As an experienced educator and leader, I bring passion and dedication to any position. With time and desire to give back, I look forward to impacting the lives of students and staff every time I enter a classroom.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Specialist/English Teacher
Oxnard Union High School District
Oxnard, CA
09.2002 - 06.2025
Planned and Helped Develop and implemented educational programs aligned with district goals including recent No Cell Policy.
Facilitated training sessions for staff and students to enhance program delivery effectiveness including CSEC.
Coordinated California Healthy Kids Survey/Staff/Parent to evaluate progress and program impact.
Collaborated with stakeholders to integrate community resources into school initiatives to support our McKinney-Vento youth.
Successfully wrote grants totally over $500k to support student success
Effectively managed the Tobacco Use Prevention Education department
Successfully taught English at Adolfo Camarillo High School and Pacifica High Schools for 9-12 grades
Created and implemented successful conflict mediation/resolution training for district schools
English Teacher
Chaffey Joint Union High School District
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
09.1993 - 06.2002
Developed comprehensive lesson plans aligning with state standards and student learning objectives.
Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
Facilitated classroom discussions that encouraged critical thinking and effective communication among students.
Utilized technology tools, including interactive whiteboards and educational software, to enhance student engagement.
Mentor Teacher and Union Representative to support teacher training
Education
Master of Arts - English Education
California State University Northridge
Northridge, CA
06.2011
Bachelor of Arts - English
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA
05.1993
Skills
Successfully Wrote and/or administrated over $1,000,000in Grants
Prepared and Delivered Effective McKinney-Vento Trainings for 500 District Staff
Taught over 1000 students Conflict Resolution/Mediation
Created Successful Partnerships with CBOs to enhance the McKinney-Vento program at OUHSD
Substitute Teacher All Grade Levels at San Bernardino City, Rialto, Colton And JurupaSubstitute Teacher All Grade Levels at San Bernardino City, Rialto, Colton And Jurupa
Elementary School Inclusion Teacher at Soliant Healthcare: Anniston City SchoolsElementary School Inclusion Teacher at Soliant Healthcare: Anniston City Schools