Paula Cherveny
Red Bluff,CA
Summary
Dedicated to furthering education and becoming a credentialed K-8 teacher while actively serving the community and inspiring my children.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Sacred Heart Parish School
Red Bluff, CA
08.2018 - Current
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, Spanish, and history.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
- Integrated educational software programs into daily lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Supervised after school activities such as clubs or sports teams.
- Supported English Language Learners by providing additional resources tailored towards their specific needs.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Prepared and graded subject tests for students.
- Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
Elected Board Member
Red Bluff Union Elementary School District
Red Bluff, CA
01.2014 - Current
- Help develop and monitor School District's vision, direction and policies for the improvement of Red Bluff Elementary student learning
- Supervise and evaluate current Superintendent
- Attend Monthly or Bi-monthly Board Meetings
Bilingual Educational Assistant
Red Bluff High School
Red Bluff, CA
08.2014 - 05.2016
- Assist EL Students and teachers with translation in class
- Help students with curriculum assimilation
- School- home connection for Spanish speaking families
- Provided translation services between English and Spanish for students, parents, teachers and school administrators.
- Assisted in the implementation of lesson plans to ensure language objectives were met.
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with bilingual students on a regular basis.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to develop strategies for teaching English as a second language.
- Attended IEP meetings to discuss individual student needs related to language acquisition.
- Adapted instruction methods based on individual student needs, interests, abilities, and learning styles.
- Supported English Language Learners during their transition into mainstream classrooms.
- Participated in professional development seminars regarding current trends in bilingual education practices.
ECE/ MSP Para professional
Migrant Education Program
Oroville, Region 2
02.2006 - 07.2015
- Assisted Migrant Education Preschool students in Tehama County to achieve Kindergarten readiness
- Linked migrant families to local support services
- Supervised activities for summer program participants ranging from ages 3 to 21
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Diocesan Catechist
Sacred Heart Parish
Red Bluff, CA
01.2007 - 01.2015
- First Communion CFF for 1st grade and 2nd grade
- Sponsored 2 candidates for RCIA
- Bilingual Youth Ministry 2006-2008
Bilingual Community Liaison
Even Start Program
Red Bluff, CA
09.2005 - 01.2006
- Teach at home students 0-7 and ESL to their mothers
- Help with weekly meetings for parents and children
- Connect Families with Community Resources
Bilingual Preschool Teacher
Instituto Educativo OLINCA
México, D.F.
08.1999 - 07.2001
- Teach preschool age children full time in English
- Collaborate with Spanish Teacher
- Asses and meet regularly with parents
Education
Summer units pending
Shasta Community College
California10.2024
ECE Units through CALNET
College of the Siskiyous/ UOP
California06.2006
Partial Certificate of Studies - English Lit.
Universidad Autόnoma de México
México, D.F.06.2001
Skills
- Classroom Instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
- Group Instruction
- Small Group Instruction
- Effective listening
- Public Speaking
- Simultaneous interpretation
- Language proficiency
- Critical Thinking
- Speech Clarity
- Fluent Spanish Communication
- Dual Language Proficiency in reading and writing
References
- Lois Stillwell, Credentialed teacher, Sacred Heart Parish School, Red Bluff,California
- Bill Koppes, President of NVCA, Redding, California
- Rosa Ramirez, District Bilingual Assistant, Red Bluff Union Elementary School District
Timeline
Teacher
Sacred Heart Parish School
08.2018 - Current
Bilingual Educational Assistant
Red Bluff High School
08.2014 - 05.2016
Elected Board Member
Red Bluff Union Elementary School District
01.2014 - Current
Diocesan Catechist
Sacred Heart Parish
01.2007 - 01.2015
ECE/ MSP Para professional
Migrant Education Program
02.2006 - 07.2015
Bilingual Community Liaison
Even Start Program
09.2005 - 01.2006
Bilingual Preschool Teacher
Instituto Educativo OLINCA
08.1999 - 07.2001
Summer units pending
Shasta Community College
ECE Units through CALNET
College of the Siskiyous/ UOP
Partial Certificate of Studies - English Lit.
Universidad Autόnoma de México