Ezekiel Valenga
Educator
Sacramento,CA
Summary
A well-rounded educator with nine years of teaching experience seeking a Master Teacher position with Sol Aureus College Preparatory. Also, coming with a Bachelor's degree from University of California Davis, a Masters degree from Brandman University, a valid teaching credential, and recently became International Baccalaureate certified. Reflective in practice. Eager to grow as an educator. Enjoy collaborating with colleagues and staff. Bring a high level of professionalism and respect for others. Adaptable and flexible under any circumstance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Master Teacher
St. Francis of Assisi Elementary
Sacramento, CA
08.2015 - Current
- Teach all core subjects and following the current state adopted Common Core State Standards
- Lead back-to-school nights, parent-teacher conferences, field trips, and monthly parent newsletters.
- As a Student Council Coordinator, lead the school's 2021-2022 Student Council.
- Received IB (International Baccalaureate) accreditation by participating in workshops, researching current literature about the curriculum, and teaching a variety of PYP (Primary Year Programs) units.
- Collaborated with other teachers to develop a school-wide curriculum in math and reading using a backward design.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
- Developed fundraisers and completed grant documentation to raise money for district.
Student Teaching
Anderson Elementary School
Dixon, CA
10.2015 - 12.2015
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Worked in a 6th grade class that was primarily ELL and utilized effective strategies to meet their needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff and students.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Received insightful constructive criticism from my master teacher who had been teaching for more than twenty years.
- Had the opportunity to review student CELDT and IEP documents with families while attending parent-teacher conferences.
Teacher Aid/Substitute Teacher
Francis of Assisi Elementary
Sacramento, CA
08.2013 - 06.2015
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Managed classroom sizes ranging from 30-36 students.
- Effectively catered to different age groups and demonstrated flexibility when lesson plans were not provided.
- Maintained smooth classroom operations by assisting teachers with any administrative, instructional or student support need.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas
Classroom Intern
Fred Korematsu Elementary
Davis, CA
10.2012 - 01.2013
- Obtained field experience by observing a teacher-student relationship in the classroom
- Assisted the teacher with guided reading exercises
- Implemented scaffolding strategies to aid students learning
- Collaborated with the teacher to maintain a well set of organized guidelines and a strong classroom management
- Participated in engaging classroom activities (songs & dancing)
- Was able to build and value important student-intern relationships
- Applied the necessary teaching strategies to use in the classroom with various skill levels.
Education
Masters in Education - Teaching
Brandman University
Irvine, CA2015
Bachelor of Arts - Chicana/ Chicano Studies, Education
University of California Davis
Davis, CA2013
Minor in Education - Education
University of California - Davis
Davis, CA2013
Skills
- Online/Hybrid Teaching
- IB Accredited (issued 2020)
- Bilingual (Spanish)
- One-on-one tutoring
- Leadership
- Computer Technology
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Motivating Students
- Lesson Planning
- Differentiated learning environments
- Differentiated Instruction
- Positive Learning Environment
- Setting Learning Targets
- State Standards Adherence
Additional Information
- Dean's List 2012-2013
- Gates Millennium Scholar/Alumni 2008-2013
- IB (International Baccalaureate) PYP Accredited
- Niños Sanos Familia Sana Project 2011-2013
- An active participant with Alta Regional Center and The Department of Rehabilitation to assist students with developmental disabilities.
- Participated in a teacher development course lead by the Bureau of Education and Research titled "Guided Reading: Differentiated using Small Group Instruction".
Timeline
Student Teaching
Anderson Elementary School
10.2015 - 12.2015
Master Teacher
St. Francis of Assisi Elementary
08.2015 - Current
Teacher Aid/Substitute Teacher
Francis of Assisi Elementary
08.2013 - 06.2015
Classroom Intern
Fred Korematsu Elementary
10.2012 - 01.2013
Masters in Education - Teaching
Brandman University
Bachelor of Arts - Chicana/ Chicano Studies, Education
University of California Davis
Minor in Education - Education
University of California - Davis
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