Mona Burnside
El Cajon,CA
Summary
Motivated Elementary School Teacher with experience guiding students with proven teaching methods and positive interactions. Enthusiastic about helping students understand subject materials and educating on social and general learning skills. Kind and caring attitude when communicating with children.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
King Chavez Neighborhood of Schools
San Diego, CA
03.2010 - 08.2020
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
Elementary School Teacher
Lakeside Union School District
San Diego
08.2001 - 09.2009
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
- Assessed students' progress through formal and informal tests, quizzes, assignments, and observations.
- Attended faculty meetings and other school functions.
- Provided guidance for students in developing problem-solving skills.
- Created safe, nurturing environment of trust and respect.
- Improved delivery of instruction by analyzing and distilling test data to identify opportunities for intervention and enrichment.
- Taught accelerated literary programs to elementary school students by guiding heterogeneous small group instruction.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Education
Master of Arts - Cross-Cultural Teaching
National University
San Diego, CA06-2001
Skills
- Standardized tests
- Multimedia instruction
- Field Trip Organization
- Elementary Education
- Safety awareness
- Play-Based Learning
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
King Chavez Neighborhood of Schools
03.2010 - 08.2020
Elementary School Teacher
Lakeside Union School District
08.2001 - 09.2009
Master of Arts - Cross-Cultural Teaching
National University