Sean Poremba
Berkeley,CA
Summary
Experienced with curriculum development, classroom management, and educational assessment techniques. Utilizes innovative teaching methods to enhance student learning and engagement. Strong understanding of team collaboration and effective communication within educational settings.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Specialist
Berkeley Unified School District
08.2022 - Current
- Enhanced student learning by developing and implementing individualized education plans tailored to each student''s needs.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, fostering a supportive community for academic success.
- Utilized technology effectively to enhance instruction methods and provide engaging learning experiences.
- Assisted general education teachers in modifying curriculum and instructional techniques for inclusive classrooms.
- Developed data-driven intervention strategies using assessment results to inform instructional decisions.
Vice Principal
LPS Richmond
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Served as an approachable liaison between administration, faculty, parents, and students to ensure effective communication and cooperation within the school community.
- Met with parents to discuss student performance and behavioral issues.
- Monitored academic progress of all students through regular review of assessment data to identify trends and potential areas of growth or concern.
- Led meetings to convey policy changes, gather information, and assess employee thoughts.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Oversaw scheduling, orientation, and other support areas.
Education Specialist/Academic Support Coordinator
LPS Richmond
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Assessed individual student needs to create lesson plans addressing academic strengths and interests of students, while fostering development, and growth.
- Provided individualized support for students with special needs, adapting instructional approaches to meet their unique learning requirements.
- Implemented data-driven instruction by regularly assessing student progress and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
District TSA
Berkeley Unified School District
08.2015 - 06.2019
6th Grade Math Teacher
Longfellow Middle School
08.2012 - 06.2015
7th Grade Education Specialist
Longfellow
08.2010 - 06.2012
Full Inclusion Teacher
Longfellow
08.2009 - 06.2010
SDC Teacher
Longfellow
08.2005 - 06.2009
CESDC Teacher
Skyline High School
08.2003 - 06.2005
SBDT Teacher
Skyline High School
08.2001 - 06.2003
SBDT Teacher
Westlake Middle School
02.1997 - 06.2001
IA, Crisis Counselor, MHC, and NPS Teacher
Fred Finch Youth Center
07.1991 - 01.1997
Substitute Teacher
K-12 Pittsburg Unified School District
12.1989 - 06.1991
Deck Division Officer
US Navy
07.1986 - 07.1989
Education
Tier I Administrative Services Credential -
Reach Institute
Oakland, California01.2017
MA - Special Education, Education Specialist Level II Credential
CSU Sacramento
Sacramento, California01.2003
Clear Multiple Subjects Credential - undefined
JFK University
Orinda, CA01.1996
BA - Economics
Virginia Military Institute
Lexington, VA01.1986
Skills
- Designed and implemented PD for counselors, teachers, and paraprofessionals in NPS and public school settings
- As Special Education Department Chair for six years at Longfellow, helped balance classes, scheduled IA support, and gave input and support to IAs Mentored, trained, and supported novice Special Education teachers
- Led a multidisciplinary team (MFT, MHC, and IA) while working with diverse students as an SBDT, CEC, SDC, FI, RSP, and sixth-grade teacher in an urban setting
- Provided ongoing observation, feedback, and instructional and classroom management coaching support for one year to a new sixth-grade math teacher
- As a district TSA, coordinated SBA and ELPAC, provided training and training support for test administration, was a highly responsive problem solver, assisted multiple sites in using IBAs as a formative tool, provided training and support for teachers in Star Reading and Star Math, gathered and analyzed data to support multiple school sites
- Instrumental in providing data to support BTA’s successful WASC review
- Supported Tier II students who struggled academically and behaviorally at LPS Richmond
- Coached a twelfth grade Government/Economics teacher at LPS Richmond
- Mentored/Teamed with an Instructional Assistant, Student Ally, and Behavioral Aide at LPS Richmond
Timeline
Education Specialist
Berkeley Unified School District
08.2022 - Current
Vice Principal
LPS Richmond
07.2021 - 06.2022
Education Specialist/Academic Support Coordinator
LPS Richmond
08.2019 - 06.2021
District TSA
Berkeley Unified School District
08.2015 - 06.2019
6th Grade Math Teacher
Longfellow Middle School
08.2012 - 06.2015
7th Grade Education Specialist
Longfellow
08.2010 - 06.2012
Full Inclusion Teacher
Longfellow
08.2009 - 06.2010
SDC Teacher
Longfellow
08.2005 - 06.2009
CESDC Teacher
Skyline High School
08.2003 - 06.2005
SBDT Teacher
Skyline High School
08.2001 - 06.2003
SBDT Teacher
Westlake Middle School
02.1997 - 06.2001
IA, Crisis Counselor, MHC, and NPS Teacher
Fred Finch Youth Center
07.1991 - 01.1997
Substitute Teacher
K-12 Pittsburg Unified School District
12.1989 - 06.1991
Deck Division Officer
US Navy
07.1986 - 07.1989
MA - Special Education, Education Specialist Level II Credential
CSU Sacramento
Clear Multiple Subjects Credential - undefined
JFK University
BA - Economics
Virginia Military Institute
Tier I Administrative Services Credential -
Reach Institute
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