Connie Kwong
South San Francisco,CA
Summary
Implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles. Experienced in leveraging strong classroom management and positive reinforcement techniques to create a nurturing environment that promotes individual growth and development.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
SFUSD
San Francisco
08.2019 - 06.2025
- Created engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles and developmental needs.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment through effective communication and encouragement.
- Implemented daily activities that promoted social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Supervised children during outdoor play and indoor activities to ensure safety.
- Organized educational materials and resources for easy access and use by students.
- Conducted assessments to monitor individual student growth and readiness for next steps.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
Kindergarten Teacher
SFUSD
08.1999 - 06.2019
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Organized educational field trips to enhance hands-on learning experiences.
- Assessed student performance through observations and informal assessments.
- Mentored new teachers by sharing resources and teaching strategies.
- Planned and implemented engaging lessons to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Facilitated parent and teacher conferences in order to discuss student progress.
- Implemented focused lessons for literacy readiness highlighting phonics, language comprehension, and writing abilities.
Education
Clear Credential - Teaching Credential
Holy Names University
Oakland, CA07-2002
Credential Program - Teaching Credential
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA05-2001
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies in Bilingual Education
Sacramento State
Sacramento, CA06-1986
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Play-based learning
- Positive reinforcement techniques
Languages
Mandarin
Limited
Cantonese
Professional
English
Professional
Certification
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
Timeline
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
SFUSD
08.2019 - 06.2025
Kindergarten Teacher
SFUSD
08.1999 - 06.2019
Clear Credential - Teaching Credential
Holy Names University
Credential Program - Teaching Credential
San Francisco State University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies in Bilingual Education
Sacramento State