Amber Orozco
Sonoma,CA
Summary
Dedicated educator with extensive experience at Adele Harrison Middle School, skilled in utilizing Google Classroom to create inclusive learning environments. Successfully led AVID coordination and organized school-wide events, significantly boosting student engagement and participation. Proficient in collaborative initiatives and digital literacy, with a strong commitment to continuous professional development and enhancing student success.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Adele Harrison Middle School
Sonoma, CA
08.2018 - Current
- Have taught or currently teach the following classes: History - grade 7, Leadership - grades 6-8, AVID - grades 6-8, English Language Development (all levels) - grades 6-8, and Advisory - grades 6-8.
- AVID Site Coordinator: plan site team meetings and agendas, plan class field trips to local universities twice a year, coordinate college wear and backpack clinic days, and plan and implement college weeks with advisory classes.
- ASB Director: with leadership students, plan all school activities to promote a positive and inclusive school culture. This includes planning school dances, rallies, spirit weeks, noontime activities, fundraisers, kindness weeks, etc. Plan and coordinate a 3-day overnight class field trip to the California Association of Student Leaders conference each spring.
- Chaperone school-sponsored 4-day outdoor education science-based field trip.
- Engage students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Plan and implement lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs and which are based on curriculum objectives.
- Plan field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
- Schedule and hold parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Manage student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Utilize technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Test students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
- Participate in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Participate in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
San Rafael High School
San Rafael, CA
08.2017 - 12.2017
- World Cultures - grade 9
- U.S. History (MAX & SDAIE) - grades 11 & 12
Private Reading/Homework Tutor
Private Client
Sonoma, CA
07.2013 - 08.2017
- Reading and homework tutor for one student during 2nd-5th grade years.
Extended School Year (ESY) Teacher
Altimira Middle School
Sonoma, CA
06.2017 - 07.2017
- Middle school (grades 7-8) summer school for students who are severely disabled.
Substitute Teacher
Sonoma Valley Unified School District
Sonoma, CA
02.2015 - 06.2017
- Substitute teacher for grades 6-12 for students in both general education and those who are severely disabled.
- Worked at Sonoma Valley High School, Altimira Middle School, and Adele Harrison Middle School.
- Administered AP testing at Sonoma Valley High School.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Altimira Middle School
Sonoma, CA
08.2016 - 12.2016
- English Language Arts - grade 8
- English Language Development - grade 8
Student Teaching
Sonoma Valley High School
Sonoma, CA
01.2015 - 05.2015
- Geography - grade 9
- U.S. History - grade 11
- A.P. World History - grade 11 (observation/assist)
Student Volunteer
Sonoma Valley Education Foundation
Sonoma, CA
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Volunteered through the Teacher Support Network at SVEF at Sonoma Valley High School and Altimira Middle School.
- Tutored ninth grade students in RSP study skills and RSP English.
- Assisted twelfth grade students with their Senior Project papers.
- Pulled out sixth grade students in history for one-on-one reading.
Senior Draftsperson
Lail Design Group
St. Helena, CA
01.1999 - 04.2011
- Computer drafter at an architectural firm.
Education
Post-Degree Certificate - Crosscultural, Language And Academic Development
U.C. San Diego
San Diego, CA06-2020
Single Subject Teaching Credential Program - Social Science
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA05.2015
B.A. Degree - History
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA05.2014
A.S. Degree - Drafting Technology - Architectural
Napa Valley College
Napa, CA05.2000
Skills
- Proficient use of Google Classroom and Google applications
- Proficient use of PowerSchool attendance and grading program
- Knowledge of Aeries and Canvas attendance and grading programs
- Professional training and work experience using the iLit program with ELD students
- Training and experience in administering ELPAC standardized testing
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat
- Trained in PBIS strategies
- Adept at classroom technology and digital literacy
- Timely correspondence, grading, and communication
- Well-organized classroom and lesson planning
- Responsive and approachable disposition
- Able to take initiative, as well as collaborate with colleagues
- Long-term career goals
Certification
- Single Subject Teaching Credential - Social Science
- Crosscultural, Language and Academic Development Certificate
- AVID Summer Institute 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
- California Association of Directors of Activities (CADA) spring conference 2019, 2020, 2022
Accomplishments
- Orozco, Amber, “The Strange Disease: Minamata, Japan,” 2013-2014 History Journal: Evolving Landscapes in Human History, Sonoma State University, Spring 2014, 75-95.
- SSU Dean’s List – School of Social Sciences: Spring 2012, Fall 2012, Spring 2013, Fall 2013, Spring 2014
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher
Adele Harrison Middle School
08.2018 - Current
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
San Rafael High School
08.2017 - 12.2017
Extended School Year (ESY) Teacher
Altimira Middle School
06.2017 - 07.2017
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Altimira Middle School
08.2016 - 12.2016
Substitute Teacher
Sonoma Valley Unified School District
02.2015 - 06.2017
Student Teaching
Sonoma Valley High School
01.2015 - 05.2015
Private Reading/Homework Tutor
Private Client
07.2013 - 08.2017
Student Volunteer
Sonoma Valley Education Foundation
01.2013 - 01.2014
Senior Draftsperson
Lail Design Group
01.1999 - 04.2011
- Single Subject Teaching Credential - Social Science
- Crosscultural, Language and Academic Development Certificate
- AVID Summer Institute 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
- California Association of Directors of Activities (CADA) spring conference 2019, 2020, 2022
Post-Degree Certificate - Crosscultural, Language And Academic Development
U.C. San Diego
Single Subject Teaching Credential Program - Social Science
Sonoma State University
B.A. Degree - History
Sonoma State University
A.S. Degree - Drafting Technology - Architectural
Napa Valley College
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