Barbara Scott
Chatsworth,CA
Summary
Innovative Teacher with a proven track record at LAUSD, enhancing student achievement and teacher development through innovative training and instruction. Skilled in developing and delivering hybrid courses, demonstrating both strong curriculum design and effective collaboration. Expertise in classroom instruction, course planning, cultural relevance, and positive behavior support. Successful partnership with teachers, administrative leaders, and support specialists to meet individual student needs. Committed to encouraging higher-order thinking to increase student performance.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MicroCredentialing Specialist
LAUSD Human Resources
08.2018 - Current
- Developed and delivered Steam MicroCredential training for 325 Teachers.
- Collaborated with various colleagues, divisions, and units to support student, new, and expert teacher development & growth.
- Created publications, flyers, and courses on MyPLN.
Specialist
LAUSD - BTGDI
08.2013 - 08.2018
- Served as full-release mentor to over 100 teachers at all levels across LAUSD North Region.
- Developed strong relationships through consistent communication, collaboration, and addressing individual teacher needs.
- Enhanced team productivity by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies to support teachers in clearing their teaching credentials.
- Created and delivered presentations to internal and external stakeholders to showcase work.
Secondary Science Teacher
NAHS, LAUSD
07.2004 - 08.2013
- Promoted critical thinking skills amongst students through inquiry-based learning approaches within various scientific disciplines.
- Boosted student achievement in Physiology, Biology, and Environmental Science by implementing differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
- Mentored new teachers on effective instructional strategies, classroom management techniques, and professional responsibilities.
- Contributed to development of NAHS's science curriculum, ensuring alignment with state/national standards and best practices for student learning.
Middle School Science Teacher
Patrick Henry Middle School, LAUSD
09.2001 - 07.2004
- Boosted student engagement through integration of interactive group activities, incorporating hands-on experiments, demonstrations, and peer collaboration.
- Led relevent and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating hands-on experiments and demonstrations into lesson plans.
Education
Masters in Educational Administration - Education Administration
California State University - Northridge
Northridge, CA05.2010
Secondary Science Teaching Credential - Education
California State University - Northridge
Northridge, CA05.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
California State University - Northridge
Northridge05.2003
M.D. - Medicine
Texas Tech Health Sciences Center
Lubbock05.1989
Skills
- Curriculum Design
- Advanced Communication
- Expert in Supporting Student Success Though Multiple Teaching Modalities
- Developing & Delivering Hybrid STEAM course
- NGSS Lab-focused Science Curriculum
- Parent Communication & Collaboration
- Documentation Management
Certification
- Certified Teacher Mentor, New Teacher Center - 2013 - 2016
Timeline
MicroCredentialing Specialist
LAUSD Human Resources
08.2018 - Current
Specialist
LAUSD - BTGDI
08.2013 - 08.2018
Secondary Science Teacher
NAHS, LAUSD
07.2004 - 08.2013
Middle School Science Teacher
Patrick Henry Middle School, LAUSD
09.2001 - 07.2004
Masters in Educational Administration - Education Administration
California State University - Northridge
Secondary Science Teaching Credential - Education
California State University - Northridge
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
California State University - Northridge
M.D. - Medicine
Texas Tech Health Sciences Center
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