Gina Stephens
Rancho Cucamonga,CA
Summary
Experienced teacher skilled in effective communication and relationship building. Best known for fostering a positive classroom environment and implementing diverse instructional strategies to meet student needs.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Teacher
Etiwanda School District
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
08.2019 - Current
- Maintained a positive classroom environment that encouraged respect and responsibility.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to promote critical thinking and collaboration.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies to meet student needs.
Teacher
Chaffey Joint Union High School District
Ontario, California
08.2006 - 05.2012
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Led the "Green Club," and "Health Club" after school for student growth, achievement, and community service.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Scheduled tutoring sessions to help students improve grades and gain better grasp course material.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
University of La Verne
La Verne, CA12-2008
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of La Verne
La Verne, CA05-2006
Skills
- inclusive practices
- relationship building
- Student engagement
- Student motivation
- Growth mindset
- Effective listening
- effective communication
- instructional strategies
Certification
Single Subject Clear Credential: Life Sciences
Timeline
Teacher
Etiwanda School District
08.2019 - Current
Teacher
Chaffey Joint Union High School District
08.2006 - 05.2012
Master of Arts - Education
University of La Verne
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of La Verne