Ethan Stinnett
Placentia,California
Summary
Organized and dependable educator skilled in curriculum development and classroom management. Focused on enhancing student performance through tailored lesson plans and proactive communication with parents, fostering a supportive learning environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Long-Term Substitute and Substitute Teacher, K-12
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
Yorba Linda, CA
01.2025 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Maintained accurate attendance records and assignment sheets to ensure compliance with school policies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Planned and delivered engaging lesson plans for diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to enhance curriculum and instructional strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior and fostered a positive learning environment.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments and provided constructive feedback.
- Engaged parents with clear communication about student performance and addressed any concerns.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to meet the needs of students in a variety of grade levels.
Assistant Track and Field Coach
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
Yorba Linda, CA
12.2024 - Current
- Partnered with head coach to create tailored training programs that addressed individual athlete needs.
- Coordinated planning and organization of track and field practices to ensure effective training sessions.
- Assessed athlete performance during practices and competitions to identify areas for improvement.
- Utilized technology for efficient meet registration and streamlined team management processes.
Student Teacher
Capistrano Unified School District
Laguna Niguel, CA
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Developed differentiated lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students, enhancing collaboration and support within the school community.
- Taught English 6 and AVID, led weekly AVID tutorials, and applied AVID tutor training to support student success.
- Collaborated with experienced teachers to refine instructional strategies.
- Conducted assessments to gauge student understanding and progress.
- Integrated technology into lessons, fostering interactive learning experiences that engaged students and enriched their understanding.
- Supported students' social-emotional development through guidance and mentoring, contributing to a positive classroom environment and student well-being.
- Evaluated student work, provided feedback, and tracked their progress over time.
Tutor- VA Work Study
Department Of Veteran Affairs
Irvine, CA
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing personalized teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
- Enabled underachieving students to reach target attainment levels by providing individualized coaching and activities.
English Tutor
Concordia University Irvine
Irvine, CA
01.2021 - 05.2023
- Tutored students to deepen comprehension of English materials and clarify assignments, fostering academic improvement.
- Taught study techniques and strategies for success on grammar and composition tests, enhancing student performance.
- Evaluated student performance, identified improvement areas and set tasks to aid goal achievement.
- Supported teacher instruction by discussing concepts and designing custom practice questions, reinforcing learning objectives.
Education
Master's Degree - Curriculum and Instruction
Concordia University Irvine
Irvine, CA12-2026
Bachelor of Arts - English
Concordia University Irvine
Irvine, CA05-2023
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Educational assessment
- Instructional strategies
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Technology integration
- Student progress reporting
- Effective communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Professional demeanor
Languages
Spanish, Full Professional
Timeline
Long-Term Substitute and Substitute Teacher, K-12
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
01.2025 - Current
Assistant Track and Field Coach
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District
12.2024 - Current
Student Teacher
Capistrano Unified School District
08.2024 - 12.2024
Tutor- VA Work Study
Department Of Veteran Affairs
08.2022 - 05.2023
English Tutor
Concordia University Irvine
01.2021 - 05.2023
Master's Degree - Curriculum and Instruction
Concordia University Irvine
Bachelor of Arts - English
Concordia University Irvine