Christina Tiffany Svennes

 Aurora, Colorado
(720) 364-5442  tiffanysvennes@gmail.com
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
A Masters of Education Graduate and current licensed secondary teacher passionate about teaching, 21st century curriculum
development, advising and mentoring students to be successful. Experience in professional administration including academic
advising, counseling, office management and proficiency in Microsoft Suite. Strong, organized planner and problem solver who can
readily adapt to change and work independently. Able to juggle multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines without compromising
quality. Dedicated and passionate worker eager to provide youth with an atmosphere for growth and community.

EDUCATION
Masters of Arts in Education; Teacher Leadership Graduate - May 2016 - 4.0 GPA
Western State Colorado University, Gunnison, CO
Alternative Teacher Licensure Program Completed - May 2015 - 4.0 GPA
Western State Colorado University, Gunnison, CO
Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies Graduate - Cum Laude
Specialization in Biblical Studies Cumulative GPA: 3.5
Colorado Christian University, Lakewood, CO
CERTIFICATION
Initial Teacher License
Endorsement: 7-12 Social Studies Current Teaching License
Department of Education, Colorado, U.S.A Expiration: 6/2021
WORK EXPERIENCE
High School Academic Advisor & Counselor, Denver Justice High School August 2018 – Current
Denver, CO
⬧ Develop school wide academic advising program and advisement curriculum.
⬧ In charge of master scheduling, student quarterly scheduling and senior advising.
⬧ Respond appropriately to issues needing counseling and guidance.
Pre-K (Early Childhood) Lead Teacher, Foothills Christian Preschool & Kindergarten January 2017- May 2017
Littleton, CO
⬧ Create, design and teach curriculum for 4 and 5 year old children in pre-kindergarten skills and development.
High School Social Studies Teacher [Grade 9-12], Denver Justice High School January 2014-May 2016
Denver, CO
⬧ Alternative teacher dealing with high stress environment and students with truancy and juvenile delinquent records.
⬧ Plan, create and design curriculum and lesson plans for 3 ninety minute classes a day.
⬧ Develop creative and technological classroom management policies and guidelines.
⬧ Communicate with parents, students and administration about student contracts, progress and behaviors.
⬧ Responsible to teach 2 sections of the following courses: American History, World History, Geography and Civics.
Elementary Sunday School Director, Water Stone Community Church August 2012-December 2013
Littleton, CO
⬧ Create and revise curriculum and preparation on a weekly basis specific to 1st-4th grade cognitive development
⬧ Schedule and manage volunteer team of 50 Sunday school teachers with 90% coverage every Sunday
Missions Admin Intern, Colorado Christian University August 2010- May 2012
Lakewood, CO
⬧ Coordinated dynamic set of administrative tasks including event management for Director of Student Missions
⬧ Maintained pertinent travel details for three + student trips annually with 100% student return to the country
⬧ Key player in organizing trips launching 100+ students globally during summer months
Administrative Intern, Colorado Christian University August 2009-May 2011
Lakewood, CO
⬧ Coordinated clerical tasks as the assistant intern to the Student Advisors and maintained databases, appointments, front-desk
duties and compiled student reports
⬧ Helped coordinate and organize behind the scenes paperwork for Preview Events and Admitted Student Events
⬧ Entrusted to manage office in Administrators absence, particularly during summer months; screened and transferred calls;
and prepared official school correspondence for Admissions. Co-developed new hire comprehensive training manual.
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Living Internationally: Chiang Mai, Thailand Jun 2017- April 2018
Student Council Founder & Advisor: Denver Justice High School August 2014-May 2016
Teaching Assistant, Colorado Christian University August 2013- May 2013
Student Teacher, English Language Institute of China (ELIC) July 2011- August 2011
Hong Kong, China
⬧ Five-week secondary student teaching experience as ESL English teacher with cross-cultural challenges
Teaching Internship: Wuhan, China February 2009-March 2009

References
Mrs. Sally Cameron
English Teacher/Licensure Mentor
Previous co-worker at Denver Justice High School
720-353-0828
cameronsally@ymail.com

Mr. David Bosworth

Professor in School of Theology, Colorado Christian University
Prior Director of Student Missions
dbosworth@ccu.edu

Mr. Justin Cloud

Art Teacher
Previous co-worker at Denver Justice High School
303-204-5944
Jrcloud11@aol.com

Mrs. Nicole Groce

Pre-K Assistant Teacher, Foothills Christian Preschool & Kindergarten
970-846-2676
Nicolegroce08@yahoo.com

Ms. Kelly Chandler

SPED Teacher
Current co-worker at Denver Justice High School
Kelly.chandler@denverjustice.org