1. KristinEdge
840 Cardinal Drive, Elberton, Georgia 30635 706-283-3342 (H) 706-988-9383 (C) edge.kristin@gmail.com
Dynamic educator with demonstrated capabilities in learning-focused methodologies, interactiveand
technological teaching,and team leadership.Transitioningto freelance editorial work in areas of subjectmatter
expertise. References availableupon request.
Subject Matter Expertise
 History (world and West)
 Geography
 Psychology
 Sociology
 Anthropology
 K-12 Sciences
Computer Proficiencies
 MicrosoftWord, Excel,and PowerPoint
 Adobe Acrobat Pro
 Various proprietary softwareplatforms used in higher education
 Various classroomtechnologies and software
Professional Experience
Substitute Teacher Sept 2012 to present
Athens Academy, Athens, GA
Freelance Author and Proofreader June 2012 to present
Southern Editorial,Inc.
 Test bank authoringand editing
 Authoring and editing instructional resources
 AssigningBloom’s Taxonomy
Classroom Teacher August 2003-May2012
Elbert County MiddleSchool,Elberton, GA
• Seventh-grade science;collaborativespecial education team
• Sixth-grade social studies (3 years);World Area Studies focusingon Western Europe, Latin/Northern
Americas,and Australia
• Remedial Reading, grades 6-8 (2 years)
• Positions held:Team Leader, Department Leader, and Leadership Committee
• Perfect record of evaluations;model classroomfor observation of learning-focused strategies and
classroommanagement
Executive Director February-July 2003
Elbert County Council for Effective Literacy, Elberton, GA
• A Certified Literate Community Program focusing on promoting, supporting, and initiating
literacy programs from birth to adult
• Job responsibilities included budgeting, fundraising, and community collaboration.
• The Adult Learning Center attendance increased 15% which resulted in increased numbers of GED graduates.
Program Coordinator December 2001-February 2003
Community Partnership of Elbert County, Elberton, GA

2. • Non-profit collaboration between Elbert County Family Connection and Communities in Schools (CIS)
working to connect community resources to help young people successfully learn,stay in school and
prepare for life.
• Began a successful in-school mentoring program and initiated a level of community involvement
inside the school environment that is still active.
Substitute Teacher September 1995-May1996
Elbert County School System, Elberton, GA
 Grades 2-12
Counselor IV March 1992-July1995
Operation PAR, Bradenton, FL
• Residential treatment facility for up to 75 males and females, age 16-24, run in conjunction with
the Florida Department of Corrections as a prison diversion program.
• Responsiblefor female caseload of 6-12. Responsibilities included running groups and coordinating
educational resources, managing individual case work.
Education and Training
M Ed, University of Rhode Island September 1998
BA, Psychology, Rollins College January 1994
Senior internship, Center for Drug-Free Living, Orange County Jail
Community Involvement
• Member of First United Methodist Church, Elberton (Altar Guild, Missions, and Handbells)
• Past President, Boys and Girls Club, Elberton
• Habitat for Humanity
• Elberton Leadership Class of 2002, President
• Leadership Georgia Class of 2001
Affiliations
Georgia Association of Colleges & Employers (GACE)