Karen Waheed
Aliso Viejo,CA
Summary
Highly qualified Math and Science Teacher with 10+ years of experience teaching middle and high school courses, including Math 6, Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Biology, Integrated Science and Health. Generates student enthusiasm for learning through individual connections and motivators. Empowers students through interactive learning, offering fun and educational lessons and exciting science demonstrations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Science Teacher
Huntington Beach City School District
Huntington Beach, CA
08.2021 - Current
- Inspired academic success based on belief that all students can achieve excellence, regardless of background.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments and behavior.
- Planned, prepared and taught lesson plans in accordance to national science standards (NGSS) for 150+ students.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members in a PLC to ensure lessons are effective, differentiated, engaging and focused on real-world applications.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost academic success.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organized classroom structure to help all students succeed.
- Used Aeries to maintain accurate attendance records.
- Provided up-to-date educational performance records and course resources via Canvas.
Math Teacher
California Connections Academy
San Juan Capistrano, CA
03.2012 - 08.2022
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests and assignments.
- Provided meaningful math instruction for 160+ students in the areas of Math 6, Math 7/Pre-Algebra and Algebra 1.
- Adjusted teaching strategies to meet diverse requirements of individualized support plans.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Used tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
- Used Connexus and Aeries to upload student grades and absence data into district computer systems.
- Developed and distributed study guides to reinforce lecture details and help students with test preparation.
Education
Clear Single Subject Credential - Biological Sciences, Mathematics & Health Sciences
University of California
San Diego, CAPreliminary Single Subject Credential - Biological Sciences, Mathematics & Health Sciences
National University
La Jolla, CAMaster of Science - Educational Psychology
National University
La Jolla, CABachelor of Science - Biological And Health Sciences
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CASkills
- Student records management
- Student engagement
- Group and individual instruction
- Testing and grading
- Classroom management
- Instructional design
- Technology integration
- Differentiated instruction
- Written and oral communication skills
Accomplishments
Awarded middle school teacher of the year in 2016.
Timeline
Science Teacher
Huntington Beach City School District
08.2021 - Current
Math Teacher
California Connections Academy
03.2012 - 08.2022
Clear Single Subject Credential - Biological Sciences, Mathematics & Health Sciences
University of California
Preliminary Single Subject Credential - Biological Sciences, Mathematics & Health Sciences
National University
Master of Science - Educational Psychology
National University
Bachelor of Science - Biological And Health Sciences
University of California, Irvine