Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Activities
Certification
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Jeanie de la Torre

Anchorage

Summary

Dedicated and experienced educator with a lifelong commitment to fostering children's learning and personal growth. Passionate about promoting student development and maximizing individual potential. Adept at creating positive and engaging classroom environments, utilizing forward-thinking approaches to enhance student behavior. Known for building caring relationships, possessing an analytical mindset, and demonstrating strong decision-making skills. Committed to inspiring and guiding students to become their very best selves.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Classroom Teacher, Grades 5-8

Anchorage Junior Academy
07.2018 - Current

Classroom Teacher, Grade 5

Pacific Union College Elementary School
07.2012 - 06.2018

Principal/Classroom Teacher, Grades 5-8

Chowchilla S.D.A. Elementary School
01.2006 - 01.2012

Principal/Classroom Teacher, Grades 5-8

Peninsula Adventist School
07.2004 - 06.2006

Classroom Teacher, Departmentalized 7-8

San Gabriel Academy
07.1998 - 06.2004

Subjects:

  • Grades 7-8: Science, Reading, Bible
  • Grades 9-10: World History and Religion

Principal/Classroom Teacher, Grades 5-8

Westlake Seventh-day Adventist School
07.1995 - 06.1998

Classroom Teacher, Grades 7-8

South Bay Jr. Academy
07.1991 - 06.1995

Principal/Classroom Teacher, Grades 5-8

Vacaville Adventist School
07.1989 - 06.1991

Education

M.A. - Administration and Leadership

Loma Linda University
Riverside, CA
01.1994

B.A. - History

Walla Walla College
College Place, WA
01.1987

Skills

  • Establishes clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere
  • Establishes clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere
  • Creates a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students
  • Helps students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication
  • Works cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives
  • Boosts student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment
  • Provides timely feedback on assignments, allowing students to learn from mistakes and improve their performance

Activities

  • Provided comprehensive supervision to education students from Pacific Union College during their Bible and Math Lab experiences in my classroom. I served as a mentor, guiding them through effective classroom management techniques, lesson planning strategies, and giving practical advice.
  • Offered mentorship to novice teachers entering the profession within the Central California Conference of SDA. Conducted classroom observations, delivering constructive feedback on teaching methods, classroom management practices, and offering practical advice for professional growth.
  • Past member of the Central California Conference Curriculum Committee
  • Engaged in continuous professional development through attendance at Differentiated Instruction Training, CAPSO Conventions, and NAD Conventions, further enhancing my skills and staying abreast of educational advancements.


Certification

Seventh-day Adventist Standard Teaching Credential: Elementary

CURRENT CERTIFICATES: Administrator and Professional

ENDORSEMENTS: Principal, Supervisor of Instruction

Jr. Academy: History, English, and Religion

Timeline

Classroom Teacher, Grades 5-8

Anchorage Junior Academy
07.2018 - Current

Classroom Teacher, Grade 5

Pacific Union College Elementary School
07.2012 - 06.2018

Principal/Classroom Teacher, Grades 5-8

Chowchilla S.D.A. Elementary School
01.2006 - 01.2012

Principal/Classroom Teacher, Grades 5-8

Peninsula Adventist School
07.2004 - 06.2006

Classroom Teacher, Departmentalized 7-8

San Gabriel Academy
07.1998 - 06.2004

Principal/Classroom Teacher, Grades 5-8

Westlake Seventh-day Adventist School
07.1995 - 06.1998

Classroom Teacher, Grades 7-8

South Bay Jr. Academy
07.1991 - 06.1995

Principal/Classroom Teacher, Grades 5-8

Vacaville Adventist School
07.1989 - 06.1991

M.A. - Administration and Leadership

Loma Linda University

B.A. - History

Walla Walla College
Jeanie de la Torre