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Jada Scorza

Covina,California

Summary

I am wholeheartedly dedicated to cultivating impactful relationships, advancing equity, and integrating cultural responsiveness in the field of education. My pedagogical approach centers around prioritizing students, emphasizing a collaborative dynamic where power is shared between myself and my students. Committed to instilling fundamental skills, concepts, and habits, my goal is to empower students not only for immediate success but also to guide them on enduring educational journeys. Each day, my commitment is to serve as a beacon, motivating and facilitating every student's realization of their full potential within the enriching landscape of education. I firmly uphold the belief in establishing a secure, respectful, and equitable learning environment, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Leader

Etiwanda School District
Rancho Cucamonga , California
01.2022 - Current
  • Implemented policies, procedures and programs to carry out educational standards and goals.
  • Collaborated with other departments on initiatives related to diversity and inclusion.
  • Facilitated conversations around difficult topics such as unconscious bias or microaggressions in the workplace.
  • Monitored progress against objectives set out in the organization's diversity strategy plan.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Support teachers in creating a culturally responsive environment for students, ensuring access and equity to support diverse languages in cultures to meet the needs of their classroom demographic .

K-8 Teacher

Etiwanda School District
Rancho Cucamonga , California
2018 - Current
  • Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
  • Assisted fellow teachers with assignment development, special projects, tests, administrative updates, and grading.
  • Organized and facilitated classroom activities to promote student learning.
  • Monitored student behavior in order to maintain a safe and secure learning environment at all times.
  • Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
  • Adapted teaching methods based on individual student needs while incorporating state standards into lesson plans.
  • Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
  • Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
  • Conducted small-group instruction to support struggling learners or challenge advanced students.
  • Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
  • Incorporated appropriate accommodations for English language learners into daily lessons.

Intervention Tutoring Private and Public

School District/ Self Employment
Rancho Cucamonga, California
08.2019 - 05.2023
  • Assessed student progress at each session, making recommendations that increased effectiveness of tutoring and lessons.
  • Provided private instruction to individual or small groups of students to improve academic performance and prepare for academic or occupational tests.
  • Created interactive quizzes and tests for gauging student understanding of course material.
  • Built student self-confidence by working through stages of reading and listening comprehension concepts and using positive reinforcement techniques and kinesthetic teaching techniques.
  • Researched and recommended textbooks, software and other learning materials to complement tutoring.
  • Counseled students on study skills, organizational techniques, time management strategies.

Education

Master of Arts - Master of Arts in Teaching in Diverse Environments

University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA
05-2019

Bachelor of Science - Communications

California Polytechnic University, Pomona
California
08-2015

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Lesson Planning
  • Student Needs Assessment
  • Organizational Skills
  • Student Monitoring
  • Curriculum Management
  • Compliance Standards
  • Problem-Solving Skills

Accomplishments

  • Recognized as an All-American in [year] for outstanding performance, skill, and sportsmanship in collegiate basketball.
  • Demonstrated exceptional leadership and teamwork on and off the court.
  • Played a pivotal role in [team name] achieving [notable accomplishments, e.g., conference championships, tournament victories
  • Most students on Grade- Level in math and reading Standards
  • Recognized for aiding School District adopt reading curriculum
  • Highlighted as CLR teacher leader of the month

Certification

  • K-8 Multiple subject Credential
  • Gifted/ Talented credential
  • English Learner Authorization

Timeline

Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Leader

Etiwanda School District
01.2022 - Current

Intervention Tutoring Private and Public

School District/ Self Employment
08.2019 - 05.2023

K-8 Teacher

Etiwanda School District
2018 - Current

Master of Arts - Master of Arts in Teaching in Diverse Environments

University of Southern California

Bachelor of Science - Communications

California Polytechnic University, Pomona

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