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A T

Fremont,CA

Summary

  • A hardworking, passionate, skilled, and professional teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential.
  • A proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs.
  • Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.
  • Team player and caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.



Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Middle School Teacher

Spring Education
08.2012 - Current


  • Prepared and implemented daily lesson plans that clearly communicates standards-based objectives and are designed to motivate students to think critically and allow for creativity.
  • Used the LEAP framework focused on all three domains, Learning environment, Instruction, and professionalism consistently in the classroom.
  • Maintained a safe and positive classroom environment consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear expectations.
  • Used students' work and data to plan, adjust and differentiate instruction and collaborated with school teams to positively inpact student outcomes.
  • Worked with team members to implement SEL to promote student well being and provide optimal conditions for learning.
  • Cultivated relationships and established a positive rapport with parents for a complete support network to maximize student outcomes.
  • Engaged students, families, and the school community to support student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to help collaborate and convey information in fresh and innovative ways.

Middle School Campus Mentor

Spring Education
08.2019 - Current
  • Guided and supported new teachers helping them transition into the school culture.
  • Served as an academic guide for procedural questions (i.e., assessments, progress reports, portfolios, grade book, sign out-sign in/arrival and departure procedures, etc.)
  • Familiarized new teachers with resources and tools such as Schoology, Powerschool, sample schedules, safety procedures, customer service, classroom expectations, etc.
  • Presented PD modules on Lesson Planning and Social Emotional Learning at Staff trainings.
  • Worked closely with the campus leader to promote a positive and nurturing environment.
  • Developed and planned collaborative fun team-building activities to build camaraderie among the staff as part of the Sunshine Committee.
  • Attended all school activities such as Open House, dances, carnivals, field trips.


Middle School Debate Coach

Spring Education
08.2012 - Current
  • Spearheaded the Speech and Debate club at the elementary and Middle School level.
  • Conduct practices and drills to reinforce and evaluate public speaking and debate skill development of each student.
  • Manage and implement all necessary logistics for debate competitions
  • Managed and implemented all necessary logistics for hosting Regional tournaments.


Elementary Teacher

Stratford School
01.2006 - 05.2012
  • Involved in direct preparation of class schedules and lesson plans
  • Implemented academic instructional activities to fourth and fifth graders that contributed to students being actively engaged in meaningful learning
  • Identified, selected, and modified instructional materials to accommodate students with varying backgrounds and learning styles
  • Used a variety of instructional strategies to promote active learning
  • Established and maintained standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom
  • Evaluated students' academic and social growth, kept appropriate records, and prepared progress reports
  • Communicated with parents through conferences and other means to discuss students' progress
  • Provided a positive environment in the classroom in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process
  • Motivated students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed for Middle School
  • Collaborated with peers within and out of the campus to enhance instructional material
  • Planned and implemented musical plays twice a year
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers, and school administrators.

Preschool Teacher

Stratford School
01.2004 - 01.2006
  • Planned and implemented activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of the children
  • Developed activities that introduced math and phonic concepts
  • Used a variety of instructional strategies to promote active learning
  • Evaluated students' academic and social growth, kept appropriate records, and prepared progress reports
  • Communicated with parents through conferences and other means to discuss students' progress
  • Developed and implemented culturally appropriate musical programs
  • Ensured equipment and the facility are clean, well maintained and safe at all times.

ABCD Preschool
01.1999 - 01.2000
  • Planned and implemented age appropriate curriculum in reading and math
  • Created and maintained an environment that encouraged creativity and discovery
  • Evaluated children's progress through ongoing observation
  • Interacted closely with parents and encouraged involvement.

Senior Lecturer

Villa Marie College
01.1991 - 01.1998
  • Planned and implemented the curriculum in teaching language and literature
  • Handled administrative duties
  • Head of admissions committee
  • Head of student counseling committee
  • Function coordinator for the college.

Education

Early Childhood Education

De Anza College
Cupertino, CA
2003

Diploma in Teaching

Central Institute of English And Foreign Languages
Hyderabad, India
1991

Master of Arts - English Language And Literature

Osmania University
Hyderabad, India
1990

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences And Math

Osmania University
Hyderabad, India

Skills

  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Exceptional versatility and adaptability
  • Enthusiastic, compassionate, and patient
  • Effective multi–tasking and time management skills
  • Strong logical and analytical skills
  • Organized and dependable with a proactive and forward-thinking approach
  • Open and clear communicator and a creative problem solver
  • Strong work ethics

Other Work Experience

  • Tutor – De Anza College, Early Childhood Education – Adjunct Skills program
  • Adult Education Teacher – Osmania University, Hyderabad, India
  • Freelance Journalist – features on art and culture for leading newspapers in India

Timeline

Middle School Campus Mentor

Spring Education
08.2019 - Current

Middle School Teacher

Spring Education
08.2012 - Current

Middle School Debate Coach

Spring Education
08.2012 - Current

Elementary Teacher

Stratford School
01.2006 - 05.2012

Preschool Teacher

Stratford School
01.2004 - 01.2006

ABCD Preschool
01.1999 - 01.2000

Senior Lecturer

Villa Marie College
01.1991 - 01.1998

Early Childhood Education

De Anza College

Diploma in Teaching

Central Institute of English And Foreign Languages

Master of Arts - English Language And Literature

Osmania University

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences And Math

Osmania University

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