Jason Lotz
Chino,USA
Summary
Experienced Professional Development Leader specializing in empowering educators through targeted training and adult learning facilitation. Builds strong relationships with stakeholders to align instructional strategies with student outcomes. Designs and implements strategic assessments to promote meaningful instructional growth. Drives long-term improvements that enhance value for schools and districts.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
5th/6th grade Teacher
Pomona Unified School District
08.2025 - 06.2026
- Designed and delivered a customized curriculum for a 5th/6th grade split class, ensuring all core subjects met diverse developmental and academic needs.
- Delivered professional development and hands-on coaching to educators, enhancing technology adoption and instructional delivery through modernized teaching methodologies.
- Guided 30 students through a district-wide robotics competition, focusing on building and programming robots to meet specific performance needs.
- Cultivated high-engagement learning environment by tailoring instructional materials to student learning styles and interests, leading to increased student participation.
- Established communication channels with parents and stakeholders, fostering collaborative community to support student social and academic success.
- Established robust communication channels with parents and stakeholders, fostering a collaborative community to support student social and academic success.
6th grade Teacher
Pomona Unified School District
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Taught 30 sixth graders core subjects using individualized strategies to enhance student understanding and engagement.
- Collaborated with sixth grade teammates to ensure curriculum consistency and alignment throughout the school year.
- Communicated consistently with students and parents about important events throughout the school year.
- Facilitated a robotics team of 12 students over 4 months using LEGO Mindstorms and competed in robotics competition.
- Coached 12 students in a district wide robot competition where students built and programmed robots to perform specific tasks.
- Facilitated a robotics team of 12 students over 4 months using LEGO Mindstorms and competed in a robotics competition.
6th grade Teacher
Chino Valley Unified School District
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Taught 28 sixth graders core subjects using tailored strategies to meet individual learning needs.
- Collaborated with sixth grade teammates to ensure consistency in curriculum and instruction throughout the school year.
- Communicated consistently with students and parents about important events throughout the school year.
- Facilitated sustained engagement and 98% staff participation in professional development by creating an inclusive academic environment using Google Classroom and collaborative planning.
6th grade teacher
Upland Unified School District
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Directed oversight of academic progress and behavioral standards for 24 students over 10 months using Google Classroom formative assessment tools, achieving a consistent 98% adherence to schoolwide benchmarks and assignment submission KPIs.
- Developed and implemented instructional plans and materials tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Differentiated curriculum and lessons to meet individual student needs, enhancing engagement and understanding.
- Fostered strong relationships with students to enhance their learning experience. with students throughout the school year.
- Build strong relationships with students throughout the school year.
- Communicated consistently with students and parents about important events throughout the school year.
5th grade teacher
Upland Unified School District
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Taught 67 fifth graders math using tailored strategies to meet individual learning needs.
- Differentiated curriculum and lessons to align with diverse student needs, enhancing engagement and understanding.
- Collaborated with fifth grade teammates to ensure consistency throughout the school year.
- Fostered strong relationships with students, creating a supportive and positive learning environment.
- Drove 95% staff participation in professional development by training and implementing district technology curriculum.
- Coordinated cross-functional collaboration among staff, parents, and support services over a 10-month academic year, leveraging Google Classroom and assessment analytics to ensure seamless curriculum integration and maintain 100% compliance with district coordination standards.
3rd grade teacher
Upland Unified School District
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Planned and provided instructional plans and materials.
- Collaborated with 3rd grade teammate to align instructional strategies and enhance student learning outcomes.
- Built strong relationships with students throughout school year.
- Communicated regularly with students and parents to keep them informed and engaged in important events and academic progress.
- Managed classroom projects and student assignments using Google Classroom for 9 months, ensuring 100% on-time submission rate and adherence to established deadlines across all curricular areas.
- Oversaw classroom management protocols and curriculum alignment, fostering a positive learning environment for 27 students.
- Monitored curriculum integration and tracked academic progress for 27 third-grade students over a 10-month school year using Google Classroom and formative assessments.
6th, 7th and 8th grade science teacher
Lake Washington School District
Redmond, WA
09.2012 - 06.2020
- Selected as the district representative for the Space Academy for Educators (STEM) in Huntsville, Alabama, integrating advanced aerospace concepts into the science curriculum.
- Pioneered the implementation of Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for 6th-8th grade, modernizing the science program and improving student inquiry-based learning.
- Facilitated technology integration and contributed as a Building Leadership Team member to drive school-wide initiatives for instructional technology and professional growth.
- Tailored instructional strategies and provided individualized support for 6th-8th grade students, enhancing engagement and academic performance across diverse learning styles.
- Aligned instructional strategies with program goals for 100+ students over 10 months, leveraging Google Classroom and state assessment data to drive progress toward district literacy KPIs.
- Delivered targeted training sessions on STEM laboratory safety, ensuring compliance and fostering a safe learning environment for students and staff.
Literacy Teacher K-3 grade
Lake Washington School District
07.2007 - 07.2012
- Remediation for at-risk students in the areas of reading and writing.
- Coordinated implementation of individualized literacy plans, aligning instruction to Target Deadlines and achieving a 25% increase in reading proficiency across 6 classrooms over 10 months using RTI protocols and DIBELS tracking tools.
- Modified reading and writing methodologies for K-3 students, utilizing flexible instructional approaches to enhance engagement and comprehension.
- Championed Outcome Improvement by analyzing RTI and DIBELS data monthly, guiding instruction.
- Analyzed RTI and DIBELS data monthly to guide instruction and improve student outcomes.
4th grade Teacher
Lake Washington School District
09.2007 - 06.2012
- Collaborated with stakeholders to champion educational excellence, creating a high-quality learning environment and consistently achieving student academic and developmental goals.
- Developed and implemented program development initiatives across the academic year, introducing new instructional modules and digital resources to improve literacy outcomes by 12%.
- Developed and implemented program initiatives throughout the academic year, introducing instructional modules and digital resources that improved literacy outcomes by 12%.
- Facilitated professional development for staff on technology integration, empowering them to incorporate digital tools effectively into daily classroom activities.
- Established a mentorship program for 10 new educators, providing training on technology integration.
Education
B.A. - Elementary Education
Washington State University
Pullman, Washington12-2006
Skills
- Lesson Planning, Curriculum Development, Differentiated Instruction, Student Engagement, Classroom Management, Elementary education
- Team collaboration
- Parent-teacher communication
- Instructional strategies
- Student motivation
- Assessment Strategies
- STEM Education, NGSS Implementation, STEM Curriculum, Programming, Technology Integration
Certification
- Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
- 2/19/2020 to 07/01/2029
Timeline
5th/6th grade Teacher
Pomona Unified School District
08.2025 - 06.2026
6th grade Teacher
Pomona Unified School District
08.2024 - 06.2025
6th grade Teacher
Chino Valley Unified School District
08.2023 - 05.2024
6th grade teacher
Upland Unified School District
08.2022 - 06.2023
5th grade teacher
Upland Unified School District
08.2021 - 06.2022
3rd grade teacher
Upland Unified School District
08.2020 - 06.2021
6th, 7th and 8th grade science teacher
Lake Washington School District
09.2012 - 06.2020
4th grade Teacher
Lake Washington School District
09.2007 - 06.2012
Literacy Teacher K-3 grade
Lake Washington School District
07.2007 - 07.2012
B.A. - Elementary Education
Washington State University
INVOLVEMENT
- 6 U Commissioner Board Member
- Chino Hills Girls Softball
- August 2025 - Present
- Softball Coach
- City of Kirkland
- January 2024 - Present
- Assistant Soccer Coach
- AYSO Chino Hills 779, Select U10
- January - July 2025
- Soccer Coach
- September 2016
- Cross Country, Basketball, Soccer
- Lake Washington School District, Rose Hill Middle School
- September 2014