Experienced with creating comprehensive lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs. Utilizes variety of teaching methodologies to enhance student engagement and understanding. Knowledge of positive and effective classroom management to foster productive learning atmosphere.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Virtual Teacher (Contract)
Fullmind
05.2025 - Current
Develop strong relationships with students via the Fullmind video conferencing program and foster a supportive virtual learning environment.
Provide standards based ELA instruction based on the student's state of residence and academic needs in a one-to-one online tutoring environment.
Enhance classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as short videos, presentations, fun standards based assignments, and games.
Maintain accurate records of student progress, and communicate with TOR to support their learning.
Differentiate instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, and K-12 grade level, ensuring each student has an equal opportunity for success.
Freelance Copywriter & Digital Marketer
ESJ Copywriting
01.2014 - Current
Content writing services include all types of marketing collateral, such as websites, blogs, email marketing, newsletters, press releases, video scripts, and more.
Write engaging, effective copy for hundreds of clients all over the world, including Microsoft, Pearson Education, NOW Foods, Energizer, Texas Rangers, the EPA, Johnson & Johnson, and more.
Built and run several content sites which reach millions of readers a year.
Support SEO initiatives through strategic keyword incorporation in web content, driving organic traffic growth.
Write advertising copy that adheres to employers' overarching brand identity and personality.
Collaborate with marketing team to develop creative concepts for promotional materials and advertising campaigns.
Optimize social media presence by creating share-worthy content that encourages organic reach and audience engagement.
Consistently meets project objectives by effectively managing multiple assignments while maintaining high-quality output.
Monitors performance of copywriting campaigns and analyzes data to identify areas of improvement.
7/8th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
San Jose Unified School District
08.2005 - 06.2014
Championed a love for reading and writing among students through the promotion of diverse literary genres, and high quality lessons and activities.
Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
Enhanced student performance by providing regular, constructive feedback on assignments and assessments.
Promoted a positive and safe classroom environment.
Monitored student progress and adjusted instructional strategies accordingly to ensure continued growth in reading comprehension and writing skills.
Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction techniques tailored to individual needs and abilities.
Established strong relationships with parents through open communication channels
Planned and supervised class projects, field trips and visits by guest speakers.
Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing best practices in lesson planning, assessment design, and classroom management techniques.
Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects that fostered connections between ELA and other subject areas.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on current trends in education.
Education
MASTERS IN TEACHING -
National University
01.2010
SINGLE SUBJECT CREDENTIAL - ELA
National University
01.2007
BACHELOR OF ARTS - English
SJUSD
01.2003
Skills
Collaborative teamwork
Student support
Lesson planning
Online teaching
Adapting to different learning styles
Curriculum development
Student-centered learning
Cross-cultural communication
Classroom technology
Group and individual instruction
Creative and expository writing
Project-based learning
Career Chronology
Freelance Copywriter, ESJ Copywriting, 01/14 to Present
Creative Director, YDraw, 01/14 - 06/24
English Teacher, SJUSD, 08/05 - 06/13
De Anza Summer Enrichment Program, Writing Teacher 06/12 - 08/14