Randy Drake
Scotts Valley,CA
Summary
A caring and compassionate educator with 30 years of classroom experience, I bring a growth mindset, community perspective, and genuine passion for meaningful human connection to everything I do.
Having taught within a richly diverse school community, I have built lasting relationships across a wide range of backgrounds and developed a deep appreciation for inclusivity and open-minded collaboration.
I am highly motivated to now direct my energy toward positively impacting the lives of seniors, adults with disabilities, and individuals facing behavioral and mental health challenges; bringing strong active listening skills, patience and a genuine commitment to person-centered care.
Environmentally and socially conscious, I am community-focused by nature and approach every relationship with compassion, caring and a calming presence.
Outside of work, I maintain a balanced and healthy lifestyle through yoga, meditation, weight training, cooking, nature walks, reading and journaling; practices that strengthen my mind-body connection and keep me grounded, adaptable, and ready to serve.
My two closest relationships besides with my son, 23 and my daughter, 19 are with my Mom ( Kindergarten Teacher, 83) and my Uncle (History Teacher, 79) I retired from Teaching in 2023 to help take care of my Dad who had suffered his 2nd stroke and was dealing with dementia.
Overview
1
1
Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Driver
The Santa Cruz Experience
Scotts Valley, Ca
02.2024 - Current
- Ensured safety and comfort of passengers during all transportation services.
- Provided excellent customer service and responded to passenger inquiries promptly.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and performed routine inspections regularly.
- Managed vehicle documentation and reported maintenance needs effectively.
Middle School Physical Education Teacher
Price Middle Schol
San Jose
08.2000 - 2023
- Designed inclusive lesson plans that catered to diverse learning styles in physical education classes.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback on performance.
- Partnered with colleagues to refine and innovate curriculum and teaching strategies for improved student engagement.
- Implemented safety protocols during physical activities and events.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student participation and development.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations concerning health and safety standards.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques when recognizing student achievements.
- Coordinated field trips and events with colleagues to enrich students' physical education experiences.
- Integrated technology into the physical education curriculum.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
National University
San Jose, CA06-2004
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education/ Physical Education
Western Oregon University
Monmouth, OR06-1993
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Event coordination
- Problem solving
- Positive reinforcement
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Small group leadership
- Activity organization
- Program development
- Excellent organizational skills
- Interpersonal communication
Certification
- California Teacher Credential September 2024 to October 2029
References
- Matt Vollers; Owner The Santa Cruz Experience (831) 252-0543
- James Kimure: Vice-Principal Price Middle School 619)-208-2206
- Denee Signorelli: Principal Price Middle School (408)-499-0325
Affiliations
- Yoga, Weight Training, Nature Walks, Meditation, Journaling, Cooking, Mind-Body Connection
Accomplishments
- Teacher of the Year 2000 Pacific Heights MS (newspaper article upon request)
Timeline
Professional Driver
The Santa Cruz Experience
02.2024 - Current
Middle School Physical Education Teacher
Price Middle Schol
08.2000 - 2023
Master of Arts - Education
National University
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education/ Physical Education
Western Oregon University