Barbara Cash
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Experienced Teacher focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success. Excels at meeting and exceeding district standards. Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Fusion Academy-San Francisco, adept in curriculum development and classroom management. Leveraged instructional coaching and scientific inquiry to enhance student engagement and academic success. Excelled in creating inclusive, results-driven learning environments, achieving notable improvements in student performance. Specializes in STEM integration and positive reinforcement strategies.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Science Teacher (part Time)
Fusion Academy-San Francisco
09.2024 - Current
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
- Assisted in development of college and career readiness programs.
- Taught science courses using lab-based learning model to deepen subject mastery.
- Selected and requisitioned appropriate books and instructional aids to complement lesson plans.
Lead Second Grade Teacher
Christian American School
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Organized program materials and documented attendance, incidents and other observations
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide the best education for students
- Modeled positive behaviors to assist with learning
- Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate
- Established and supported a positive educational environment for student learning
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials
- Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity
- Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement presentations
Eighth Grade STEM Teacher
Horizon Friends School
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Taught STEM lessons in summer school to 8th and 9th graders
- Collaborated with lead teacher to teach lessons
- Created motivation by teaching in different ways and building skills students already have
- Taught students how to collect, analyze, interpret and present data
- Assisted students in building their group projects
- Received recognition for 'Most likely to Succeed with Students'
- Increased classroom engagement through the incorporation of hands-on, inquiry-based activities in lesson plans.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance, creating a focused learning atmosphere.
- Developed strong relationships with students by fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects that connected STEM concepts to other subject areas.
Lead First Grade Teacher
Benito Juarez Elementary
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, and administrative staff
- Provided a warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth
- Maintained a positive and professional classroom environment throughout school year
- Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning
- Developed positive rapport with students of various and diverse backgrounds
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels
- Fostered positive and pleasant classroom culture while maintaining learning development goals
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level
English Instructor
Morioka English Academy
07.2008 - 08.2022
- Evaluated students' abilities and grasp of English language, keeping appropriate records and preparing progress reports
- Encouraged participation by maintaining a positive attitude and proactively engaging students in activities and lessons
- Initiated, facilitated and moderated classroom discussions for college-level English students
- Immersed students in unfamiliar cultures by devising hands-on activities
- Employed diverse teaching approaches to help students of all abilities understand material
- Developed lesson plans and adapted curriculum to meet individual needs of students
- Developed interesting lectures and educational activities to maximize learning within the classroom
Headmistress
Sear Rogers International School
07.2004 - 06.2008
- Conducted interviews with potential students and their families
- Enforced school policies
- Worked well in a team setting, provided support and guidance
- Attended meetings with the school board
- Represented the school at various events
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with the community
Kindergarten Teacher
Lappeenranta English Kindergarten
07.2000 - 06.2004
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations
- Worked with gifted students
- Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs
Teaching Fellow
IFESH (NGO)
10.1997 - 06.2000
- Verified course design and delivery complied with school quality guidelines and regulatory standards
- Provided mentoring, gave advice on study skills and helped students with learning problems
- Collaborated with other faculty and staff to improve teaching and learning by sharing resources and best practices
- Offered support for online and distance learning to provide instruction for students unable to attend classes in person
- Collaborated with staff in curriculum reviews to improve course and program offerings
Law Office Clerk
St. Paul Fire and Marine and Suffolk County Estate and Probate
02.1993 - 03.1994
- Answered and transferred calls
- Typed legal documents
- Took dictation and filed documents
- Organized law library
- Organized evidence
- Took notes during meetings
Assistant to HR Manager
Charles T. Main, Inc.
01.1991 - 01.1993
- Managed the Corporate Boardroom
- Filed HR documents
- Typed correspondence
- Greeted and announced visitors
- Made new employee badges
- Communicated with security
- Maintained Executive travel schedule
Education
CELTA, Certification -
Cambridge University Syndicate
02.2001
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
Angelo State University
San Angelo, TX12.1990
Skills
- Elementary Education
- Specializing in building confidence
- Test Preparation
- Art education
- Painting
- Drawing
- Mentoring
- Classroom Management
- Student Engagement
- Leadership and debate clubs
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Curriculum development
- Behavior Management Techniques
- Multicultural Education
- Team Collaboration
- Instructional Coaching
- Scientific inquiry
- Collaborative learning
- Group leadership
- Scientific Writing
- Parent Communication
- Educational leadership
- Team Teaching
- Performance motivation
- Project-based learning
- Recordkeeping
- Earth science
- Academic advising
- Inquiry-based learning
- Experimental design
- Environmental education
- Assessment Design
- Common Core Standards
- Gifted Education
- Biology Expertise
- STEM integration
- Earth Science Understanding
- STEM Programs
- Instructional planning
- Learning Style Accommodations
- Organization
- Scientific instruction
- Lab Management
- Classroom Supervision
- Instruction Modifications
- Classroom Instruction
- Multi-Cultural Awareness
- Curriculum Development
- Learning Strategies
- Core Curriculum Development
- Laboratory Management
- Syllabus Development
- Lesson Plan Development
- Online Instruction
- Technology Integration
- Life Science
- Testing and grading
- IEP Progress Tracking
- Google Classroom
- Biological Science
- Group Project Coordination
- Test Proctoring
Volunteercommunitywork
- Credential Checker, Sundance Film Festival, Park City, Utah, 2011, 2018
- Merchandising, Monterey Jazz Festival, 09/01/18
- Tidepool Exhibit, Monterey Bay Aquarium, 01/01/19
- Logistics, Big Sur Food and Wine Festival, 11/01/19
- Agriculture Extension Agent, US PEACE CORPS, Philippines, 03/01/94, 06/30/95
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Italian
Limited Working
Timeline
High School Science Teacher (part Time)
Fusion Academy-San Francisco
09.2024 - Current
Lead Second Grade Teacher
Christian American School
09.2023 - 06.2024
Eighth Grade STEM Teacher
Horizon Friends School
06.2023 - 08.2023
Lead First Grade Teacher
Benito Juarez Elementary
09.2022 - 05.2023
English Instructor
Morioka English Academy
07.2008 - 08.2022
Headmistress
Sear Rogers International School
07.2004 - 06.2008
Kindergarten Teacher
Lappeenranta English Kindergarten
07.2000 - 06.2004
Teaching Fellow
IFESH (NGO)
10.1997 - 06.2000
Law Office Clerk
St. Paul Fire and Marine and Suffolk County Estate and Probate
02.1993 - 03.1994
Assistant to HR Manager
Charles T. Main, Inc.
01.1991 - 01.1993
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
Angelo State University
CELTA, Certification -
Cambridge University Syndicate
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