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SHARON POSTON

La Quinta,CA

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record in fostering student success and engagement across diverse learning environments, including Torres Martinez Tribal Tanf. Expert in curriculum development and classroom management, blending multimedia integration and personalized tutoring to enhance educational outcomes. Excelled in creating supportive learning atmospheres, significantly improving student assessments and engagement. Teacher with strong commitment to student growth, development and academic success.

Overview

54
54
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

GED Instructor

Torres Martinez Tribal Tanf
10.2012 - Current
  • Facilitated traditional, online and hands-on training for students to promote effective, tailored learning.
  • Provided individual mentoring and special tutoring to struggling students.
  • Prepared students for tests by teaching relevant concepts and enforcing good test-taking skills.
  • Conducted skills assessments to uncover performance gaps.
  • Employed variety of assessment tools and strategies to improve instruction methods.

Teacher

Desert Sands Unified School District
08.2008 - 06.2012
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.

Teacher

Modesto City Schools
08.1972 - 06.2004
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.

Teacher

Livingston Unified School District
09.1970 - 06.1972
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.

Education

Teaching Credential - Education Specialist Credential

California State University San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA
06.2010

Standard Secondary Teaching Credential - Social Science Teacher Education

California State University - Fresno
Fresno, CA
06.1969

Bachelor of Arts - History

California State University - Fresno
Fresno, CA
06.1967

High School Diploma -

Elk Grove High School
Elk Grove, CA
06.1963

Skills

  • Multimedia integration
  • Classroom Management
  • Course design
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Tutoring
  • Student assessments
  • Curriculum Development
  • Student Records Management
  • Special Needs Support
  • Organizational Skills

Certification

Autism Authorization from Brandman University

Timeline

GED Instructor

Torres Martinez Tribal Tanf
10.2012 - Current

Teacher

Desert Sands Unified School District
08.2008 - 06.2012

Teacher

Modesto City Schools
08.1972 - 06.2004

Teacher

Livingston Unified School District
09.1970 - 06.1972

Teaching Credential - Education Specialist Credential

California State University San Bernardino

Standard Secondary Teaching Credential - Social Science Teacher Education

California State University - Fresno

Bachelor of Arts - History

California State University - Fresno

High School Diploma -

Elk Grove High School

Autism Authorization from Brandman University

SHARON POSTON