Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Timeline
Generic

Sandra Gobiecki

SANTEE,CA

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Lakeside Union School District, enhancing student engagement through innovative teaching strategies and effective classroom management strategies. Skilled in assessment techniques and fostering interpersonal relationships, I have successfully improved language proficiency and critical thinking skills, ensuring a positive learning environment and individualized support for diverse learners.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

One-way Immersion Teacher

Lakeside Union School District
08.2024 - Current
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the establishment of clear expectations and consistent classroom management techniques.
  • Enrich the education of Native-English-speaking students by teaching them all of their academic subjects in a second language (Spanish).
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids, interactive activities and real-life situations into lesson plans.
  • Increased student engagement by implementing hands-on activities that supported experiential learning concepts.
  • Regularly analyzed data from assessments to identify areas for improvement and adjust curriculum accordingly, ensuring continuous growth in student achievement levels in language proficiency.
  • Developed students'' critical thinking skills by designing engaging problem-solving activities and group projects.
  • Maintained open communication with parents, providing regular updates on student progress and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Utilized various teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and ensure every student achieved success.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices and enhance instructional techniques.
  • Implemented a variety of authentic materials from target culture to enrich students'' understanding of cultural context in language acquisition process.
  • Provided targeted instruction for struggling students, offering additional resources and individualized support as needed.

Bilingual Teacher

Cajon Valley Union School District
12.2021 - 06.2024
  • Established clear objectives for each lesson, effectively communicating expectations to students and ensuring successful outcomes.
  • Provided academic and emotional support to boost student confidence and self-steem.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to create interdisciplinary lesson plans that reinforced core concepts across multiple subjects.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in bilingual education and improve teaching skills.
  • Contributed to the development of school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall academic performance among all students by sharing insights from experiences as a bilingual educator.
  • Developed strong rapport with students, resulting in a positive learning environment and increased student participation.
  • Addressed individual learning needs through differentiated instruction, leading to higher student achievement levels.
  • Enhanced cultural understanding among students by incorporating diverse texts and materials into the curriculum.
  • Improved language proficiency by incorporating engaging activities and real-world examples in lessons.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Worked with other bilingual teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.

Education

Master of Arts - Teaching

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA
05-2024

Bilingual Teaching Credential - DLE Program

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA
06-2020

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA
05-2012

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Curriculum development
  • Cultural awareness and appreciation
  • Effective communicator
  • Student motivation and engagement
  • Interpersonal relationships
  • Assessment techniques
  • Effective parent engagement
  • Active student engagement
  • Team-Based Learning
  • Social-emotional learning

Certification

  • Bilingual Teaching Credential (BCLAD)


Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

One-way Immersion Teacher

Lakeside Union School District
08.2024 - Current

Bilingual Teacher

Cajon Valley Union School District
12.2021 - 06.2024

Master of Arts - Teaching

San Diego State University

Bilingual Teaching Credential - DLE Program

San Diego State University

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies

San Diego State University
Sandra Gobiecki