Catherine Wheeler
French Teacher
Modesto,CA
Summary
Caring and hardworking French teacher offering profound knowledge of the French language and culture developed over 17+ years in field. Educating students on subject material through the use of knowledgeable lectures, lively discussions and special group activities. Focusing on diversifying and adapting instruction to serve all students.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
French Teacher
Modesto City Schools, Grace M. Davis High School
Modesto, CA
08.2014 - Current
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Facilitated learning of French language using variety of instructional methods, resources and technological tools.
- Foreign Language Department Chair
- Have also taught English, and ALD (Academic Language Development).
- French Club Advisor and Middle College class teacher of record
French Teacher
Newman-Crows Landing Unified School District
Newman, CA
08.2012 - 06.2014
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Facilitated learning of French language using variety of instructional methods, resources and technological tools.
- Taught ESL classes and was French Club Advisor.
French Teacher
Visalia Unified School District
Visalia, CA
08.2010 - 06.2012
- Collaborated on and implemented innovative pedagogical initiatives that focused on student-first, hands-on and experiential learning to foster French instruction.
- Facilitated learning of French language using variety of instructional methods, resources and technological tools.
- Developed and implemented full French curriculum to meet school mission and goals.
- Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
- French Club Advisor
French Teacher
Hayward Unified School District
Hayward, CA
08.2008 - 06.2010
- Collaborated on and implemented innovative pedagogical initiatives that focused on student-first, hands-on and experiential learning to foster French instruction.
- Facilitated learning of French language using variety of instructional methods, resources and technological tools.
- Developed and implemented full French curriculum to meet school mission and goals.
- Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
French Teacher
Turlock Unified School District
Turlock, CA
08.2005 - 06.2008
- Collaborated on and implemented innovative pedagogical initiatives that focused on student-first, hands-on and experiential learning to foster French instruction.
- Facilitated learning of French language using variety of instructional methods, resources and technological tools.
- Implemented full French curriculum to meet school mission and goals.
- Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
- Also taught English and was French Club Advisor.
Education
Teacher Preparation Program - High School Teaching
Chapman University
Modesto, CA05.2006
Professional Development
University of La Verne
La Verne, CABachelor of Arts - French
California State University - East Bay
Hayward, CA06.2002
Associate of Arts -
Modesto Junior College
Modesto, CA05.2000
Skills
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Language Skills Development
- Different Learning Styles
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Instructional Strategies
- Behavior Modeling
- Remote Assistance
Timeline
French Teacher
Modesto City Schools, Grace M. Davis High School
08.2014 - Current
French Teacher
Newman-Crows Landing Unified School District
08.2012 - 06.2014
French Teacher
Visalia Unified School District
08.2010 - 06.2012
French Teacher
Hayward Unified School District
08.2008 - 06.2010
French Teacher
Turlock Unified School District
08.2005 - 06.2008
Teacher Preparation Program - High School Teaching
Chapman University
Professional Development
University of La Verne
Bachelor of Arts - French
California State University - East Bay
Associate of Arts -
Modesto Junior College
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