1. CHRISTINA A. PALMER
38 Englewood Ave., Apt. 3-E, Waterbury, CT 06705 • (203) 739-9475 • chrissypalmer83@gmail.com
CAREER OBJECTIVE
Paralegal student with a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree seeking to bring work experiences and
academic learning into an entry-level paralegal position. A motivated and hard-working individual
with strong organizational skills looking to work closely with attorneys.
EXPERIENCE
Middletown High School, Middletown, CT March 2015 - Present
Virtual Learning Academy Teacher, Interventionist, and Special Education Paraprofessional
Maintained files for students consisting of grades, progress, disciplinary notes, 504s and IEPs
Prepared documentation of student progress in preparation of meetings (ex: 540s and PPTs)
Employed strong verbal and written skills through communication with students, staff and parents
Maintained highest level of confidentiality for all student records, paperwork and files
Work closely with fellow staff in a team environment through meetings and regular contact
Coordinated student graduation progress through planning of course completion and credits
Knowledge Delivery Systems, Inc. January 2013 - Present
Education Consultant, Online Course Facilitator
Maintained logbooks of data organized into both Microsoft Excel and Google Doc Spreadsheets
Communicated regularly with staff through e-mail and web-based meetings (Skype)
Demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines in a remote work environment
Prioritized assignments through meticulous organization and making judgment calls
Melissa Jones Elementary School, Guilford, CT February 2012 – June 2012
Permanent Building Substitute
Initiated clear channels of communication with staff and kept an organized schedule
Valley Communications Systems, Inc., Chicopee, MA July 2010 – January 2012
SMART Certified Trainer and Coordinator (SMART Board, Response, Tablet, Table and Doc)
Organized and scheduled all training for the department utilizing strong verbal and written
communication skills through phone and e-mail contact with clients
Maintained and organized data regarding progress of training projects for clients in Excel
Recorded phone and e-mail communication with clients in Excel
Demonstrated well-developed written and editing skills through the conception, creation and
publishing of various successful training curricula, materials, and e-newsletters
Reed Intermediate School and Middle Gate School, Newtown, CT August 2006 – June 2010
3rd, 5th and 6th Grade Teacher
Analyzed and synthesized data for entire grade levels in teams and during weekly meetings
Organized data gathered from formal and informal assessments
Created specific action plans and goals for numerous students to address individual needs
2. COMPUTER AND OTHER SKILLS
Microsoft Office, including Excel
Skype, Google Drive, Google Docs, GoToMeeting and online chat
SMART Technologies software and hardware
Will be learning Westlaw in Fall of 2016
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Performed at Carnegie Hall (First Violin) and Lincoln Center of the Performing Arts
Toured Italy, Germany and Austria performing both as a soloist and in a chamber ensemble
Awarded music scholarships from the University of Connecticut and Newtown High School
EDUCATION
Manchester Community College
Paralegal Certificate Program (ABA approved) (2017)
Full-time enrolled student
Core Courses include: Legal Environment of Business, Intro to Law, Legal Ethics and Professional
Responsibility, Computer Applications in Law, Probate Practice, Legal Research and Writing, Real
Estate Practice, Business Organization and Litigation
University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
B.S. in Human Development and Family Studies (2004)
Awarded two scholarships as a music education major
Dean’s List
2004 New England Scholar
University of Bridgeport, Bridgeport, CT
M.S. in Elementary Education (2006)
• 3.898 GPA
AFFILIATIONS
Student member of the Central Connecticut Paralegal Association, Inc.
INTERESTS
Discovering the world with my son and daughter, hiking, writing, reading, and numerous creative arts
such as pottery and photography
