Amalia Gong-Chun
Clovis,CA
Summary
Highly innovative and resourceful education professional who quickly identifies and resolves challenging classroom situations. Enthusiastic sixth grade teacher with a knack for making learning exciting and enjoyable with hands on activities STEAM. Motivated by the belief that all children can be successful learners.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
6th Grade Teacher
Fresno Unified
01.2007 - Current
- Set up lesson materials, bulletin board displays and demonstrations.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
- Met regularly with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress.
- Planned and implemented creative lessons in accordance with district, county, state and federal guidelines.
- Worked with other teachers and administrators to evaluate and revise elementary school programs.
- Pursued professional development continually by attending educational conferences and teacher training workshops
- Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects
- Completed training courses to keep up to date with new teaching methods and developments in literacy.
- Took part in professional organizations and continuing education courses.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
- Developed data-driven instructional strategies to address individual student needs and improve academic outcomes.
- Built strong relationships with students, parents, and staff to foster a supportive school community.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in students.
- Differentiated instruction for diverse learners, ensuring all students had access to appropriate materials and resources.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
- Actively participated in school-wide committees focused on improving overall campus culture, fostering collaboration between educators for enhanced student experiences.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Merced City School
06.1990 - 06.2002
- During the 12 years, worked there as a 3-hour aide, a bilingual aide and a full-time resource specialist aide.
- Instructed up to 10 students individually and in groups
- Set up lesson materials, bulletin board displays and demonstrations
- Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
- Completed and filed all necessary paperwork for classroom activities, including meal count sheets and attendance logs
- Encouraged students with special academic interests to fully pursue those subjects.
Education
National Board Certification - Working On National Board Certification
Fresno Unified
Fresno, CA01.2025
Master of Arts - Children's And Adolescent Literature
Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CA05.2024
Certificate - Reading And Literacy Added Authorization
Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CA09.2022
Certificate - Gate Certified Teacher
Fresno Unified
Fresno, CA05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
Fresno State
Fresno, CA01.2007
Skills
Instructional best practices
Self-motivated
Kind and empathetic educator
Adaptive Teaching
Academic Performance Evaluations
Parent-Teacher Communication
Literacy skills
Project-based learning
Classroom Management
Problem-solving skills
Literacy development
Bilingual in Spanish
Response-to-intervention understanding
Certification
CA Teaching Certificate, Elementary Education
Timeline
6th Grade Teacher
Fresno Unified
01.2007 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Merced City School
06.1990 - 06.2002
National Board Certification - Working On National Board Certification
Fresno Unified
Master of Arts - Children's And Adolescent Literature
Fresno Pacific University
Certificate - Reading And Literacy Added Authorization
Fresno Pacific University
Certificate - Gate Certified Teacher
Fresno Unified
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
Fresno State