I am an enthusiastic teacher with strong leadership and communication skills. I feel that I easily cultivate trusting and productive relationships with students, parents, teachers and administration.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
3rd Grade, 5th Grade, ELD/Reading Intervention
SMBSD
Santa Maria, CA
08.2015 - Current
Mentored new instructors on best practices in classroom management.
Integrated technology tools to support innovative teaching approaches.
Implemented assessment strategies to evaluate student understanding effectively.
NESL: Level 1 English
AHC
Santa Maria
06.2022 - 08.2022
Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding and participation.
Implemented technology tools to enhance teaching methods and learning experiences.
Developed and implemented lesson plans that incorporated active learning strategies.
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
OUSD
Orcutt, CA
08.2014 - 06.2015
Developed engaging lesson plans to foster student learning and participation.
Implemented individualized instruction to address diverse student needs and learning styles.
First and Fifth Grade Teacher
Santa Ynez Valley Christian Academy
Santa Ynez, USA
09.2008 - 06.2014
Taught first grade for two years, fostering foundational skills in young learners.
Instructed fifth grade for four years, enhancing critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Collaborated with diverse student populations, including ESL students and those with IEPs.
Fourth Grade Teacher
Pacific Christian School
Santa Maria, USA
08.2005 - 06.2008
Collaborated with diverse student populations, including those with learning and physical disabilities and A.D.H.D.
Planned and executed an annual three-day field trip to Sacramento, managing logistics for Sutter's Fort activities.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Language
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
07-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts
Cal Poly-San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA, USA
06-2004
Skills
Classroom management
Lesson planning
Technology integration
Assessment strategies
Individualized instruction
Student engagement
Certification
LETRS Certified
Timeline
NESL: Level 1 English
AHC
06.2022 - 08.2022
3rd Grade, 5th Grade, ELD/Reading Intervention
SMBSD
08.2015 - Current
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
OUSD
08.2014 - 06.2015
First and Fifth Grade Teacher
Santa Ynez Valley Christian Academy
09.2008 - 06.2014
Fourth Grade Teacher
Pacific Christian School
08.2005 - 06.2008
Master of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Language