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Robert Tilburg

La Jolla,CA

Summary

Distinguished educator with a proven track record at Sweetwater Union High School District, excelling in lesson planning and fostering student engagement. Leveraged technology integration and collaborative teaching to enhance learning outcomes. Notably increased academic achievement through innovative teaching strategies and effective classroom management.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

High School Teacher - AP Macro/Micro Economics

Sweetwater Union High School District
07.2023 - Current
  • Established a positive classroom environment by setting clear expectations and fostering open communication between students and teachers.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching abilities further.
  • Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organized classroom structure to help students succeed in program.
  • Collaborated with AP Economics teachers across the district to develop curriculum aligned with AP College Board learning targets.

High School Social Science Teacher

Sweetwater Union High School District
07.2020 - Current
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to target specific areas of need for each student, resulting in increased academic achievement across the board.
  • Assessed student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments, adjusting instruction as needed.
  • Enhanced critical thinking skills by guiding students through the analysis of primary and secondary sources in historical research projects.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and improve instructional methods.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing best practices for lesson planning and classroom management techniques.

Middle School Science Teacher

Sweetwater Union High School District
01.2014 - 07.2020
  • Established clear classroom expectations and maintained consistent discipline to promote an orderly and focused learning atmosphere.
  • Boosted student participation through the implementation of interactive group activities and peer collaboration exercises.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating hands-on experiments and demonstrations into lesson plans.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Support English Language Learners by differentiating instruction to meet student needs.


Education

Bachelor of Arts - History

San Diego State University
San Diego

Single Subject Credential - Social Science

California Commission Teaching Credential
California

Master of Arts - Education Teaching Social Science

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
06-2018

Skills

  • Lesson Planning
  • Teaching strategies
  • Classroom Management
  • Student Engagement
  • Collaborative Teaching
  • Technology Integration

Timeline

High School Teacher - AP Macro/Micro Economics

Sweetwater Union High School District
07.2023 - Current

High School Social Science Teacher

Sweetwater Union High School District
07.2020 - Current

Middle School Science Teacher

Sweetwater Union High School District
01.2014 - 07.2020

Bachelor of Arts - History

San Diego State University

Single Subject Credential - Social Science

California Commission Teaching Credential

Master of Arts - Education Teaching Social Science

Western Governors University
Robert Tilburg