SHARON FALCÓN
Educator
Antioch,USA
Summary
Professional educator with deep knowledge and passion for humanities. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and student engagement. Strong focus on collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing educational needs. Able to build positive relationships and foster supportive learning environment.
Compassionate, creative and effective teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
1st Grade Humanities Teacher
Rocketship Delta Prep
07.2024 - Current
- Inspired a love of learning in students by sharing personal passion for humanities subjects and creating engaging lessons that sparked curiosity.
- Attended professional development workshops and conferences to stay current on best practices in humanities education, incorporating new ideas into classroom instruction.
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents, fostering a positive learning environment in the classroom.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents through regular meetings and written correspondence, keeping them informed about their child''s academic progress and addressing any concerns that arose.
- Implemented assessment tools to track student progress and inform instruction for continuous improvement.
- Managed classroom efficiently by establishing clear expectations and routines while maintaining a safe, respectful learning environment for all students.
5th Grade Humanities Teacher
Rocketship Delta Prep
07.2023 - Current
- Dedicated 5th Grade Humanities Teacher passionate about fostering a love of learning
- Skilled in creating engaging lesson plans, meeting with each family to build support for students, and demonstrating flexibility in teaching approaches
- Committed to promoting critical thinking and cultural awareness in a positive and collaborative classroom environment
Advisor of Black Student Union (BSU)
Visitación Valley Middle School
08.2021 - 06.2023
- As the Head Advisor for the Black Student Union (BSU), I coordinated full-school events involving students, staff, and families, fostering a sense of community
- Additionally, I actively engaged with each student through regular meetings, ensuring their needs and concerns were addressed with the administration and staff
Middle School English Teacher
Visitación Valley Middle School
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Middle School English Educator committed to promoting black empowerment, intersectionality, and advocating for a broader global perspective
- Proficient in crafting a curriculum that incorporates diverse viewpoints, encouraging critical thinking and cultural understanding
- Devoted to cultivating a classroom atmosphere that empowers students to delve into literature, language, and their identities, emphasizing social justice and a global outlook
Assistant Teacher
Mission YMCA Preschool
07.2017 - 08.2021
- As an assistant teacher, I played a vital role in supporting students by facilitating the development of computer skills and social-emotional learning (SEL) competencies and participating in curriculum building
- I actively engaged students in hands-on projects, fostering a dynamic learning environment
- Additionally, I maintained open communication with families, ensuring a collaborative approach to student success and holistic development
Education
TEFL Certification -
International TEFL Academy
11.2021
Credential Program in Secondary Ed -
San Francisco State University
05.2021
Bachelor's in English Education - Linguistics
San Francisco State University
05.2019
A.A.S - English Literature
City College of San Francisco
05.2016
Skills
- Student engagement
- Analytical thinking
- Problem-solving skills
- Social-emotional learning
- Organizational growth
- Oral communication
- Time management
- Cultural awareness
- Parent-teacher communication
- Team collaboration
- Project-based learning
- Skills development
- Reading comprehension
- Grammar Instruction
- Behavior modeling
- Presentations and public speaking
- Instructional technology
- Instructional support
- Lesson plan implementation
Applications
- Microsoft Office
- Canvas
- Google Workspace
- Microsoft Teams
- Google Drive
Certification
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
1st Grade Humanities Teacher
Rocketship Delta Prep
07.2024 - Current
5th Grade Humanities Teacher
Rocketship Delta Prep
07.2023 - Current
Advisor of Black Student Union (BSU)
Visitación Valley Middle School
08.2021 - 06.2023
Middle School English Teacher
Visitación Valley Middle School
08.2021 - 06.2023
Assistant Teacher
Mission YMCA Preschool
07.2017 - 08.2021
Credential Program in Secondary Ed -
San Francisco State University
Bachelor's in English Education - Linguistics
San Francisco State University
A.A.S - English Literature
City College of San Francisco
TEFL Certification -
International TEFL Academy
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