Elle Almer
Riverside
Summary
Dependable professional with strong teamwork and organizational skills. Experienced in curriculum development and mentoring, focused on enhancing critical thinking and public speaking abilities in students.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Director and Support Manager
Classical Conversations
Inland Empire
08.2009 - 06.2026
- Directed training sessions for over 150 educators, fostering professional growth and instructional excellence across the Inland Empire.
- Streamlined communication processes between more than 30 leader and their local communities to strengthen program engagement.
- Oversaw budget planning and resource allocation for multiple projects, ensuring financial sustainability and accountability.
- Analyzed program effectiveness through data-driven assessments, driving continuous improvement in educational outcomes.
- Cultivated relationships with community leaders and businesses to expand networking opportunities and partnership development.
Speech and Debate Coach
Stoa USA
Inland Empire, CA
08.2014 - Current
- Developed curriculum enhancing critical thinking and public speaking skills for students.
- Mentored teams in competitive debate formats, fostering collaboration and strategic argumentation.
- Organized 3-4 regional debate events annually, coordinating logistics and ensuring smooth execution of competitions.
- Evaluated student performances, providing constructive feedback to improve persuasive communication skills.
- Collaborated with educators with Classical Conversations to integrate debate practices into classroom learning environments.
Bible Quiz Coach
Lifespring AG Church
Riverside, Ca
07.2015 - 07.2025
- Developed and implemented individualized coaching plans for 20 students of diverse groups.
- Organized and led training sessions twice a week to improve team performance.
- Collaborated with church leadership to align coaching initiatives with organizational goals.
- Managed practice schedules, ensuring efficient use of time and resources for optimal results.
- Improved team cohesion by organizing monthly bonding activities and fostering a supportive environment.
Public School Teacher
Alvord Unified School District
Riversdie, Ca
08.1995 - 06.2005
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to encourage student participation and collaboration.
- Utilized diverse instructional strategies to accommodate varied learning styles and abilities.
- Facilitated professional development workshops to promote innovative teaching methods among staff.
- Mentored new teachers within the school community, providing guidance on curriculum development, instructional strategies, and classroom management techniques.
Education
Master of Arts - Education - Curriculum Design And Instruction
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA06-2005
Teaching Credential - Teaching
Chapman University
Orange, CA06-1997
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA06-1995
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational skills
- Excellent communication
Affiliations
Classical Conversations - Christian Home Education Program
Stoa - Christian Homeschool speech and debate
Lifespring AG Church - Bible Quiz
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Bible Quiz Coach
Lifespring AG Church
07.2015 - 07.2025
Speech and Debate Coach
Stoa USA
08.2014 - Current
Director and Support Manager
Classical Conversations
08.2009 - 06.2026
Public School Teacher
Alvord Unified School District
08.1995 - 06.2005
Master of Arts - Education - Curriculum Design And Instruction
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Teaching Credential - Teaching
Chapman University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of California, Riverside