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Natasha Scrivner

Natasha Scrivner

Coarsegold

Summary

Dynamic educator and counselor with proven expertise in instructional best practices and motivational techniques, honed across roles at Chawanakee Unified School District and others. Excelled in developing tailored learning solutions, enhancing student engagement, and fostering academic success through effective communication and cultural sensitivity. Specializes in data-driven instruction and academic advising.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Independent Study Teacher

Chawanakee Unified School District
07.2020 - Current
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners.
  • Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.

School Counselor Intern

Liberty Charter School
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Identified and addressed concerns of incoming students and parents.
  • Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
  • Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention and college readiness.
  • Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goals.
  • Analyzed student academic records to assess educational and career goals.
  • Developed and implemented student guidance plans to foster academic success.
  • Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
  • Encouraged students to explore age-appropriate and career-related opportunities.
  • Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
  • Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.

School Counselor Intern

Chawanakee Unified School District
08.2023 - 12.2024
  • Identified and addressed concerns of incoming students and parents.
  • Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
  • Developed and conducted workshops and seminars to educate students, faculty and parents on relevant topics in field.
  • Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goals.
  • Educated students on college admissions process and scholarship requirements.
  • Analyzed student academic records to assess educational and career goals.
  • Assisted students in exploring and selecting career paths.
  • Provided resources to support students in achieving career goals.
  • Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
  • Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
  • Oversaw career and job fairs to connect students with area schools and employers.
  • Advocated for students to access available resources.
  • Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.

Classroom Teacher

Ezequiel Tafoya Alvarado Academy
08.2018 - 06.2020
  • Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
  • Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
  • Administered quizzes and tests to assess student understanding of material.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.

Education

Master of Arts - School Counseling

Concordia University Irvine
Irvine, CA
12-2024

No Degree - Multiple Subject Credential

Cal State Teach
Fresno, CA
02-2020

Bachelor of Science - Criminology

California State University, Fresno
Fresno, CA
05-2011

Skills

  • Teaching strategies
  • Online teaching
  • Project-based learning
  • Subject matter expertise
  • Academic advising
  • Motivational techniques
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Program development
  • Instructional best practices
  • Behavior management
  • Data-driven instruction
  • Parent and student communication
  • Data analysis
  • Record keeping
  • Student motivation

Certification

  • Cleared Multiple-Subject Credential
  • Pupil Personnel Services Credential- expected January 2025

Timeline

School Counselor Intern

Liberty Charter School
08.2024 - 12.2024

School Counselor Intern

Chawanakee Unified School District
08.2023 - 12.2024

Independent Study Teacher

Chawanakee Unified School District
07.2020 - Current

Classroom Teacher

Ezequiel Tafoya Alvarado Academy
08.2018 - 06.2020

Master of Arts - School Counseling

Concordia University Irvine

No Degree - Multiple Subject Credential

Cal State Teach

Bachelor of Science - Criminology

California State University, Fresno
Natasha Scrivner