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Matthew Faris

Fair Oaks,CA

Summary

Dedicated educator with extensive experience in lesson planning, classroom routines, and student assessment. Strong in differentiated instruction, curriculum alignment, and building positive classroom environments. Committed to supporting learning, behavior, and academic growth.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Laurel Elementary School
Oakland, California
08.1999 - 06.2018
  • Planned engaging classroom lessons aligned with elementary curriculum at Laurel Elementary School.
  • Assessed student understanding through classroom assignments and informal checks.
  • Managed classroom behavior using clear expectations and consistent routines.
  • Communicated with parents about student progress and classroom concerns.

Teacher

Dublin Elementary Summer School
Dublin, California
06.1999 - 07.1999
  • Managed classroom behavior using clear expectations and consistent routines.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
  • Planned Laurel Elementary School lessons aligned with state standards and grade-level objectives.
  • Instructed students using reading, math, science, and social studies activities.
  • Assessed student work and adjusted instruction for individual learning needs.

Substitute Teacher

San Leandro Unified School District
San Leandro, California
10.1998 - 06.1999
  • Managed classroom routines and maintained student behavior expectations.
  • Instructed students using teacher directions and assigned materials.

Substitute Teacher

Dublin Unified School District
Dublin, California
11.1997 - 06.1999
  • Managed classroom routines and maintained student behavior expectations.
  • Instructed students using teacher directions and assigned materials.

Substitute Teacher

Pleasanton Unified School District
Pleasanton, California
10.1997 - 06.1999
  • Managed classroom routines and maintained student behavior expectations.
  • Delivered district lesson plans across Pleasanton Unified School District classrooms.

Education

Education

St. Mary's College of California
Moraga, CA
12-1998

Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies

California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt
Arcata, CA
12-1991

Skills

  • Lesson planning
  • Curriculum alignment
  • Student assessment
  • Classroom management
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Elementary education

Timeline

Teacher

Laurel Elementary School
08.1999 - 06.2018

Teacher

Dublin Elementary Summer School
06.1999 - 07.1999

Substitute Teacher

San Leandro Unified School District
10.1998 - 06.1999

Substitute Teacher

Dublin Unified School District
11.1997 - 06.1999

Substitute Teacher

Pleasanton Unified School District
10.1997 - 06.1999

Education

St. Mary's College of California

Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies

California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt
Matthew Faris