Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
Teacher

April Ronay

Long Beach,CA

Summary

Energetic and compassionate individual with passion for fostering positive learning environment. Dynamic educator and garden program coordinator with a proven track record at ABCUSD, adept in fostering community engagement and enhancing learning through interactive methods. Skilled in computer technology and collaboration, I excel in creating supportive and innovative educational environments, significantly enriching students' learning experiences. Committed to inspiring students and fostering academic growth.


Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

ABCUSD
08.2002 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.


Educational Garden Coordinator

ABCUSD
08.2015 - 09.2022

● Oversee seasonal plantings, composting, irrigation, and infrastructure repairs.
● Ensure the garden is well-organized, clean, and safe for students and staff.
● Manage irrigation, soil health, composting, and organic pest management.
● Coordinate seasonal planting schedules and maintain records of garden activity.
2. Program Implementation
● Collaborate with teachers to integrate garden-based lessons into school curricula across
various subjects (science, math, language arts, etc.).
● Develop and deliver lessons on gardening, food systems, environmental sustainability, and nutrition.
● Organize hands-on garden activities that engage students in learning about plant life

● Facilitate hands-on student projects, including culinary and tasting activities using garden

Education

Master of Arts - Educational Technology

CSUDH
Cerritos, CA
06-2004

Bachelor of Arts - Art History

CSULB
Long Beach
06-2001

Skills

  • Positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Organized and efficient
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Team collaboration
  • Leadership qualities
  • Community service
  • Adaptability and dependability
  • Computer skills
  • Community engagement
  • Community outreach
  • Volunteer recruitment

Accomplishments

  • Curriculum Development - Tailored educational curriculum to students with range of learning styles, disabilities, strengths and weaknesses. Developed innovative semester lesson plans and practical application exercises for classroom, reversing scores on Physical Science tests from 65% average to 87% average.
  • Curriculum Implementation - Taught reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art and physical education to pupils utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education.


Timeline

Educational Garden Coordinator

ABCUSD
08.2015 - 09.2022

Teacher

ABCUSD
08.2002 - Current

Master of Arts - Educational Technology

CSUDH

Bachelor of Arts - Art History

CSULB
April Ronay