Camille Talmadge
Pomona,CA
Summary
Resourceful, dedicated and responsible professional with 3 years of classroom experience in General Sciences and Life Sciences in middle and high school students across a wide variety of socioeconomic backgrounds. Committed to achieving student success by supporting students in both their classrooms and communities. Patient and enthusiastic in delivering instruction and when communicating with parents, staff, and administration.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home and Hospital Teacher
Tustin Unified School District
09.2023 - Current
- Organized and implemented instructional programs to address the diverse needs of students who are unable to attend school for medical reasons.
- Established positive relationships with students by creating a supportive learning environment that fosters growth and achievement and ensures academic success.
- Improved student engagement by providing specialized instructional techniques through individual sessions designed to meet specific educational needs of students.
- Coordinated with regular and/or special education curriculum.
- Collaborated with school and home personnel to accommodate students needs and implement home-based learning strategies.
- Maintained detailed records of student performance, attendance, and accommodations to ensure compliance with district policies.
- Attended and actively participated in quarterly IEP and 504 meetings.
Substitute Teacher
Multiple Districts (TUSD, WVUSD, PUSD, CUSD)
02.2023 - Current
- Invested in students' academic success by following classroom plans left by class teacher to continue students' education and reinforce core concepts.
- Worked efficiently within existing learning structures , routines and protocols to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Demonstrated familiarity across multiple subject areas displaying competency across disciplines.
- Maintained a positive relationship with students, administration and staff and repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Biology Student Teacher
Foothill High School
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Promoted a positive and inclusive classroom culture and learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication in a 9th grade CP Biology class.
- Developed culturally responsive, NGSS aligned lessons and laboratory activities that acknowledged students cultures and lived experiences increasing engagement by 84% and retention by 62% and promoting inclusivity within the classroom setting.
- Increased students' critical thinking skills by incorporating real-world applications into lessons, making content relevant and relatable for students.
- Adapted to existing technologies and LMS used in the school and introduced various new technologies in the classroom to promote appropriate use of technology and innovation in the classroom.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs and promote collaboration between students.
- Monitored student progress to provide constructive feedback on assignments and guiding students toward improvement while building confidence in their abilities.
- Cultivated positive relationships parents by attending IEP and 504 meetings as well as parent teacher conferences to promote student success and ensure students individual needs are met.
- Demonstrate commitment to continued learning through active participation in professional development opportunities, staff, and departmental meetings establishing rapport with administration and other teaching faculty.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University Of California, Irvine
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Established positive relationships with both Professor and university students.
- Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
- Coordinated homework and assignments for absent students.
- Offered office hours and one-on-one meetings with students to provide additional support and guidance to students.
- Hosted review sessions for students at the collegiate level prior to midterms and final exams.
Teaching Assistant
Vista Charter Middle School
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Curated rigorous and engaging Math and Science lesson plans tailored to meet the needs of middle school students.
- Provided extra support to students falling behind by hosting daily intervention seminars to re-teach and review concepts learned in class improving student understanding by approximately 60%.
- Assisted students in small groups and individually focusing on Math and Science.
- Established positive rapport with staff and administration by actively participating in weekly professional developments with department and grade-level PLCs.
- Attended proctor training and administered SBAC and ELPAC state tests.
- Established positive relation with students and a safe and nurturing classroom community by facilitating Restorative Justice Circles to build community and mitigate conflict between students.
After School Program Leader
Think Together LA Metro
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Planned and hosted enrichment programs and extracurricular activities such as Pottery Club, DIY (Do It Yourself) Club, and Drama Club.
- Implemented lesson plans and instructional materials across various disciplines to encourage students in sixth, seventh and eighth grade meet academic goal.
- Established healthy classroom culture and maintained positive rapport with students and other Program Leaders.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA06.2021
Skills
- Adolescent Education
- Disability/IEP/504 Adaptation
- Culturally Relevant/Culturally Sustaining Pedagogy
- Classroom Management and Instruction
- Communication and Problem Solving
- Patience and Empathy
- STEM Project-Based Learning (PBL)
- Anchoring Phenomenon Based Instruction
Volunteer Experience
Floating Doctors Executive Board
UCSB Floating Doctors | October 2018- July 2021
- Participated in an annual two-week volunteer brigade in Bocas Del Toro, Panama providing free healthcare and health education to the indigenous Ngabe communities of Panama.
- Assessed patient symptoms to report to the healthcare professionals.
- Assisted educators in classes for elementary through high school students on the importance of physical, mental and sexual health and safety.
Science Teaching Intern
SciTrek | October 2018-June 2019
- Collaborated with university professors and local educators to plan and implement science curriculum for local elementary school students.
- Designed and presented models and experiments for students of varying ages to demonstrate the importance of various scientific principles and processes.
Panther Games Coordinator
Diamond Ranch High School | October 2021- Present
- Co-founded annual games in which low income students with IDD (intellectual and developmental disabilities) were invited to compete in a series of track and field events and other sporting games for free.
- Created a venue for students with IDD to to meet other members of their community to improve socialization skills.
Certification
Single Subject Teaching Credential
Life Sciences with ELAS
NGSS Tier 1 Certified
UCI Science Project- 2023
Conferences and Seminars
Ethnic Studies Seminar
UCI School of Education- 2022
- Discuss Ethnic Studies history, impact, and vision within K-12 settings.
- Learn about the different hallmarks and pillars of Ethnic Studies teaching, pedagogies, and methodologies.
- Consider district approaches to Ethnic Studies course development and implementation across content areas.
Teach for Justice Conference
UCI School of Education- 2023
- Discuss pedagogy, research, practice, and community based initiatives that center AAPI experiences
- Build knowledge and capacity to implemented justice orientated instruction
Timeline
Home and Hospital Teacher
Tustin Unified School District
09.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Multiple Districts (TUSD, WVUSD, PUSD, CUSD)
02.2023 - Current
Biology Student Teacher
Foothill High School
09.2022 - 06.2023
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University Of California, Irvine
09.2022 - 12.2022
After School Program Leader
Think Together LA Metro
10.2021 - 05.2022
Teaching Assistant
Vista Charter Middle School
08.2021 - 06.2022
Master of Arts - Teaching
University of California, Irvine
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
University of California, Santa Barbara
Single Subject Teaching Credential
Life Sciences with ELAS
NGSS Tier 1 Certified
UCI Science Project- 2023
Similar Profiles
Georgina GriegoGeorgina Griego
Office Assistant at Tustin Unified School District-Tustin ConnectOffice Assistant at Tustin Unified School District-Tustin Connect
Laurie Riske-CarpenterLaurie Riske-Carpenter
Science and Physical Education Teacher at Tustin Unified School District, Tustin CAScience and Physical Education Teacher at Tustin Unified School District, Tustin CA
Jorge PantojaJorge Pantoja
Campus Supervisor at Tustin Unified School DistrictCampus Supervisor at Tustin Unified School District