Brett Walter
Santa Clarita,CA
Summary
PERSONAL SUMMARY Distinguished Educator offering seven years of experience instructing classroom and home educated learners. Demonstrated success in communication, planning and problem-solving abilities required for delivering exceptional education to students while maintaining supportive and structured learning environments. Polished in developing and implementing student-focused practices and technological strategies to enhance classroom settings. Extremely driven, detail-oriented and organized professional dedicated to successfully communicating and collaborating with faculty, administration, parents and students.
Dedicated Educator experienced in creating and fostering learning environments for students to raise confidence and expand knowledge base. Dedicated to monitoring students' progress and ensuring each meets goals within pre-determined timespan.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher, English and History
Bert Corona Charter School
07.2019 - Current
- Encouraged positive self-esteem and mutual respect for others while instilling joy of learning and discovery.
- Utilized various types of equipment and aids to enhance learning experience.
- Applied proactive behavior management techniques to facilitate classroom discipline.
- Designed curriculum, lesson plans and instructional materials for classroom teaching.
- Managed and organized class records and reports.
- Oversaw and directed parent conferences, lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Assessed each student's grasp of class material presented in courses and workshops.
- Maintained positive classroom environments by reinforcing rules for behavior and relationship-building actions.
- Developed lessons, activities and materials to cover all required course material.
- Instructed students individually and in groups, utilizing various teaching methods.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for improvement.
- Served the last two years as English Department Chair, overseeing an over 10% increase in state test scores.
- Worked with administrators to implement new curriculum.
- Served as schoolwide Lead Teacher, as well as 8th Grade Lead Teacher.
Substitute Teacher
William S. Hart Union High School District
09.2017 - 06.2019
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
- Served two Long-Term Substitute Teacher assignments.
Political Consultant
Freelance
06.2015 - 08.2017
- Utilized over six years of experience as a district representative and campaign manager to a senior member of the United States House of Representatives.
- Trained candidates and campaign staff on effective public speaking techniques, boosting their ability to connect with voters during speeches, debates, and media appearances.
- Implemented successful fundraising strategies to secure financial resources for various campaigns.
- Established productive partnerships with community organizations and interest groups, fostering long-term support for political candidates or causes.
- Conducted comprehensive opposition research for clients, thereby enabling them to develop effective counterstrategies.
- Increased voter engagement by developing targeted political messaging and campaign strategies.
- Optimized resource allocation by creating detailed budgets for campaign expenditures and monitoring financial performance throughout the election cycle.
- Streamlined communication efforts by designing and managing social media content for political candidates.
- Advised clients on crisis management techniques during high-stakes situations, mitigating potential damage to their reputations or campaigns.
- Managed volunteer recruitment and training initiatives to bolster grassroots support for various campaigns.
- Reviewed legislative and regulatory documents, analyzed implications and shared findings.
Education
Teaching Credential - Single Subject, English
Alliant International University
San Diego, CA12-2020
Bachelor of Science - American Studies
University of Idaho
Moscow, ID05-2007
Skills
- Education management
- Mastery of Classical Education Methods
- Behavioral/cognitive skills development
- Motivating students
- Parent-teacher communication
- Learning style assessment
- Excellent classroom management
- Mastery of Research Paper Methods and Assessment
- Technical operations oversight
- Education management
- Curriculum development
- Subject matter expertise
Timeline
Teacher, English and History
Bert Corona Charter School
07.2019 - Current
Substitute Teacher
William S. Hart Union High School District
09.2017 - 06.2019
Political Consultant
Freelance
06.2015 - 08.2017
Teaching Credential - Single Subject, English
Alliant International University
Bachelor of Science - American Studies
University of Idaho
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