Monica Naka
HNL,HI
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher Candidate
August Ahrens Elementary School
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Enhanced student understanding through hands-on math manipulatives and real-world tasks.
- Developed number sense and computational fluency in students through targeted assistance.
- Tailored instruction by collaborating with a mentor based on student learning needs.
- Analyzed student thinking to inform effective instructional strategies and decisions.
Student Educator/Classroom Assistant
Lee Elementary
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Enhanced classroom environment by assisting lead teacher with management techniques.
- Supported small group instruction, fostering individualized learning and student engagement.
- Reflected on teaching practices, identifying effective learning strategies and student involvement.
- Participated in 30-hour placement, gaining hands-on experience in educational settings.
Student Instructor
Dalton Elementary
- 01.2024
- Enhanced student engagement through inquiry-based science lessons and hands-on activities.
- Fostered critical thinking skills by implementing open-ended questions during experiments.
- Tailored instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs and improve participation.
- Supported classroom management and provided targeted assistance in small group settings.
- Analyzed teaching techniques and student engagement for continuous improvement in methods.
TAP (Teacher Assistant Program) Mentor
Lee Elementary
- 01.2023
- Supported culturally diverse students through academic service-learning in K-12 classrooms.
- Facilitated college pathway discussions through the Teacher Assistant Program initiative.
- Addressed equity issues in education, focusing on race, gender, and culture.
- Fostered inclusive learning environments, establishing strong mentor-student relationships.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies, English
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA05.2025
Skills
- Classroom organization
- Parent-teacher communication
- Collaborative teaching
- Fluent in English and Japanese
Timeline
Student Teacher Candidate
August Ahrens Elementary School
08.2025 - 12.2025
Student Educator/Classroom Assistant
Lee Elementary
01.2025 - 05.2025
TAP (Teacher Assistant Program) Mentor
Lee Elementary
- 01.2023
Student Instructor
Dalton Elementary
- 01.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies, English
Azusa Pacific University