Successful English Teacher with expertise in building engaging lesson plans and communicating ideas to foster student comprehension. Expert in adapting course materials to meet established standards and individual academic capabilities. Well-versed in motivating students to meet learning objectives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
AP English and 11th Grade English Teacher
El Camino High School
1320 Mission Road South San Francisco, CA
08.2016 - Current
Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
Used multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering American literature and rhetoric
Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
Certified to teach AP English Language and Composition
Drama Club advisor 2018-2023
Class office advisor 2016-2019
Participated in Grading for equity district cohort to learn about and implement best practices for creating a more equitable classroom through better grading practices.
Drama Teacher and Director
El Camino High School
1320 Mission Road South San Francisco, CA
08.2016 - 06.2023
Encouraged students to perform well and learn from failure.
Implemented effective classroom management techniques to provide a safe, calm learning environment.
Exposed students to diverse content to build perspective in drama pedagogy.
Planned lessons to reflect group and individual student needs utilizing creative instruction.
Adapted teaching strategies to remain inclusive to diverse learning styles.
Evaluated student assignments and projects with corrective comments to guide future growth.
Produced two theatrical performances each year streamlining technical elements.
7th Grade ELA Teacher
St. Cecilia School
660 Vicente Street San Francisco, CA
08.2014 - 06.2016
Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules and language skills.
Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
6th Grade Math, Science, and Literature Teacher
St. Cecilia School
660 Vicente Street San Francisco, CA
08.2012 - 06.2014
Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
5th Grade Teacher
Stratford School
Palo Alto, CA
08.2010 - 06.2012
Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
Education
Master of Arts - Urban Education And Social Justice
University of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
Bachelor of Arts - Modern Literary Studies
University of California Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA
Skills
Equitable Grading
Teacher Collaboration
Literary Analysis
Parent Communication
Student-Centered Learning
CA Teaching Certification
AP English Certification
Timeline
AP English and 11th Grade English Teacher
El Camino High School
08.2016 - Current
Drama Teacher and Director
El Camino High School
08.2016 - 06.2023
7th Grade ELA Teacher
St. Cecilia School
08.2014 - 06.2016
6th Grade Math, Science, and Literature Teacher
St. Cecilia School
08.2012 - 06.2014
5th Grade Teacher
Stratford School
08.2010 - 06.2012
Master of Arts - Urban Education And Social Justice
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