Oscar Mendez
MODESTO,CA
Summary
Passionate Teacher provides students with exceptional learning opportunities and support of educational endeavors. Skilled implementer of diverse instruction methods for cultivating fruitful learning environment for all. Positively motivates students with individual guidance and empathetic mentorship.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Spanish Teacher
Oakland Unified School District
07.2022 - Current
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing creative teaching methods and incorporating visual aids.
- Enhanced cultural awareness in students by incorporating Spanish customs, traditions, and history into lessons.
- Elevated student proficiency levels by implementing individualized learning strategies tailored to each learner''s strengths and weaknesses.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication between students and addressing any conflicts or concerns promptly.
Spanish Teacher
Tracy Unified School District
07.2016 - 06.2022
- Coached Academic Decathlon students, won the title of County Champions and gold medals in the areas of Speech, Social Science, and writing at the State level.
- Shaped a vision of academic success for all students
- Taught all levels of Spanish to grades 9-12
- Created my own curricula, pacing calendars, and course syllabi
High School Principal
Compton Unified School District
07.2015 - 06.2016
- Improved school''s overall performance by implementing innovative educational programs and curricula.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular professional development workshops and training sessions.
- Increased parental involvement by organizing informative events and fostering open lines of communication.
- Fostered a positive school culture by promoting collaboration among faculty, staff, students, and parents.
- Streamlined administrative processes for increased efficiency in daily operations.
- Led the successful accreditation process, ensuring high-quality education standards were maintained.
- Managed budget allocations effectively to support instructional resources, technology upgrades, and facility improvements.
- Collaborated with district leaders to align curriculum goals and strategies across all schools.
Middle School Principal
Fortuna Union School District
07.2013 - 06.2015
- Provided professional development opportunities for staff members, promoting continuous growth and learning.
- Built strong relationships with community partners to provide additional resources and opportunities for students.
- Established a safe and secure campus environment by implementing effective safety procedures and protocols.
- Developed comprehensive extracurricular programs that encouraged student engagement outside of the classroom setting.
Assistant High School Principal
Tehachapi Unified School District
07.2010 - 06.2013
- Assisted in the development of curriculum maps, ensuring alignment with state standards and fostering consistent instruction across grade levels.
- Oversaw the implementation of school-wide assessment systems, enabling data-driven decision-making for instructional improvement.
- Managed daily operations including staff supervision, budgetary oversight, and facility maintenance to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Coordinated professional development opportunities for faculty to enhance teaching practices and promote continuous learning.
- Supervised special education services, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while meeting individual needs of diverse learners.
High School Spanish Teacher
South Monterey County High School District
07.2001 - 06.2010
- Provided personalized feedback to students, fostering improvement in their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects that reinforced Spanish language skills across multiple subject areas.
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional methods accordingly.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Served on school committees focused on diversity initiatives, contributing insights from the perspective of a world language educator.
- Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.
- Reported progress of students and results of testing to school board and principal.
Education
Doctor of Education - Teacher Leadership
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN07.2010
Cross-cultural, Language, And Academic Development - CLAD
Phoenix University
Phoenix, AZ06.2006
Master of Science - School Administration
National University
La Jolla, CA05.2005
Clear Single Subject Credential - Spanish Teacher Education
National University
La Jolla, CA06.2003
Single Subject Credential - Spanish Language And Literature
Chapman University
Monterey, CA06.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
California State University Monterey Bay
Monterey, CA05.2001
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Group and individual instruction
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Instruction
- Cultural Awareness
- Student Engagement
- Individualized Learning Plans
- Student Motivation
- Curriculum Development
- Native Spanish fluency
- Language assessment proficiency
- Relationship Building
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Spanish Teacher
Oakland Unified School District
07.2022 - Current
Spanish Teacher
Tracy Unified School District
07.2016 - 06.2022
High School Principal
Compton Unified School District
07.2015 - 06.2016
Middle School Principal
Fortuna Union School District
07.2013 - 06.2015
Assistant High School Principal
Tehachapi Unified School District
07.2010 - 06.2013
High School Spanish Teacher
South Monterey County High School District
07.2001 - 06.2010
Doctor of Education - Teacher Leadership
Walden University
Cross-cultural, Language, And Academic Development - CLAD
Phoenix University
Master of Science - School Administration
National University
Clear Single Subject Credential - Spanish Teacher Education
National University
Single Subject Credential - Spanish Language And Literature
Chapman University
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
California State University Monterey Bay
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