CHRISTINA TOVES
Santa Rita,GU
Summary
Educator who excels in cultivating and maintaining positive and productive relationships with all educational constituencies including students, parents, administrators, and the community. Actively involved in all areas of education including curriculum analysis, professional communities, teacher mentoring, program coordinating, and integrating technology. Skilled practitioner who continues to expand knowledge of current best practices through professional development to meet the needs of all learners in the classroom.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
GATE Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Harry S Truman Elementary
Santa Rita, Guam
08.2024 - Current
- Designed and implemented developmentally appropriate, enrichment-based instruction for gifted and high-potential pre-kindergarten students.
- Fostered higher-order thinking skills, creativity, problem-solving, and independent learning through inquiry-based and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated curriculum to meet diverse learning styles, strengths, and social-emotional needs of advanced learners.
- Conducted ongoing observations and assessments to support early identification of gifted characteristics and track student growth.
- Created a nurturing, structured classroom environment that encouraged curiosity, collaboration, and self-regulation.
- Collaborated with families, specialists, and administrators to support student development and readiness for future academic success.
Kindergarten Teacher
Harry S Truman Elementary
Santa Rita , Guam
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Planned and implemented engaging lessons to meet the individual needs of students using Common Core State Standards
- Implemented standards based grading in the classroom to identify students levels of proficiency and provide intervention and enrichment opportunities
- Used a wide range of instructional strategies and technologies to meet and enhance needs of a diverse student population
- Established clear behavior expectations and appropriate consequences through the use of Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS)
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging regularly throughout the school year
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and grades
- Supported at-risk students by providing additional assistance in order to help them reach grade level standards
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans to achieve objectives for students with special needs
- Collaborated with other educational personnel to provide inclusive activities or programs for children with disabilities
- Attended educational conferences and teacher training workshops to improve professional competence
2nd Grade Teacher
Harry S Truman Elementary
Santa Rita, Guam
08.2014 - 05.2022
- Designed, planned and implemented English/Language Arts, Math,and Social Skills lessons for small groups of varying skill levels based on the Common Core State Standards
- Designed, planned, and implemented proficiency scales and assessments to identify students current proficiency levels and areas of strength and growth
- Established rapport with students, parents and critical family members
- Implemented Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) systems in the classroom and school setting
- Enhanced student engagement for learning through maintaining a collaborative learning classroom environment
- Incorporated differentiated strategies in the classroom to meet the needs of all learners
- Created individual behavior plans and appropriate rewards and consequences
- Observed, planned, and assessed practice to inform and modify instruction for multi-cultural classes with many levels of ability
- Provided modified instruction and accommodations to meet the needs of students with special needs
- Developed goals and objectives for students with an individualized education program in collaboration with the special education teacher
- Performed classroom benchmark, interim and district wide assessments
2nd Grade Teacher
Agana Heights Elementary
Agana Heights, Guam
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Designed, planned and implemented math, reading, writing and social skill lessons for small groups of varying skill levels based on Common Core State Standards
- Established rapport with students, parents and critical family members
- Enhanced student engagement for learning through maintaining a collaborative learning classroom environment
- Observed, planned, and assessed practice to inform and modify instruction for multi-cultural classes with many levels of ability
- Reflected on current practices to identify areas of achievement and growth
- Modified instruction and provided accommodations to meet the needs of students with special needs
- Collaborated with special education teacher to develop and update the goals on the individualized education program
- Performed classroom benchmark and district wide assessments
- Analyzed data to increase student achievement
After School Remediation/Enrichment Teacher
Harry S Truman Elementary
Santa Rita, Guam
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Created lessons and activities appropriate for students in need of remediation and addressed learning and instructional time loss
- Assessed students using common formative assessments as a pre and post assessment to show students progress and growth
- Communicated weekly with students and parents on student performance
- Provided a monitoring plan for students at-risk based on mid performance data
- Provided evidence of student success and activities related to the lessons taught
- Participated in regular ASPIRE meetings, professional learning communities, and collaborative sessions with school site team
- Completed after action report to reflect on planning, challenges, successes, and data on effectiveness of course and supports provided
After School Remediation/Enrichment Coordinator
Harry S Truman Elementary
Santa Rita, Guam
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Created a program design that describes how the school will implement the after school program to address learning gaps and identify outcomes, goals, and objectives that are aligned to the school action plan
- Collaborated with school administrator and stakeholders to support school and teacher implementation of the ASPIRE program
- Engaged and supported students that are at-risk
- Held and actively led collaborative meetings and work sessions with teachers and school administrator on student progress and interventions
- Facilitated educational workshops, meetings, and conferences associated with program
- Scheduled and developed program activities in accordance with program needs
- Identified areas where improvements can be made in order to increase efficiency or effectiveness
- Monitored program regularly to check relevance, compliance with department guidelines, and alignment with program goals
- Evaluated performance data against established objectives to measure success of programs
Teacher Mentor
Harry S Truman Elementary
Santa Rita, Guam
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Developed a professional relationship with colleague as a school mentor
- Served as a coach to support implementation of school and district wide initiatives such as, standards based grading, instruction, and assessments
- Engaged colleague in active learning experiences that could be applied in the classroom
- Promoted best practices and provided support in areas of need
- Provided professional contacts to meet content-specific teaching strategy needs
- Discussed responsibilities and expectations based on the teacher's professional growth plan
- Shared resources for professional development opportunities
- Attended workshops to enhance professional development in the school-based mentor role
- Maintained a log of communication, guidance, and meetings
- Promoted teacher autonomy and career-long learning
- Completed and submitted required documentation to district mentors quarterly
- Submitted end of year project activity report
Classroom Supervisor
Harry S Truman Elementary
Santa Rita, Guam
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Assisted student teacher to develop the knowledge, skills, and dispositions of a professional educator
- Familiarized the student teacher with school and classroom rules and regulations, routine activities, and resources in the school
- Familiarized the student teacher of the district and school's mission as well as special school level objectives
- Assisted the student teacher in writing lesson plans
- Observed and evaluated lesson delivery
- Conducted formative evaluations of the student teacher
- Evaluated the student teacher's showcase portfolios and its accompanying reflections
Education
MASTER OF EDUCATION IN READING -
University of Guam
12.2018
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION -
University of Guam
05.2013
Skills
- Creative Lesson Planning
- Standards Based Grading
- Proficiency Scale and Assessment Development
- Whole Class / Small Group Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Technology Integration
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- School Website and Social Media Development and Management
- Google Suite
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Electronic Presentation
- Videoconferencing
- Digital Camera and Video Editing
Certification
Guam Commission for Educator Certification
Master Educator
Elementary K-5 and Reading K-12
Professional Communities
- Assessment and Accountability Accreditation Chairperson, 2022 - Present
- Website/Media Committee Chair, 2017 - Present
- Curriculum Leadership Team, 2014 - Present
- School Leadership Team, 2013 - Present
Professional Development
- Kagan Cooperative Learning Strategies, Guam Department of Education, 06/2025
- Literacy Across the Curriculum, 06/2025
- Reading and Math for the Early Childhood Classroom, 07/2025
- Creative Curriculum, 09/2024
- Science of Reading, Guam Department of Education and Teacher Created Materials (TCM), 11/2024
- Journeys Reading Program, Guam Department of Education, 11/2023
- Innovative School Summit, Accutrain and Guam Department of Education, 12/2022
- Curriculum and Distance Learning Virtual Training Series, 07/2020
- Using Technology with Curriculum Instruction That Works, 02/2019
- Revising Standards Based Assessments, Guam Department of Education, 08/2019
- Standards Based Grading and Proficiency Scale Development, Marzano Research Laboratory and Guam Department of Education, 02/2015
- Autism Focused Interventions Resources and Modules, Guam Department of Education, 09/2021
- Distance Learning Series, Guam Department of Education, 08/2020
- Social Emotional Learning, Guam Department of Education, 12/2020
- Implementing STEM with FOSS and Guam Connections, Guam Department of Education, 12/2018
Timeline
GATE Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Harry S Truman Elementary
08.2024 - Current
After School Remediation/Enrichment Teacher
Harry S Truman Elementary
03.2024 - 05.2024
Kindergarten Teacher
Harry S Truman Elementary
08.2022 - 08.2024
After School Remediation/Enrichment Coordinator
Harry S Truman Elementary
10.2021 - 05.2022
Teacher Mentor
Harry S Truman Elementary
08.2021 - 05.2022
Classroom Supervisor
Harry S Truman Elementary
01.2021 - 05.2021
2nd Grade Teacher
Harry S Truman Elementary
08.2014 - 05.2022
2nd Grade Teacher
Agana Heights Elementary
08.2013 - 05.2014
MASTER OF EDUCATION IN READING -
University of Guam
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION -
University of Guam