Matthew Yuen
Federal Way,WA
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Sacajawea Middle School, excelling in curriculum development and fostering critical thinking. Expert in project-based learning and inclusive education, I have successfully designed engaging lessons that elevate student performance and promote a collaborative classroom environment. Committed to empowering students through tailored instruction and support.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Coach - Football/Wrestling/Soccer/Baseball
Sacajawea Middle School
Federal Way, WA
04.2021 - Current
- Implemented team practice, meeting and game schedules and communicated important information to players, staff and families.
- Observed practices and games in order to evaluate player performance levels and provide feedback.
- Designed and implemented comprehensive training programs tailored to team's strengths and weaknesses.
- Instructed players on proper techniques, strategies, rules and regulations of the sport.
- Monitored student athlete academic performance through grade checking and boosted results with study hall and techniques.
Teacher - Social Studies/ELL
Sacajawea Middle School
Federal Way, WA
08.2020 - Current
- Accumulated extensive experience over five years in ELL and four years in Social Studies.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
Evergreen State College
Olympia, WA06-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies/English Language Learner Education
Evergreen State College
Olympia, WA06-2018
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Project-based learning
- Formative assessments and Standard-based grading
- Group and individual instruction
- Inclusive education
- Critical thinking
Accomplishments
- Federal Way Public Schools Honoree recipient for leading content area professional development for fellow teachers.
Certification
- WA State Teaching Credential.
- Qualified to teach secondary Social Studies and English Language Learners.
Affiliations
- Avid Reader
- World Traveler
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Coach - Football/Wrestling/Soccer/Baseball
Sacajawea Middle School
04.2021 - Current
Teacher - Social Studies/ELL
Sacajawea Middle School
08.2020 - Current
Master of Arts - Teaching
Evergreen State College
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies/English Language Learner Education
Evergreen State College
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