Shea Montoya
Rancho Cucamonga,CA
Summary
Patient Math Teacher committed to engaging students and enhancing learning by applying different instructional techniques and activity plans to deliver important knowledge. Polished in creating lessons plans, evaluating assignments and teaching complicated concepts clearly. Motivational and encouraging professional certified in single-subject Mathematics.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Math Tutor
Legacy Christian School
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Tutored 15 homeschool students per week in group sessions using detailed lesson plans.
- Used positive reinforcement, repetition, and review to help students master challenging material.
- Explained math concepts in caring and encouraging environment to help kids thrive and learn.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Set the pace for the curriculum for the year.
- Fostered and maintained strong and trusting rapport with students to promote positive learning experiences.
Mathematics Teacher
Central School District
08.2014 - 06.2018
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
- Maintained open and productive communication with teaching staff, administration and my math team.
- Observed student appearance and behavior and notified principal, school nurse and proper authorities of any emotional or physical concerns.
- Kept careful student records and progress reports using Aeries.
Long Term Substitute/ Substitute Math Teacher
Corona Norco School District
01.2013 - 05.2015
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative approaches to teaching.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to students, parents and school administrators.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
- Assigned, explained and graded homework.
Education
Master of Arts - Education Instructional Leadership
Argosy University
Orange, CA04.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
California State University Fullerton
Fullerton, CA08.2007
Skills
- Teaching strategies
- Parent Communication
- Effective Communication
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Professionalism
- Subject matter expertise
- Lesson Planning
- Differentiated Instruction
Timeline
Math Tutor
Legacy Christian School
09.2023 - 05.2024
Mathematics Teacher
Central School District
08.2014 - 06.2018
Long Term Substitute/ Substitute Math Teacher
Corona Norco School District
01.2013 - 05.2015
Master of Arts - Education Instructional Leadership
Argosy University
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
California State University Fullerton
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