Foster Care and Adoption
Christi Hrbacek
Eagan,MN
Summary
Qualified Special Education and Preschool Teacher with solid background in Special Education, and experience in the Saint Paul Public School District along with the Saint Anthony/New Brighton District, providing tailored instructional strategies for diverse learning needs. Successfully created and implemented individualized education plans (IEPs) to enhance student engagement and progress. Demonstrated expertise in behavior management and fostering inclusive classroom environments.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Saint Agnes Church and School
08.2024 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Improved student behavior by implementing effective classroom management strategies and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Child Care Teacher
Saint Agnes Day Care
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Developed strong relationships with students and their families, fostering mutual trust and respect that contributed to overall student success.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Organized small groups of children while transitioning to and from outdoor play.
Office Assistant
Saint Charles Borromeo Catholic School
08.2019 - 09.2021
- Maintained confidentiality in handling sensitive information while performing administrative tasks.
- Enhanced office efficiency by managing schedules, organizing files, and maintaining a clean workspace.
- Facilitated smooth operations by efficiently handling incoming mail, phone calls, and visitor inquiries.
- Expedited document processing with accurate data entry and timely filing.
Foster Care Provider
Hennepin County
04.2013 - 04.2016
- Maintained open communication with caseworkers and support teams to ensure that the needs of each child were being met effectively.
- Managed daily routines and schedules, fostering consistency and stability in the lives of 20+ foster children over almost 4 years
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in foster care provision.
- Cared for medically fragile children in need of extensive support.
- Collaborated with caseworkers and support teams to ensure proper care for each individual child in the foster system.
Special Education Teacher
Saint Anthony New Brighton School District
09.2006 - 03.2008
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
Special Education Teacher
Saint Paul Public Schools
12.1998 - 09.2006
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education - SLD, E/BD
University of Minnesota Moorhead
Moorhead, MN12.1998
Skills
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Classroom management
- Classroom organization
- Child development
- Positive reinforcement
- Social skills development
- Differentiated instruction
- Small group instruction
- Individual education plans IEPs
- Relationship building
- Co-teaching experience
Certification
- Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED - American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Awards
Nominated for Minnesota Teacher of the Year in 2004.
Interests
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Saint Agnes Church and School
08.2024 - Current
Child Care Teacher
Saint Agnes Day Care
09.2022 - 06.2023
Office Assistant
Saint Charles Borromeo Catholic School
08.2019 - 09.2021
Foster Care Provider
Hennepin County
04.2013 - 04.2016
Special Education Teacher
Saint Anthony New Brighton School District
09.2006 - 03.2008
Special Education Teacher
Saint Paul Public Schools
12.1998 - 09.2006
- Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED - American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Bachelor of Science - Special Education - SLD, E/BD
University of Minnesota Moorhead
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