Driven and adept at overseeing classes on short and long-term basis to cover for medical or personal absences. Passionate educator with in-depth approach to learning. Successfully leverages wide range of instructional approaches.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Parnassus Preparatory Academy
03.2023 - 06.2023
Enhanced classroom management, implementing positive reinforcement techniques to foster a supportive learning environment.
Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter.
Assessed student progress regularly, providing individualized feedback and support for continuous improvement.
Mentored struggling students one-on-one, resulting in significant improvements in their academic performance.
Maintained open communication with parents and guardians, discussing students'' progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
Took over first-grade class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
Tutor
JEI Learning
08.2020 - 07.2021
Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
Used personalized learning plans to guide students to deeper understanding of course material and learning styles.
Taught students in-person and remotely using online video chat platform and other delivery channels.
Tutor
Claremont Tutors
06.2020 - 08.2020
Leads and facilitates an online classroom setting with self-instructed lessons
Teaches and manages an online class with children of all ages
Guides the class with patience and clear instruction while engaging in student conversation.
Children’s Ministry Intern
Journey South Bay
09.2019 - 03.2020
Coordinates events with program director
Leads children in movements during worship
Ensures a safe/welcoming environment for children to learn and play
Files and organizes paperwork and flyers for events as well as child/parent information forms
Leads group of children with other volunteer leaders through art, yoga, and theatre camp starting this past summer.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
Biola University
La Mirada, CA
12.2022
Master of Arts - Teaching
Biola University
La Mirada, CA
12.2024
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies
El Camino College
Torrance, CA
06.2020
Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Time Management
Differentiated Instruction
Understanding Diversity
Organizational Skills
Student Engagement
Self-Motivation
Classroom Management
Language Competencies
English, native language
Spanish, beginner (speaking, reading, writing)
Awards
Dean’s List, El Camino College, Fall Semester 2018, Spring Semester 2019, and Fall Semester 2019, Completed 12 or more letter-graded units during the semester with a 3.7 GPA. Worked closely with professors, peers, and academic advisors to complete assigned tasks and activities.
ECC Future Teachers Club Award, El Camino College, December 2019, Recognized for outstanding attendance.
Volunteer Experience
Journey South Bay – Church Facility, Redondo Beach, CA, Volunteer youth ministry leader and children’s ministry leader, 06/2016, PRESENT, Helps to lead topic and Christ based discussions, helps to coordinate/facilitate camps and events with other team leaders while cultivating a Christ centered community.
ShareFest- Nonprofit Organization, Once a year volunteer laborer, 05/2012, PRESENT, Beautifies schools by cleaning debris/trash, gardening, painting old walls and cement murals, wiping down classrooms, and other related tasks.
ECC Future Teachers Club- TEACH El Camino Program, Staff support, 09/2019, 03/2020, Helped to set up and facilitate fundraising and club events, greeter for attendees and professionals, as well as promoting club activities by posting to social media/creating flyers.
Clinical Laboratory Scientist-Transfusion Medicine at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical CenterClinical Laboratory Scientist-Transfusion Medicine at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center