Curtis Stitts
Carlsbad,CA
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Director
BASE Programs
Oceanside
05.2024 - Current
- Served as liaison between teachers, families, students, and other stakeholders involved in the after-school program.
- Created and maintained a safe, positive environment for students to learn and develop skills.
- Prepared facilities for activities before student arrival and led students in cleaning and securing program areas after meetings.
- Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
St. Charles Elementary School
Imperial Beach, CA
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Utilized a variety of instructional strategies such as whole-class instruction, small group activities, and individualized instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
- Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
- Guided students in the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Private Tutor
Encinitas Tutoring Services
Encinitas, CA
03.2020 - 10.2023
- Motivated students using feedback and encouragement.
- Conducted one-on-one and group tutoring sessions to enhance understanding of subject material.
- Created engaging learning materials and exercises to facilitate understanding and retention.
- Built student self-confidence by working through stages of study concepts and using positive reinforcement techniques.
Paraprofessional Substitute
North County Coastal Substitute Consortium
Solana Beach, CA
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Assisted struggling students with classroom assignments with one-on-one tutoring.
- Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.
- Assisted students with special needs in completing tasks and understanding material.
- Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Cal State San Marcos
San Marcos, CA06-2013
Master of Arts - Education
National University
La Jolla, CASkills
- IEP implementation
- Individualized education
- Instructional strategies
- Learning facilitation
- Behavioral support
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Program Director
BASE Programs
05.2024 - Current
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
St. Charles Elementary School
09.2023 - 06.2024
Private Tutor
Encinitas Tutoring Services
03.2020 - 10.2023
Paraprofessional Substitute
North County Coastal Substitute Consortium
01.2018 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Cal State San Marcos
Master of Arts - Education
National University