PAOLA GONZALEZ GAMEZ
Aspiring Educational Leader
Simi Valley ,CA
Summary
Compassionate, creative, and proficient Teacher with a proven track record in classroom administration, professional development, and project planning, aspiring to transition into the role of Assistant Principal at the secondary level. Possessing valuable experience and expertise in fostering a student-centered learning environment, facilitating academic growth, and providing motivational support. Capable of functioning autonomously or collaboratively within a teaching team. Proficient in utilizing a variety of classroom and online technologies to enhance educational outcomes. Dedicated to envisioning and cultivating a safe, inclusive, and excellent school culture that promotes student well-being and academic success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
AP Spanish Teacher
Simi Valley Unified School District
08.2023 - Current
- Developed and wrote curricula in both Spanish and English, often sharing curriculum with other teachers.
- Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
Spanish Teacher
CCSD
08.2018 - 05.2023
- Planning, preparing, and delivering instructional activities that create an environment where children are actively engaged in the learning experience
- Maintaining updated records of students' progress
- Participating in meetings with parents
- Fostering a classroom environment conducive to learning and promoting excellent student/teacher interactions
World Language Department Chair
CCSD
05.2020 - 05.2022
- Responsible for leading the Foreign Language Department and facilitating meetings
- Leader and guider of the Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) in our department
- Communicating with the department’s members and advocating their requests and needs to the administration
- Organizer of the annual department’s Title I Family Engagement Event
Mentor Teacher
CCSD
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Provide guidance, ideas, feedback, and support to mentee based on his/her unique developmental needs
- Share information on “unwritten rules for success” within environment/ organization
- Act as sounding board for ideas/concerns about school/career choices; provide insights into possible opportunities
Education
Master of Education - Educational Policy And Leadership
University of Nevada - Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV 08.2021 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Education- Secondary Education - Social Science
University of Nevada - Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV 08.2009 - 05.2018
High School Diploma -
Mojave High School
North Las Vegas, NV 08.2005 - 05.2009
Skills
Teambuilding
Certification
World Language - Spanish
Timeline
AP Spanish Teacher
Simi Valley Unified School District
08.2023 - Current
Master of Education - Educational Policy And Leadership
University of Nevada - Las Vegas
08.2021 - 05.2023
Mentor Teacher
CCSD
08.2020 - 05.2023
World Language Department Chair
CCSD
05.2020 - 05.2022
Spanish Teacher
CCSD
08.2018 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Education- Secondary Education - Social Science
University of Nevada - Las Vegas
08.2009 - 05.2018
High School Diploma -
Mojave High School
08.2005 - 05.2009
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