Middle School Science and CTE Teacher
David Bastian
Merced City School District
Chowchilla,CA
26
years of professional experience
Adaptable STEM and CTE professional with a record of improving student engagement through hands-on instruction and real-world learning. Strong in lab safety, mentoring, and differentiated support, with a focus on helping students build confidence, independence, and workplace readiness.
Work History
Middle School Science and CTE Teacher
21 Years 3 Months- Designed hands-on lessons integrating academic skills, technical training, and workplace readiness.
- Developed CTE instruction aligned with state standards, career pathways, and industry expectations.
- Assessed student progress using performance tasks, portfolios, and competency-based evaluations.
- Managed classroom routines, lab safety, and student conduct to support productive learning.
- Collaborated with counselors, administrators, and employers to strengthen career exploration opportunities.
- Achieved higher student engagement by incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities in lesson plans.
- Encouraged students to think independently and develop and express original ideas.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management strategies and instructional techniques for increased effectiveness.
- Enhanced classroom management through the implementation of clear expectations and consistent consequences for behavior.
- Assisted struggling students by offering after-school tutoring sessions, resulting in improved grades and academic confidence.
Middle School Science Teacher
4 Years 11 Months- Created hands-on activities to demonstrate scientific principles and highlight various topics.
- Enriched classroom experiences with regular guest speakers from relevant scientific fields, exposing students to real-world applications of course material.
- Assessed student progress regularly through various evaluation methods, adjusting instructional strategies as needed to improve understanding.
- Collaborated with fellow educators in interdisciplinary team-teaching efforts, creating comprehensive lesson plans that spanned multiple subject areas.
- Integrated faith-based values into instruction, fostering respect, responsibility, and service.
Education
K-12 Administrative Certificate of Eligibility - School Administration
No Degree - Multiple Subject Clear Credential
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - Preliminary Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts And Biological Science ( Minor)
Skills
STEM education
Technical training
Hands-on instruction
Safety management
Student engagement
Learning management systems
Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Middle School Science and CTE Teacher
Merced City School District
08.2005 - CurrentRead More
Middle School Science Teacher
Our Lady Of Mercy School
08.2000 - 07.2005Read More
California State University Stanislaus
K-12 Administrative Certificate of Eligibility from School Administration
Read More
University San Diego
No Degree from Multiple Subject Clear Credential
Read More
Chapman University
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential from Preliminary Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
Read More
California State University Stanislaus
Bachelor of Science from Liberal Arts And Biological Science ( Minor)
Read More