee. Taught as
a substitute at various schools throughout the district during the 1992-92 school year.
Prior to College Graduation 1978-1990
Worked in various clerical, retail and service positions. Detailed information available on request.
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
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