Jennifer Lasich-Tanti
San Mateo,CA
Summary
Dedicated and knowledgeable instructor with over 6 years of teaching experience. Strong understanding of teaching CA Social Studies Framework. Committed to enhancing overall student success by maintaining productive relationships with students and parents and updating educational protocols. Detail and goal-oriented with training in Google Suites and NUA strategies.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Redwood City School District
Redwood City, CA
08.2016 - Current
- Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
- Pursued professional development continually by attending educational conferences and teacher training workshops.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Created and taught engaging social studies lessons and activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to coordinate social activities and field trips in alignment with curriculum.
- Supported other teachers with literacy instruction.
- Met regularly with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
- Proctored quizzes, tests and standardized examinations.
- Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
- Attended IEP meetings for students and families.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games,activities and SEL lessons.
- Piloted McGraw Hill Impact program to address state Social Studies standards.
- Maintained required passing rate of 95% for 6 years.
- Enhanced student knowledge of technology by integrating various web-based applications for research and assignments.
- Created teacher workshop to bridge gap of inequalities through Digital Lead Learner program.
High School History Teacher
San Mateo Union High School District
San Mateo, CA
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to assess student learning.
- Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
- Created and taught engaging history lessons and activities.
- Taught at risk students executive functioning and time management skills.
Restaurant General Manager
Max's World Inc.
Burlingame, CA
09.1994 - 08.2015
- Set performance expectations and provided honest feedback.
- Listened to, understood and clarified guest concerns and issues.
- Supervised, trained and developed team members in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with relevant regulatory employment rules and standards.
Substitute Teacher
Saint Timothy Catholic School
San Mateo, CA
08.2012 - 06.2015
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Taught diverse subjects for grades K-8, successfully delivering seamless teaching in absence of the regular teacher.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Education
Bachelor Of Applied Arts - Political Science
Notre Dame De Namur University
Belmont, CATeaching Credential - Single Subject Credential
Notre Dame De Namur University
Belmont, CA2015
Skills
- Student-centered learning
- Classroom management
- Purposeful lesson planning
- Positive reinforcement
- Student engagement
- Strong written and verbal communicator
- Kind and empathetic educator
- Differentiated instruction
- Strong collaborator
Accomplishments
- Organized and chaperoned Washington D.C. field trip for 20+ students.
- Designed enrichment curriculum.
- Communicated and solved issues on Leadership Committee.
- Facilitated student council activities.
- Technology Integration - Participated in technology training courses and trained colleagues in new technology concepts and practices applicable for the classroom.
- PAR Coach for struggling teachers.
- Yearbook teacher and Chief Editor.
- Volleyball Coach.
Timeline
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Redwood City School District
08.2016 - Current
High School History Teacher
San Mateo Union High School District
08.2015 - 05.2016
Substitute Teacher
Saint Timothy Catholic School
08.2012 - 06.2015
Restaurant General Manager
Max's World Inc.
09.1994 - 08.2015
Bachelor Of Applied Arts - Political Science
Notre Dame De Namur University
Teaching Credential - Single Subject Credential
Notre Dame De Namur University
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