Joshua Kerun Parmar
Fontana,CA
Summary
Innovative Secondary Science Teacher, adept at implementing Universal Design for Learning, and fostering student engagement through inquiry-based laboratory experiments. Skilled in curriculum development aligned with Next Generation Science Standards, while maintaining an environment that is safe, collaborative, and conducive to personal and academic growth.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Leader Volunteer
The Vine Church in Rancho Cucamonga
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
06.2025 - Current
- Enforced organizational rules and regulations to promote safe environments.
- Mentored youth individually to support spiritual development and growth.
- Facilitated discussions addressing current spiritual issues faced by young people.
Secondary Science Teacher
Western Christian High School
Upland, CA
02.2023 - Current
- Instructed diverse science courses, including Chemistry, Earth Science, and AP Biology.
- Spearheaded adoption of updated science textbooks aligned with Next Generation Science Standards.
- Collaborated on curriculum development through Curriculum Trak portal to enhance educational offerings.
- Maintained and resupplied school laboratory to ensure optimal functionality for experiments.
- Mentored students as cabin leader during spiritual retreats, fostering personal growth.
- Contributed actively to department meetings, including PLC and SST discussions for continuous improvement.
- Provided extended tutoring support during office hours to assist struggling students.
- Served as faculty advisor for Christian Club, promoting community engagement and leadership.
Summer School Teacher for Chemistry
Damien High School
La Verne, CA
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques tailored to individual student needs.
- Developed unit and lesson plans in alignment with curriculum guidelines and Next Generation Science Standards.
- Created educational materials, including handouts, tests, and quizzes for classroom use.
Substitute Teacher
Chaffey Joint Union High School District
Ontario, CA
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Delivered classroom instruction according to teacher's lesson plans during teacher absence.
- Guided students effectively, ensuring comprehension of lesson objectives.
Student Teacher for Hon. Biology and Gen. Biology
Santiago High School (Corona-Norco District)
Corona, CA
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Executed engaging lesson plans aligned with Next Generation Science Standards alongside mentor teacher.
- Contributed to district-wide adoption of biology textbooks, enhancing curriculum effectiveness.
- Attended IEP and 504 meetings to advocate for student needs and ensure compliance.
- Participated in department meetings, promoting collaboration within professional learning communities, including the development of Common Formative Assessments.
Education
Master of Science - Education
California Baptist University
Riverside08-2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA06.2018
Skills
- Proficient in Universal Design for Learning, in creating differentiated lesson plans
- Created inquiry-based learning through laboratory experiments
- Utilizes Next Generation Science Standards to develop curriculum, lesson plans, and all supportive materials for teaching
- Contributed to common formative assessment development, administration, and the analysis of data
- Implementation of 504s and IEPs in developing student learning plans
- Utilization of Google and Microsoft Suites in the development of teaching materials
- Able to collaborate with other educators in the development of lesson plans and educational materials
- Utilizing social-emotional learning theories in developing and maintaining an environment that is safe for all students to express themselves
Certification
- California Baptist University
- Single Subject Teaching Credential
- Passing score on the California Basic Educational Skills Test April 2018
- Passing Score on the California Subject Examinations for Teachers (Science) March 2020
- College Board Certified to Teach AP Biology
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Youth Leader Volunteer
The Vine Church in Rancho Cucamonga
06.2025 - Current
Summer School Teacher for Chemistry
Damien High School
06.2024 - 07.2024
Secondary Science Teacher
Western Christian High School
02.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Chaffey Joint Union High School District
01.2023 - 05.2023
Student Teacher for Hon. Biology and Gen. Biology
Santiago High School (Corona-Norco District)
08.2022 - 12.2022
Master of Science - Education
California Baptist University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
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