Natasha Thao
Antelope,CA
Summary
Experienced First Grade Teacher with a proven background in creating engaging lesson plans aligned with state curriculum standards. Strengths include fostering positive learning environments, integrating technology into classrooms and demonstrating strong classroom management skills. Previous roles have included successful collaboration with parents, teachers, and administrators to enhance student learning outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Center Unified School District
01.2024 - Current
- Provided engaging instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies to a class of 21 first graders.
- Developed and implemented individualized learning plans for struggling students.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress throughout the year, using data tracking systems such as Aries.
- Established effective communication with colleagues across grade levels to develop a cohesive school culture.
- Assessed student performance through formal testing and informal observation.
- Created classroom environment that promoted positive behavior expectations and respect for diversity.
- Maintained safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
- Referred to district standards to plan lessons and prepare students to take standardized assessments.
- Handled challenging classroom behaviors with positive and affirming techniques.
Substitute
Center Unified School District
01.2022 - 05.2023
- As a substitute teacher, I implemented a variety of teaching strategies to ensure each student had an opportunity to be successful
- I set and communicated with the students what was expected based on respect and personal responsibility
- I also created an atmosphere of personal example and positive relationships with students
- I have managed classroom with an average of 20 through 32 students during the absence of assigned teachers
- As a substitute, I was able to follow the lesson plans provided and to adjust as necessary
- At the end of the school day, I would provide the teacher with a detailed letter as to the events that happened during the day
Substitute
Twin Rivers Unified School District
01.2014 - 05.2022
- As a substitute teacher, I implemented a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations
- I set and communicated with the students’ ground rules for the classroom based on respect and personal responsibility
- I always maintained a focused and well-behaved classroom and addressed disciplinary issues as they arose
- I managed classrooms with an average of 20 through 32 students during the absence of assigned teachers
- As the substitute, I was able to follow the lessons provided and adjust as necessary
- At the end of the school day, I provided the teacher with a detailed note as to what happened during the day
Substitute
Folsom Cordova Unified School District
01.2016 - 01.2021
- As a substitute teacher, I implemented a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations
- I set and communicated with the students’ ground rules for the classroom based on respect and personal responsibility
- I always maintained a focused and well-behaved classroom and addressed disciplinary issues as they arose
- I managed classrooms with an average of 20 through 32 students during the absence of assigned teachers
- As the substitute, I was able to follow the lessons provided and adjust as necessary
- At the end of the school day, I provided the teacher with a detailed note as to what happened during the day
Education
M.A. - Elementary Education
University of Phoenix
01.2017
B.A. - English
California State University, Sacramento
01.2004
A.A. - General Education/ Math & Science
Consumnes River College
01.1999
High School Diploma -
Ponderosa High School
01.1996
Skills
- Managing classroom for diverse populations
- High level of professionalism
- Effective time management
- Collaboration with grade level teachers
- Strong classroom management skills
- Kind and empathetic educator
- Self-motivated
- Student assessment
- Individualized instruction
- Data tracking
- Positive reinforcement
- Behavior intervention
- Collaborative planning
- Effective communication
- Individualized education plans
- Lesson planning
- Parent-teacher communication
- Reading instruction
- Phonics instruction
- Math instruction
- Empathy and patience
- Adaptability and flexibility
Affiliations
Alpha Delta Pi
Polish Club of Roseville
Languages
- English, Primary language
- Polish, Speak and understand
Languages
Polish
Limited
Certification
- Elementary California Teaching Credential June 2024
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Center Unified School District
01.2024 - Current
Substitute
Center Unified School District
01.2022 - 05.2023
Substitute
Folsom Cordova Unified School District
01.2016 - 01.2021
Substitute
Twin Rivers Unified School District
01.2014 - 05.2022
M.A. - Elementary Education
University of Phoenix
B.A. - English
California State University, Sacramento
A.A. - General Education/ Math & Science
Consumnes River College
High School Diploma -
Ponderosa High School
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