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Meredith Case Paz

Sierra Madre,CA

Summary

Motivated and organized elementary school teacher/director with a proven track record of teaching multiple subjects from kindergarten through fifth grade. Experienced in implementing engaging and effective curriculum for diverse learning styles. Proficient in classroom management techniques that foster a positive and inclusive learning environment. Committed to student performance and improvement, consistently implementing strategies to enhance academic achievement. Skilled in presenting at staff in-service and faculty meetings, effectively communicating ideas, and collaborating with colleagues to drive educational excellence.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of K-3 Curriculum

01.2022 - Current
  • Implemented a new reading program in Grades K-2
  • Constructed standards, benchmarks, and timeline of curriculum, K-3.

Kindergarten Teacher

The Gooden School
01.2013 - Current
  • Responsible for preparing and implementing daily lesson plans using various study guides, audio, visual, and technology materials based on the California State Standards
  • Screening and interviewing kindergarten student candidates
  • Welcoming and guiding a class of new families into our school community.
  • Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
  • Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.

Director of Lower School

01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Led K-3 teachers handling student behavior and communicating with parents on these issues.

Learning Specialist, Grades K-5

01.2013 - 01.2018
  • Oversaw and directed the assessment of students in reading grades K-5, creating a differentiated reading curriculum for students working on, above, and below grade levels
  • Consult and collaborate with teachers, parents, school psychologist, and members of the Educational Leadership Team to assist students who need additional support
  • Assess students and track their progress in reading, Grades K-5, each trimester
  • Discuss and share results with classroom teachers and set goals for each student.

Kindergarten, First, and Second Grade Teacher

Bellevue Primary
01.1994 - 01.2003
  • Responsible for preparing and developing daily lesson plans based on the California State Standards
  • Mentor Teacher who was responsible assisting new teachers in implementing curriculum and classroom management
  • Member of the Enhanced Program Quality Review Team
  • Responsible for the implementation of Professional Portfolios for Bellevue Teachers
  • Presenter at the Southern California Kindergarten Conference, Burbank, CA
  • Founder of 'Random Acts of Kindness' at Bellevue Primary
  • A program that recognizes students doing kind and respectful acts for one another.

Education

CLAD (Cross-cultural Language Acquisition Development) Certification -

10.1996

California State Elementary Subject Teaching Credential -

Los Angeles District Intern Program
05.1996

Bachelor of Arts - English

University of San Francisco
12.1992

Skills

  • Creative, self-motivated individual with strong writing skills, public speaking, and organizational skills
  • Computer literate
  • Familiar with Spanish
  • Verbal and written communication
  • People Management

References

Available Upon Request

Timeline

Director of K-3 Curriculum

01.2022 - Current

Director of Lower School

01.2020 - 01.2022

Kindergarten Teacher

The Gooden School
01.2013 - Current

Learning Specialist, Grades K-5

01.2013 - 01.2018

Kindergarten, First, and Second Grade Teacher

Bellevue Primary
01.1994 - 01.2003

California State Elementary Subject Teaching Credential -

Los Angeles District Intern Program

Bachelor of Arts - English

University of San Francisco

CLAD (Cross-cultural Language Acquisition Development) Certification -

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