Fallon E. Voelker
Alturas,USA
Summary
Experienced professional, successful at educating students on methods and information to drive achievement in the classroom, and applying learning to real-world scenarios and future endeavors. . Focused on using real-world applications, cross-curricular application and growth mindset environment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Education Teacher (2nd-5th Combined Class)
Modoc Vineyard Academy
Canby, CA
09.2022 - Current
- Counseled students regarding academic performance issues or personal concerns.
- Created a positive classroom environment that was conducive to learning through effective management strategies.
- Maintained accurate records of student grades, attendance and disciplinary actions.
- Provided intervention services for struggling learners using evidence-based practices.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress and any areas of concern.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills by providing stimulating activities that promoted creativity and problem-solving.
Science Teacher
Modoc Joint Unified School District
Alturas, USA
09.2014 - Current
- Subjects: Health, Biology, Honors Chemistry, Honors Anatomy and Physiology, Honors Physics and AVID
Science and Physical Education Teacher
Surprise Valley Joint Unified School District
Cedarville, USA
09.2011 - 06.2014
- Subjects: Biology, Earth science, Chemistry, Physical Education and Life Skills
Substitute Teacher
Eastern Sierra Joint Unified School District
Mono County, USA
01.2011 - 05.2011
- Grade Level: K-12
Laboratory Assistant
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
06.2010 - 08.2010
- Company Overview: Science Teacher and Researcher (STAR) Program. California State Univ. Student Teacher and Researcher program which encourages applying modern research to classroom education.
- Microbial ecology; effects of high CO2 on Synechococcus strains to analyze their potential for carbon sequesters via biocalcification of calcium carbonate
- Science Teacher and Researcher (STAR) Program. California State Univ. Student Teacher and Researcher program which encourages applying modern research to classroom education.
Field Researcher
San Luis Obispo Land Conservancy
San Luis Obispo, USA
04.2010 - 06.2010
- Ornithology Internship
- Survey properties and accumulate a species list to compare natural dune scrub and eucalyptus forest
- Collaborate with project leader in developing survey methods and measure area searches plots and a series of point count locations through GPS and orienteering
Student Teaching Assistant
California Polytechnic State University
San Luis Obispo, USA
03.2009 - 06.2010
- Assist professors in classroom management; grade papers, exams and quizzes in collaboration with professor’s goals
- Assist students with material comprehension in Plant ecology, field botany, ornithology and introductory biology
Science Intern
U.S. Department of State, American Embassy, Paris, France
Paris, France
01.2010 - 03.2010
- Environment, Science, Technology and Health Section assistant
- Collaborate with French affiliates on environmental proposals, global climate change policies, biodiversity and conservation including CITES proposals and energy efficiency
- Section representative at various conferences: Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Degradation (REDD), and Biodiversity 2010; Draft memos, department cables, research policies, and work with over 25 staff
Associated Students Inc. Intramural Supervisor
California Polytechnic State University
San Luis Obispo, USA
01.2006 - 06.2009
- Collaborate with 12 other supervisors in organizing quarterly intramural programs
- Manage and supervise officials; lead weekly meetings, scheduling for 15-20 employees, organize and run training clinics
- Educate clients and enforce policies regarding safe and proper use of equipment and facility and conduct annual performance evaluations
Education
Multiple Subject Credential Add-on - General Education
National University
La Jolla, CA07-2025
Masters of Education -
National University
Redding, CA01.2014
Single Subject Internship Program -
National University
Redding, CA01.2013
B.S. Degree - Biological Sciences, Political Science
California Polytechnic State University
San Luis Obispo, CA01.2010
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Self Starter
- Effective communication skills
- Classroom Technology
- Active listener
- Independently motivated
- Microsoft Office
- Google Apps
- Data Analysis
- Google classroom
- Self-contained classroom
- Curriculum development
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Google drive and classroom
Certification
- Wilderness First Responder, 2010-14
- CPR/First Aid Certified, Present
References
- Rikki-Lee Burresch, Assistant Principal, Gridley High School, 300 E. Spruce St., Gridley, CA, 95948, 530 846-4791 ext. 251, rburresch@gusd.org
- Janelle Anderson, Superintendent, Retired, Surprise Valley Joint Unified School District, Cedarville, CA, 96104, 540-640-2208
- Harold Montague, Teacher, Modoc High School, Alturas, CA, 96101, 530-233-1837
- Brian Norby, Principal, Modoc High School, Warner Continuation High School, High Desert Community Day School, Alturas, CA, 96101, 530-233-1801
Professional Development
- NGSS Rollout Series, 01/01/14, 12/31/18
- Northern California Science and Engineering for Secondary (SEES) Program, 01/01/15, 12/31/17
- AVID Trainings, Summer Institute Strand: Science 1, 2013, Summer Institute Strand: Science 2, 2014, Path Training-Implementation High School, 2015, CA Division Workshops, 2015, Summer Institute Advancing the AVID Elective: Middle School and High School, 2015
- WASC/CDE Focus on Learning Training, 01/01/13, 12/31/15
- WASC/CDE Visiting Committee Member Training, Shasta County Office of Education, 02/01/14
- Instructional Shifts to Meet Next Generation Science Standards, McGraw Hill Education Webinar, 02/01/14
- University of California Teaching the Common Core Webinar Series, 01/01/13
- CSTA California Science Education Conference, San Jose, CA, 10/01/12
- Circle of Friends, Modoc County Office of Ed., 09/01/12
Timeline
General Education Teacher (2nd-5th Combined Class)
Modoc Vineyard Academy
09.2022 - Current
Science Teacher
Modoc Joint Unified School District
09.2014 - Current
Science and Physical Education Teacher
Surprise Valley Joint Unified School District
09.2011 - 06.2014
Substitute Teacher
Eastern Sierra Joint Unified School District
01.2011 - 05.2011
Laboratory Assistant
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
06.2010 - 08.2010
Field Researcher
San Luis Obispo Land Conservancy
04.2010 - 06.2010
Science Intern
U.S. Department of State, American Embassy, Paris, France
01.2010 - 03.2010
Student Teaching Assistant
California Polytechnic State University
03.2009 - 06.2010
Associated Students Inc. Intramural Supervisor
California Polytechnic State University
01.2006 - 06.2009
Multiple Subject Credential Add-on - General Education
National University
Masters of Education -
National University
Single Subject Internship Program -
National University
B.S. Degree - Biological Sciences, Political Science
California Polytechnic State University
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