Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteer And Community Service
Professional Development And Conferences
Organizational Affiliations
Personal Information
Timeline
Teacher

Dr. Monica B. Gonzalez

Oceanside,CA

Summary

Bilingual educator with extensive experience in public and private sectors, specializing in curriculum development and instructional leadership. Demonstrated success in enhancing student outcomes through data-driven instruction and fostering community engagement. Skilled in cross-cultural communication and technology integration, creating an inclusive learning environment. Committed to optimizing student success by tailoring instruction to individual needs and promoting multicultural awareness.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

PLC Lead Teacher

Singapore American School
Singapore, Singapore
08.2023 - 06.2025
  • Facilitate Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to enhance collaboration and professional growth among educators.
  • Lead discussions on instructional strategies and best practices to improve student outcomes.
  • Support teachers in data analysis to inform instructional decisions and enhance teaching effectiveness.

K-5 Spanish Curriculum Implementation Lead

Singapore American School
Singapore, Singapore
06.2023 - 06.2024
  • Oversaw implementation of the K-5 Spanish curriculum, ensuring alignment with educational standards.
  • Collaborated with faculty to develop and refine curriculum materials and instructional strategies.
  • Provided ongoing support for teachers to deliver effective Spanish language instruction.

K-5 World Languages - Spanish Teacher

Singapore American School
Singapore, Singapore
08.2018 - 06.2025
  • Delivered engaging and culturally responsive Spanish instruction to elementary students.
  • Contributed to a diverse educational environment through innovative teaching approaches.
  • Active member of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee since 2020.
  • Presented at EARCOS and DEI conferences, fostering an inclusive school culture.
  • Trainer and administrator for Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI).
  • Facilitated summer school art and math classes, integrating technology such as Minecraft.

Dual Immersion Teacher (Grades 4/5)

Farr Avenue Elementary School
Escondido, USA
09.2011 - 07.2018
  • Company Overview: Escondido Union School District, CA
  • Taught in 4th/5th grade combo and 5th grade dual language immersion classrooms.
  • Designed and implemented standards-based, bilingual curriculum for diverse learners.
  • Served as Treasurer and Parliamentarian for the Farr PTA, enhancing parental involvement.
  • Coached 'Girls On The Run' and coordinated after-school tutoring programs.
  • Master Teacher for student teachers from California State San Marcos.
  • Led workshops and community events to increase parent engagement.
  • Escondido Union School District, CA

Immersion Bilingual Teacher (Grades K-1)

Katoh Gakuen
, Japan
08.2009 - 06.2011
  • Company Overview: Gyoshu Elementary School, Japan
  • Collaborated with international faculty on curriculum planning and implementation for bilingual immersion programs.
  • Developed and delivered lessons in both English and Spanish to early elementary students.
  • Gyoshu Elementary School, Japan

5th Grade and Kindergarten Bilingual Teacher

Farr Avenue Elementary School
Escondido, USA
09.2004 - 06.2009
  • Company Overview: Escondido Union School District, CA
  • Escondido Union School District, CA

Kindergarten Dual Immersion Teacher

Pioneer Elementary School
Escondido, USA
09.2001 - 06.2004
  • Company Overview: Escondido Union School District, CA
  • Escondido Union School District, CA

4th Grade Teacher

Bayside School
South Bay, USA
09.2001 - 06.2002
  • Company Overview: South Bay Union School District, CA
  • South Bay Union School District, CA

Kindergarten Teacher

Elkhorn Elementary School
Moss Landing, USA
09.2000 - 06.2001
  • Company Overview: North Monterey County Unified School District, Moss Landing, CA
  • North Monterey County Unified School District, Moss Landing, CA

Kindergarten Teacher

Ulysses S. Grant Elementary School
Long Beach, USA
09.1998 - 06.2000
  • Company Overview: Long Beach Unified School District, Long Beach, CA
  • Long Beach Unified School District, Long Beach, CA

Education

Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Educational Leadership

University of Southern California
08-2022

Master of Arts - Bilingual Education

National University
06-2008

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology and Spanish Literature

California State University
06-1998

Skills

  • Bilingual Education (English/Spanish)
  • Curriculum Development & Implementation
  • Instructional Leadership
  • Data-Driven Instruction
  • Staff Development & Mentorship
  • Community & Parent Engagement
  • Cross-Cultural Communication
  • Technology Integration in the Classroom

Volunteer And Community Service

  • PTA Volunteer, Singapore American School: Organized International Fair and Friday Night Lights
  • PTA Treasurer, Farr Avenue Elementary: Managed budgets and community events
  • Community service, including educational facility construction projects in Mexico

Professional Development And Conferences

  • Presenter, EARCOS and DEI Initiatives
  • Participant, workshops on teaching strategies and technology integration

Organizational Affiliations

  • Kappa Delta Pi, International Honor Society in Education
  • California Teachers Association
  • California Association for Bilingual Education (CABE)

Personal Information

Timeline

PLC Lead Teacher

Singapore American School
08.2023 - 06.2025

K-5 Spanish Curriculum Implementation Lead

Singapore American School
06.2023 - 06.2024

K-5 World Languages - Spanish Teacher

Singapore American School
08.2018 - 06.2025

Dual Immersion Teacher (Grades 4/5)

Farr Avenue Elementary School
09.2011 - 07.2018

Immersion Bilingual Teacher (Grades K-1)

Katoh Gakuen
08.2009 - 06.2011

5th Grade and Kindergarten Bilingual Teacher

Farr Avenue Elementary School
09.2004 - 06.2009

Kindergarten Dual Immersion Teacher

Pioneer Elementary School
09.2001 - 06.2004

4th Grade Teacher

Bayside School
09.2001 - 06.2002

Kindergarten Teacher

Elkhorn Elementary School
09.2000 - 06.2001

Kindergarten Teacher

Ulysses S. Grant Elementary School
09.1998 - 06.2000

Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Educational Leadership

University of Southern California

Master of Arts - Bilingual Education

National University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology and Spanish Literature

California State University

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