Manuel Valdez
Thousand Oaks,California
Summary
Driven educator with a proven track record at Conejo Valley Unified School District, enhancing student engagement and academic success through tailored assessment strategies and positive reinforcement. Expert in adapting to diverse learning needs, demonstrated by mentoring new teachers and fostering inclusive environments. Skilled in subject matter expertise and cultural sensitivity, achieving significant improvements in student comprehension and performance.
Overview
51
51
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Long Term Substitute
Sequoia Middle School
01.2024 - Current
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe and respectful atmosphere for all students.
- Improved student comprehension by tailoring teaching methods to individual learning styles.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Assisted struggling students through one-on-one sessions, leading to increased academic success.
- Adapted lesson plans to accommodate diverse learners, including those with special needs or language barriers.
Assistant Wrestling Coach
Thousand Oaks High School
09.1973 - Current
- Implemented preseason conditioning programs focused on strength building, flexibility improvement, and injury prevention techniques.
- Provided mentorship to student-athletes regarding academic success, time management, and personal growth.
- Created positive relationships with fellow coaches and competitors, fostering a collaborative environment within the wrestling community.
- Enhanced athlete performance by developing individualized training plans and monitoring progress.
Math Teacher
Conejo Valley Unified School District
09.1973 - 06.2011
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests, and assignments.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Adapted teaching style to accommodate diverse learning needs, resulting in improved academic performance for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting a deeper understanding of mathematical connections across subjects.
- Developed effective assessment strategies for measuring student progress in alignment with instructional goals.
- Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
- Served as a mentor teacher for new educators, providing guidance and support to help them navigate their first years in the profession successfully.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History And Math
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA06.1972
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Positive Reinforcement
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Subject matter expertise
- Assessment Strategies
Accomplishments
Conejo Valley Unified School District Teacher of the Year
Inducted into Ventura County Teacher Hall of Fame
Founder of Latino Connection Club at Thousand Oaks High
Volunteer and Board Member of Westminster Free Clinic
Certification
California Standard Life time teaching credential
Timeline
Long Term Substitute
Sequoia Middle School
01.2024 - Current
Assistant Wrestling Coach
Thousand Oaks High School
09.1973 - Current
Math Teacher
Conejo Valley Unified School District
09.1973 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Arts - History And Math
University of California, Santa Barbara
California Standard Life time teaching credential
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