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Joan Collins

Menlo Park,CA

Summary

Dynamic retired educator with a proven track record at Redwood City School District, excelling in student engagement strategies and collaborative partnerships. Enhanced learning through innovative teaching methods and differentiated instruction, fostering an inclusive environment. Skilled in educational planning and analytical reasoning, consistently driving student success and promoting deeper understanding across disciplines.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

Redwood City School District
08.2015 - 06.2025

Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.

  • Managed approximately 30 students' classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Led professional development workshops for peers on effective classroom management techniques.
  • Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
  • Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
  • Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
  • Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Taught elementary school during Global Pandemic.

Teacher

New Haven Unified School District
08.1996 - 06.2001
  • Five years experience teaching general education to English Language Learners.

Household Manager

Self-employeed
06.2001 - 08.2014
  • Tended to childcare responsibilities for two children when necessary with empathy and attentiveness towards each child''s unique needs or interests.
  • Scheduled appointments for medical, dental, and self-care needs.
  • Handled various administrative tasks on behalf of the household such as correspondence, document management, and filing systems.
  • Fostered positive relationships with service providers, ensuring timely delivery of services and effective communication.
  • Planned youth activities to foster intellectual and emotional development.
  • Ensured a clean and healthy living environment through meticulous attention to detail in housekeeping duties.
  • Oversaw maintenance projects within the home to address necessary repairs or desired improvements promptly.
  • Continuously sought opportunities for professional development to enhance skills and knowledge relevant to managing a high-performing household effectively.
  • Managed financial operations for household of four members.
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Education

Clear Multi-Subject Teaching Credential With CLAD - Education

California State University, East Bay
Hayward, CA

Bachelor of Arts - History

University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA

Skills

  • Student engagement strategies
  • Collaborative partnership development
  • Analytical reasoning
  • Educational planning

Certification

  • Crosscultural, Language, and Academic Development (CLAD)

Timeline

Teacher

Redwood City School District
08.2015 - 06.2025

Household Manager

Self-employeed
06.2001 - 08.2014

Teacher

New Haven Unified School District
08.1996 - 06.2001

Clear Multi-Subject Teaching Credential With CLAD - Education

California State University, East Bay

Bachelor of Arts - History

University of California, Berkeley