Hi, I’m
Shondale Pagano
Educator
Doha
To know what is right and not to do it is the worst cowardice.
Confucius
Summary
With 20+ years in international & North American schools, this passionate, innovative and dynamic educator is an Authorized AP & Certified Google educator, skilled in ed tech, curriculum design, robotics training, class management, student-led projects & peer training. This Humanities educator is dedicated to inspiring students to understand and appreciate rights, privileges and civic duties; to cultivate understanding of geographical, historical, cultural and political factors that influence world regions; and to motivate students to develop sound opinions based on research of facts regarding national and global politics and economics.
Overview
36
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education
2
Languages
Work History
Vision International SchoolWakrah
High School Social Studies Teacher
08.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Teach on-level and Advanced Placement classes
- Collaborate with colleagues to create cross-curricular projects and lessons
- Informal mentor to new subject-area teachers
- Participate in weekly department/staff meetings by sharing best practices and/or training colleagues in software/applications or pedagogy
- Certified Level 2 THIMUN for Model United Nations
- Devise lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
- Educate students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.
- Meet or exceed course and student performance goals.
- Research latest teaching techniques and incorporated into lesson delivery to improve concept acquisition.
- Give assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
- Establish and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
- Develop instructional aids for classroom use and encouraged student participation.
- Conduct regular parent-teacher conferences to keep parents informed of student progress.
- Maintain awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporate study into curriculum.
- Create lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Plan and implement integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
- Establish and support positive educational environment for student learning.
- Proctor quizzes, tests and standardized examinations.
- Plan learning activities that provide students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
- Consult with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Attend department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Lead classroom activities for play-based and immersive learning.
- Use computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement presentations.
- Discuss important historical figures, dates and events which help shape modern world.
- Help students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
- Utilize technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Complete documentation of attendance, grades and other required details.
Middle East International SchoolDoha
High School Social Studies Teacher
09.2013 - 07.2022
Job overview
- Social Studies (AP Micro/Macroeconomics, AP Psychology
- MUN/THIMUN – re-established the program in my first year; certified Level 2 THIMUN Director/Advisor; trained student delegates to attend conferences; hosted a THIMUN Affiliate two-day conference; student delegates won several Best Delegate awards
- Created the school’s first Robotics program: procured free robotics kits for the school; taught basic
- Mindstorm programming; taught basic building of Lego robots; coached teams to participate in First Lego League and
- National/World Robotics Organization competitions.
- Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
- Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.
- Collaborate with colleagues to create cross-curricular projects and lessons
- Met or exceeded course and student performance goals.
- Researched latest teaching techniques and incorporated into lesson delivery to improve concept acquisition.
- Encouraged consistent classroom attendance and managed student behavior using constructive criticism.
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
- Developed instructional aids for classroom use and encouraged student participation.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to keep parents informed of student progress.
- Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
- Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Led classroom activities for play-based and immersive learning.
- Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement presentations.
- Discussed important historical figures, dates and events which helped shape modern world.
- Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Completed documentation of attendance, grades and other required details.
- Informally mentored new subject-area teachers
- Participated in monthly department meetings by sharing best practices and/or training colleagues in software/applications or pedagogy
- Organized and chaperoned field trips (Designated Museum Docent, Msheireb Museums)
- Organized a High School History/English Day
- Coached a four-student team to compete in the Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy Environmental Sustainability Case Study Challenge (2014, Second Place, nationally)
- Teacher-Host for the dual student exchange program with Connecticut-based Center for Global Studies (High School)
- Coached teams for the 2018 History Bowl of Qatar (Champions, Junior Varsity Division
DeBakey High SchoolDoha
High School Social Studies Teacher
08.2012 - 06.2013
Job overview
- Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
- Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
- Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement presentations.
- Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
- Managed total classroom operations
- Planned and implemented content-related and standards-based curriculum
- Conducted parent conferences
- Maintained web-based student records
- Participated in weekly staff and departmental meetings
- Other responsibilities included taking minutes in departmental meetings and supervising student-body during breaks
- Participated in the school's hosting of Doha Debates
- Professional Development included school-based workshops, “Writing Recommendation Letters” at the American School of Doha by various university presenters, and workshops at the 2013 International Conference on Argumentation,
- Rhetoric, Debate and the Pedagogy of Empowerment
- THIMUN (Model United Nations)
- Taught THIMUN curriculum; coached team members on major global issues and how to formally debate; participated in the 2013 MUN at Georgetown University, Doha, Qatar.
- Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
Youth, Human Rights InternationalLos Angeles
Teacher
10.2011 - 07.2012
Job overview
- Taught student teams and guide through understanding of the thirty Universal Human Rights
- Developed leadership skills through drills and project creation
- Organized workshops for student teams with professionals from various industries
- Guided student teams in the planning and production of a community seminar on human rights
- Assisted student teams on documentation of progress (i.e
- Videos, social media, newsletters, flyers, etc.)
- Ensured follow-up of activities in the form of surveys, written responses, and/or informal conversations
- Studies (Modern World History, Economics and Government U.S
- History, AP U.S
- History), English 11,
- AP English 11, multi-level ELD classes, and Life and
- Physical Science.
Neighbors Acting TogetherPasadena
Education Advisor
06.2008 - 07.2012
Job overview
- Evaluated, updated and documented student progress towards educational plan and state standards by examining student learning and fostering engagement through discussion and observation.
- Designed activities, strategies and alternative curricula to encourage student academic, transitional and behavioral goals.
- Established professional and cooperative working relationships by maintaining visible and accessible presence in school community.
- Supported positive educational and behavioral practices.
- Chaperoned outside events and field trips to facilitate student social development.
- Mentored students, offering advice and support on topic selection, appropriateness and academic value.
- Guided students in preparing a community project to present to a panel of Nobel Peace Prize recipients, and subsequently to the local government.
Mt San Antonio CollegeWalnut
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
Job overview
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Studied and implemented latest information on specific subjects and learning strategies.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Helped students develop diligent study habits and strategies to achieve successful outcomes.
- Built and maintained professional relationships with students and faculty members.
Bassett High School, Health and Human Services Small Learning CommunityLa Puente
Lead Teacher
Job overview
- Oversaw work of teaching team to optimize student education.
- Introduced new software into classrooms, enhancing student comprehension and improving test scores.
- Increased student involvement in program offerings through strategic redesign of program processes and methods.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Coordinated field trips for classes and wrote detailed itineraries for student safety.
- Chose optimum curriculum for each class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners.
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
Bassett Unified School DistrictLa Puente
Teacher
01.2001 - 06.2011
Job overview
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Instituted and taught the We the People national program (a U.S Congressional Educational Act on Civic Education)
- Taught and organized mock International Economic Summit (a national Federal Reserve program)
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Planned and implemented content-related and standards-based curriculum
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Registered student progress and attendance on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Conducted parent conferences in English and Spanish
- Organized and chaperoned field trips
- Co-wrote various grants
- Collaborated with four core teachers and the Academy Coordinator on specialized cross-curricular projects and lessons and student activities; wrote and implemented curriculum for World History, U.S History, Government, Economics and English 11 (curriculum was standards-based, and career-related); helped to create and institute the school's annual Health Careers Fair.
- Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) – assisted in counseling and tutoring Academy students; co-chaperoned Academy events and field trips; coached Academy students for annual competitions in the HOSA conferences
- Co-Advisor, Gifted and Talented Education Program – counseled and tutored sophomore GATE students; co-coordinated GATE activities; planned/proposed budgetary expenditures with other GATE Advisors
- Advisor, SAVE (Student Association for Voter Empowerment), in conjunction with the Arsalyn Youth Forum – helped to coordinate and conduct Town Hall Forums for the community on state and local elections, hold school-wide mock elections, and go on related field trips; assisted students in preparing mock legislative bills that were presented at an annual conference in Sacramento; accompanied/chaperoned students to the four-day annual Sacramento conference
- Committee Member to research Small Learning Communities via interviews and off-site campus visitations, and presented suggestions and findings to the faculty.
Bassett High School Health AcademyLa Puente
Grant Coordinator
09.2006 - 11.2008
Job overview
- Planned and coordinated team collaboration meetings; planned and executed meeting agendas; led teacher groups in the creation of cross-curricular projects, units and lessons; planned student activities
- Conducted routine compliance reviews of the California Capacity Building Grant.
- Answered questions from staff about grant funded programs for fiscal and programmatic compliance matters.
- Established and maintained electronic files for grant-funded projects for tracking and reporting.
- Worked with directors and grant program staff to implement established grant compliance policies and procedures.
- Attended events to develop professional network of potential donors.
- Planned and implemented fundraising events.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Health Science Education – proposed/prepared budget; wrote annual expenditure reports; composed annual grant progress report; generated annual goals and self-evaluation summary; coordinated Academy team collaboration seminars provided support in overseeing grant goals and activities.
Advocacy InstituteWashington, DC
Paid Student Intern
10.1995 - 12.1995
Job overview
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Explored new technologies and approaches to streamline processes.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
- Supported with creating project marketing materials to promote services.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
American English AcademyMonterey Park
ESL Instructor
01.1999 - 01.2001
Job overview
- Provided supportive, nurturing learning environment to encourage student responsibility.
- Taught classes daily with advanced, beginner and intermediate levels of students.
- Delivered and developed lesson plans by using broad range of teaching techniques and strategies.
- Instructed students in using visuals, games and textbooks to improve writing, speaking and reading skills.
- Tailored lesson plans to accommodate differences in learning styles and speeds.
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Modified curriculum plans with colleagues to meet changing student needs.
- Coached students on English pronunciation and intonation for eloquent conversation.
- Supported students holistically to achieve academic success.
Claremont University CenterClaremont
Student Intern
01.1994 - 01.1997
Job overview
- Gained operational knowledge and supported center needs.
- Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.
- Took meeting notes and compiled paperwork to support center.
- Organized weekly luncheons for the student body.
- Performed administrative duties and staff support tasks.
- Completed research, compiled data, and assisted in timely reporting.
- Planned, prepared and participated in weekly meetings and events.
- Interacted with students, staff and faculty by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Supported with creating project marketing materials to promote services.
- Maintained accurate records and documentation of projects to inform stakeholders of progress and updates.
Inlingua School of LanguagesMilan
Education Program Coordinator
01.1987 - 01.1990
Job overview
- Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
- Represented educational program at meetings and conferences to serve as subject matter liaison for array of services and activities assigned.
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Checked on instructor lessons and communication in order to assess quality of education and assistance offered to students.
- Designed or used assessments to monitor student learning outcomes.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Taught Business English classes
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Education
State University of NewYorkBuffalo, New York
Master of Science from Interdisciplinary Studies And EducationTechnology
05.2022 - 05.2022
California Polytechnic UniversityCalifornia
Teaching Credential from Secondary Social Studies
05.2004 - 05.2004
Claremont McKennaCollege
Bachelor of Arts from Government And International Politics
09.1994 - 05.1996
Mt San Antonio CollegeCalifornia
Associate of Arts from United States Government And Politics, Languages
09.1991 - 05.1994
Skills
Academic Instruction inEnglish) techniques
Including SIOP (Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol)
Google Educator, Levels 1 & 2
Curriculum developmentRobotics programmingTrilingual- English, Spanish, Italian
MUN/THIMUN coachingIEP understanding
Verbal and written communication
Staff Development
Organizational abilities
Test preparation
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Creative problem solving
Group Instruction
Lesson plan implementation
Curriculum Development
SMART Boards
Educational research
College preparation
Differentiated instruction
Instructional design
Technology integration
AP Macro/Microeconomics
AP Psychology
Higher Education
Adult Education
Vocational Education
Accomplishments
- Earned "Teacher of the Year" for Economics.
- Fulbright Scholar, in conjunction with the Paulo Freire Institute, Los Angeles to Argentina, July-August 2004.
- Panel/Poster Presentation - Hegemonía y prácticas educativas en Escuelas urbano marginales: relatos de docentes estadounidenses.(Hedgemon y and Educational Practices in Urban Schools as Related by United States Educators), International Conference of Educational Sociology, University of Buenos Aires, Argentina.
- Panel Presentation – “L.A. Teachers Go to Buenos Aires: A Narrative Experience,” Annual Conference, California Freirian Educators Conference, University of California, Los Angeles.
- Fulbright Scholar, in conjunction with the African Studies Department, University of California, Los Angeles to Morocco, July-August 2009.
- NEH (National Endowment for the Humanities) Fellow – “Winston Churchill and the Anglo-American Relationship,” Cambridge, England, Summer 2008.
- Paper Presentation – Haiti: A Democracy Failed or Bittersweet Success? NGBSA Annual Conference, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.
- Avery Dennison Scholar, Claremont McKenna College.
- Student of Distinction, Mt. San Antonio College.
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Timeline
High School Social Studies Teacher
Vision International School
08.2022 - Current
State University of NewYork
Master of Science from Interdisciplinary Studies And EducationTechnology
05.2022 - 05.2022
High School Social Studies Teacher
Middle East International School
09.2013 - 07.2022
High School Social Studies Teacher
DeBakey High School
08.2012 - 06.2013
Teacher
Youth, Human Rights International
10.2011 - 07.2012
Education Advisor
Neighbors Acting Together
06.2008 - 07.2012
Grant Coordinator
Bassett High School Health Academy
09.2006 - 11.2008
California Polytechnic University
Teaching Credential from Secondary Social Studies
05.2004 - 05.2004
Teacher
Bassett Unified School District
01.2001 - 06.2011
ESL Instructor
American English Academy
01.1999 - 01.2001
Paid Student Intern
Advocacy Institute
10.1995 - 12.1995
Claremont McKennaCollege
Bachelor of Arts from Government And International Politics
09.1994 - 05.1996
Student Intern
Claremont University Center
01.1994 - 01.1997
Mt San Antonio College
Associate of Arts from United States Government And Politics, Languages
09.1991 - 05.1994
Education Program Coordinator
Inlingua School of Languages
01.1987 - 01.1990
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
Mt San Antonio College
Lead Teacher
Bassett High School, Health and Human Services Small Learning Community