Cameo J. Draper
Helendale
Summary
Dedicated and student-focused education professional seeking a teaching position where I can foster academic growth, create an engaging learning environment, and support students’ social and emotional development.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education/General Education Teacher
Bear Valley Unified School District
Big Bear Lake
01.2012 - Current
- Conquered challenges of working with a highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
Teaching Principal
Crescenta Valley Adventist School
La Crescenta
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Participated in professional organizations at the state or national level to stay up-to-date on best practices in education.
- Supervised and evaluated teachers and other staff members on an ongoing basis.
- Developed and implemented curriculum aligned with educational standards.
- Fostered a positive school culture through community engagement activities.
- Managed daily operations and logistics of the school environment.
- Maintained budget oversight for school resources and expenditures.
Teacher - (grades 1-6)
Crescenta Valley Adventist School
01.2004 - 01.2010
- Facilitated engaging classroom discussions to encourage student participation and critical thinking.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
Substitute Teacher
Lennox School District
Lennox
12.2004 - 02.2005
- Supervised classroom activities and maintained a positive learning environment.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to enhance student engagement.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
Preschool Teacher
Beth Meier School
Studio City
01.1991 - 01.1996
- Facilitated hands-on activities to promote cognitive and motor skills.
- Implemented positive behavior management strategies in the classroom.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
Teacher/Tutor
Sylvan Learning Center
El Segundo
- Followed a scripted educational plan that was individualized to meet the specific needs of students based on in-depth testing.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring to enhance student understanding.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss student performance and goals.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
Education
Special Education Credential -
Azusa Pacific University
Victorville, CAMaster of Art - Curriculum and Instruction
La Sierra University
Riverside, CABachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies. Concentration in United States history
California State University Long Beach
Long Beach, CASkills
- California State Clear Credential
- Special Education Clear Credential
- Classroom management
- NCTM Member
- School community relations
- Parent engagement
- Professional development workshops
Certification
- RICA, passed, 12/01/04
- CSET, passed, 01/01/05
- CBEST, passed, 02/01/03
Timeline
Special Education/General Education Teacher
Bear Valley Unified School District
01.2012 - Current
Teaching Principal
Crescenta Valley Adventist School
01.2011 - 01.2012
Substitute Teacher
Lennox School District
12.2004 - 02.2005
Teacher - (grades 1-6)
Crescenta Valley Adventist School
01.2004 - 01.2010
Preschool Teacher
Beth Meier School
01.1991 - 01.1996
Teacher/Tutor
Sylvan Learning Center
Special Education Credential -
Azusa Pacific University
Master of Art - Curriculum and Instruction
La Sierra University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies. Concentration in United States history
California State University Long Beach