Mark Ahlberg
Fullerton,CA
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at El Dorado High School, specializing in curriculum design and effective classroom management. Expertise in integrating digital learning platforms enhances student engagement and comprehension. Recognized for training new teachers and building strong relationships with parents and stakeholders to support student success. Committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that promotes academic excellence.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Biology/Env. Science Teacher
El Dorado High School
Placentia, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Meet parents and school stakeholders; maintain discipline in the classroom; methodically provide resources for lessons; simplify lesson plans in line with curriculum objectives and assist students to prepare for examinations in a 2,300+ student high school
- Provide informative lessons to students regarding different areas of studies and ensure that all students fully comprehend all aspects
- Trained 4 new Biology teachers, as well as 3 student teachers, emphasizing the importance of classroom management and preparation
- Developed curriculum in compliance with the new NGSS standards
Biology/AP Psychology Teacher
Foothill High School
Tustin, CA
08.2016 - 05.2024
- Responsible for ensuring that all students fully comprehended the taught curriculum and provided support to students who required extra guidance
- Instructed students using Microsoft Surface Pro with Google Education Apps in a virtual/digital/hybrid Zoom environment
- Worked closely with the other teachers to ensure all avenues of the curriculum are met and delivered lessons the students
- Adopted distinctive teaching methodologies, documented all lessons, organized healthy group discussions, and mentored troubled students
Biology Teacher
Capistrano Valley High School
Mission Viejo, CA
08.2009 - 05.2016
- Assess and attend to 190+ students’ progress throughout the term and work closely with other staff to efficiently plan and coordinate work
- Provide informative lessons to students regarding different areas of studies and ensure that all students fully comprehend all aspects
- Integral in design and preparation for implementation of STEM academy
- Developed curriculum in compliance with the new Common Core standards
- Coached 3 varsity sports while being the Head Coach of the girls’ basketball program
Education
M.A. - Coaching & Athletic Admin.
Concordia University
Irvine, CA05.2013
B.S. - Psychology
Washington State University
Pullman, WA05.2004
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Curriculum Design
- Effective Classroom Management
- Digital Learning Platforms
- STEM Curriculum Development
- Digital Solutions Integration
- Digital Education Tools Expertise
- Educational Technology Integration
- Skilled in Child Engagement
- Task Organization Skills
- Strong Relationship Management
- Effective Parent Communication
Certification
SB 2042 Single Subject Teaching Credential, Biological Sciences, California State University, Fullerton, CA, 92831
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Biology/Env. Science Teacher
El Dorado High School
08.2024 - Current
Biology/AP Psychology Teacher
Foothill High School
08.2016 - 05.2024
Biology Teacher
Capistrano Valley High School
08.2009 - 05.2016
M.A. - Coaching & Athletic Admin.
Concordia University
B.S. - Psychology
Washington State University
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