LeeAnn Boydston
Fresno,CA
Summary
Dynamic educator with a track record of fostering student success through innovative lessons and classroom management strategies. At Carter G Woodson School W-s, I enhanced learning by integrating technology and tailoring instruction to diverse needs. Skilled in developing SEL activities and managing classrooms effectively, I excel in creating engaging educational environments that promote critical thinking and lifelong learning.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
English Teacher
Carter G Woodson School W-s
Fresno, CA
08.2021 - Current
- Used school and public library resources to provide extra educational opportunities for students.
- Planned and updated curricula and lesson plans to continuously improve subject coverage.
- Repeated key lesson information to teach grammar and help students grasp concepts.
- Integrated technology into classroom settings to engage students and diversify instruction.
- Facilitated small group discussions on a variety of topics related to English literature and language arts.
- Prepared informative classroom lectures on literature, poetry and historical authors to engage and educate students.
- Assessed student classroom performance to report on progress.
- Adapted teaching methods based on each student's unique needs and abilities.
- Evaluated students' comprehension of lessons through relevant test questions.
- Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
Substitute Teacher/ Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Central Unified School District
Fresno, CA
03.2017 - Current
- Experience working with Science and ELA curriculum
- Assisted students of all levels develop life-long learning skills and strong study habits using AVID techniques
- Leveraged classroom discussion to promote critical thinking and communication skills
- Enhanced student learning by optimizing a wide range of instructional approaches and innovative classroom activities including Socratic Seminars
- Collaborated with teaching staff to devise and implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks
- Responsible for all classroom daily operations
Customer Service Manager
Walmart
Sacramento, CA
02.2006 - 02.2017
- Trained and regularly mentored associates
- Supervised Employees and assessed performances to determine training needs
- Completed special projects by using decision making, critical thinking and time management
Education
Masters of Education - Critical Thinking
National University
01.2025
Masters of Arts - English
National University
11.2019
Bachelors of Arts - English
California State University, Sacramento
05.2016
Skills
- Experienced with diverse populations
- Taught remotely and in-person
- Create a variety of lessons and activities
- Implement successful classroom management and intervention strategies
- Work seamlessly with parents, students, and colleagues
- Well-organized
- Conscientious
- Focused on boosting student success
- Experience working with EL, Special Education and 504 students
- Develop a variety of SEL activities
- Bring life experience to the classroom
Timeline
English Teacher
Carter G Woodson School W-s
08.2021 - Current
Substitute Teacher/ Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Central Unified School District
03.2017 - Current
Customer Service Manager
Walmart
02.2006 - 02.2017
Masters of Education - Critical Thinking
National University
Masters of Arts - English
National University
Bachelors of Arts - English
California State University, Sacramento
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