Sonja Mitchell
Fort Irwin ,CA
Summary
Motivational and encouraging professional certified in Social Studies and English. Innovative Secondary Education 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 in clear, simplified manner.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Waynesville Middle School
Waynesville RVI School District
08.2023 - Current
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance, resulting in increased accountability among students.
- Established open lines of communication with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and address any concerns.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Strengthened communication skills through PLC interactions with others.
- Identified circumstances for reteaching by analyzing summative and formative data.
- Promoted critical thinking skills through inquiry-based learning approaches that encouraged research and analysis.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, resulting in improved comprehension and academic performance.
- Developed strong rapport with students by creating an inclusive classroom environment that encouraged participation from all learners.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, fostering a comprehensive understanding of social studies topics.
- Evaluated student performance using district-wide standardized tests as well as formative assessments designed specifically for social studies content knowledge.
- Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.
Middle School Teacher
Fort Irwin Middle School
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Taught US History subject matter to 53 students on information compiled from multiple sources, including textbooks, online sites and other educational materials.
- Taught English Language Arts subject matter to 44 students on information compiled from multiple sources, including textbooks, online sites and other educational materials.
- Coached Girls Volleyball to include a Junior Varsity and Varsity level team.
- Arranged materials and instructional plans to implement immersive activities delving into analyzing primary and secondary sources.
- Led classroom activities such as simulations and rotational stations for immersive learning.
- Maintained classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear expectations.
- Utilized diverse learning strategies to prepare students for higher-level education requirements.
- Integrated technology into classroom as an instructional tool, such as utilizing Google applications, Canva, and Blooket.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Administered and graded assessments and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
- Communicated objectives for all lessons, units and projects to students and parents.
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails and Parent Teacher conferences.
- Sat in on classes of fellow educators to learn innovative methods for dispensing information to students.
- Built learning and citizenship skills to help with personal growth in addition to increasing academic knowledge.
- Researched latest teaching techniques and incorporated into lesson delivery to improve concept acquisition.
- Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement lessons.
- 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.
- Coaching Experience includes the following:
- Responsible for organizing and instructing routine practices.
- Maintained a program with focus on building playing development based on fundamental skills and team building.
- Coached with an emphasis of student first, athlete second.
- Maintained responsible communication with parents, players, and other regional coaches.
- Maintained and tracked player qualification information such as physicals and grades.
- Provided out-of-season open gym sessions to build interest and skill set amongst students.
- Coached and instructed Junior Varsity/Varsity Volleyball to 18 6th, 7th, and 8th grade girls.
- Led Varsity team to Regional Conference with an 8-1 win/loss record and they placed 2nd.
Middle School Teacher
North Pole Middle School
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Instructed more than 100 middle school students through lectures, discussions, group activities and demonstrations.
- Taught Geography subject matter to 54 students on information compiled from multiple sources, including textbooks, online sites and other educational materials.
- Taught Ancient History subject matter to 72 students on information compiled from multiple sources, including textbooks, online sites and other educational materials.
- Coached Boys Volleyball to include collaborating with colleagues in leading the overall volleyball program for approximately 80 players overall.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails and Parent Teacher conferences.
- Assisted 5-6 children per station during small-group learning periods.
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
- Integrated technology into classroom as an instructional tool, such as utilizing Google applications, Padlet, and Blooket.
- Sat in on classes of fellow teaching professionals to learn innovative methods for dispensing information to students.
- Communicated objectives for all lessons, units and projects to students and parents.
- Built learning and citizenship skills to help with personal growth in addition to increasing academic knowledge
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics
- Leveraged diverse learning strategies to prepare students for higher-level education requirements
- Arranged materials and instructional plans to implement immersive activities delving into analyzing primary and secondary sources.
- Researched latest teaching techniques and incorporated into lesson delivery to improve concept acquisition.
- Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement lessons.
- Led classroom activities such as simulations for immersive 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.
- Coaching experience included the following:
- Responsible for organizing and instructing routine practices.
- Maintained a program with focus on building playing development based on fundamental skills and team building.
- Coached with an emphasis of student first, athlete second.
- Maintained responsible communication with parents, other coaches, and players.
- Maintained and tracked player qualification information such as physicals and grades.
- Collaborated with Varsity Girls and C Team Girls Head Coach to conduct an out-of-season open gym sessions to build interest and skill set amongst students.
- Coached and instructed volleyball to the first Boys Volleyball team that the school had in two years, consisting of 16 boys of grades 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students.
- Led the Boys Volleyball team to district championships to take 2nd Place.
Middle School Teacher
Silver Valley Unified School District
02.2020 - 08.2021
- Instructed more than 100 middle school students through lectures, discussions, group activities and demonstrations.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails and Parent Teacher conferences.
- Assisted 5-6 children per station during small-group learning periods.
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
- Integrated technology into classroom as an instructional tool, such as utilizing Google applications, Padlet, and Canva.
- Taught US History subject matter to 23 students on information compiled from multiple sources, including textbooks, online sites and other educational materials.
- Taught World History subject matter to 80 students on information compiled from multiple sources, including textbooks, online sites and other educational materials.
- Sat in on classes of fellow teaching professionals to learn innovative methods for dispensing information to students.
- Communicated objectives for all lessons, units and projects to students and parents.
- Built learning and citizenship skills to help with personal growth in addition to increasing academic knowledge
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics
- Leveraged diverse learning strategies to prepare students for higher-level education requirements
- Arranged materials and instructional plans to implement immersive activities delving into analyzing primary and secondary sources.
Substitute Teacher
Silver Valley Unified School District
03.2018 - 01.2020
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Studied changing regional curriculums to maintain knowledge of lesson plans for short- and long-term substitute positions.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher for Fort Irwin Middle School based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Administrative Assistant
Fort Irwin Child And Youth Services - Sports
02.2018 - 04.2019
- Developed practice guidelines for injury prevention.
- Sorted and distributed office mail and recorded incoming shipments for department.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
- Executed volunteer record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Supervised practices and contests, prioritizing safety for participants.
- Recommended and ordered equipment, supplies and uniforms.
- Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and program data.
- Liaised between parents, volunteers and post entities to maintain effective lines of communication.
- Continually sought methods for improving daily operations, communications with clients, recordkeeping and data entry for increased efficiency.
Administrative Assistant
Ursa Major Elementary
10.2016 - 01.2018
- Scheduled office meetings and appointments for staff.
- Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Received and sorted incoming mail and packages to record, dispatch, or distribute to correct recipient.
- Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on student and school data.
- Drafted correspondence and other documents for principal and teachers in school's voice.
- Maintained request and filing system for quick and easy retrieval of student records.
Curriculum Secretary
East Anchorage High School
02.2015 - 10.2016
- Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to parents.
- Maintained student records including new enrollments.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication between teachers and assistant principal.
- Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
- Maintained confidential filing system for midterms and finals.
- Handled daily scheduling tasks and provided administrative support for entire department.
- Created and organized multiple items for the graduation of approximately 600 senior students.
- Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on student performance and academic data.
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
Attendance Clerk
Chapin High School
09.2014 - 01.2015
- Developed exceptional time management, relationship building and organizational skills from working in busy school setting.
- Maintained accurate records of all absences, truancy issues and disciplinary actions.
- Pleasantly greeted all office visitors and asked open-ended questions to determine needs.
- Called parents and guardians to inquire about late or truant students.
- Operated telephone systems to answer and route incoming calls along with taking and delivering messages.
- Composed correspondence to internal and external parties as requested.
- Answered queries by locating and retrieving necessary files.
Attendance Clerk
Valley Vista High School
08.2011 - 01.2013
- Developed exceptional time management, relationship building and organizational skills from working in busy school setting.
- Maintained accurate records of all absences, truancy issues and disciplinary actions.
- Pleasantly greeted all office visitors and asked open-ended questions to determine needs.
- Called parents and guardians to inquire about late or truant students.
- Answered queries by locating and retrieving necessary files.
- Checked records for accuracy and completeness, and corrected errors.
- Accessed and used computer software applications to update and maintain records.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
Education
Master of Education in Secondary Education - Teacher
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Justice Studies
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04.2016
Skills
- Response-to-intervention understanding
- IEP familiarity
- Quality Education
- Behavioral Disorders Knowledge
- Lesson Planning
- Individualized instruction
- Time management
- Learning assessments
- Group Instruction
- Proficient in Google applications, Zoom, Padlet, and Canva
- Inquiry-based learning
- Student records management
Certification
- Missouri Out of State License (Applied For, 05/09/2023)
- Arizona Standard Professional Secondary, 6-12
Single Subject - English
Single Subject - Social Studies
Structured English Immersion, K-12
- California Preliminary Credential (Clear Credential Recommendation Received, 05/19/2023)
Single Subject - English
Single Subject - Social Studies
English Language Learner Authorization
Additional Information
Possess current CPR/First Aid certification valid until 10/2024 in which I will complete the necessary training to re-certify.
Timeline
Waynesville Middle School
Waynesville RVI School District
08.2023 - Current
Middle School Teacher
Fort Irwin Middle School
08.2022 - 05.2023
Middle School Teacher
North Pole Middle School
09.2021 - 05.2022
Middle School Teacher
Silver Valley Unified School District
02.2020 - 08.2021
Substitute Teacher
Silver Valley Unified School District
03.2018 - 01.2020
Administrative Assistant
Fort Irwin Child And Youth Services - Sports
02.2018 - 04.2019
Administrative Assistant
Ursa Major Elementary
10.2016 - 01.2018
Curriculum Secretary
East Anchorage High School
02.2015 - 10.2016
Attendance Clerk
Chapin High School
09.2014 - 01.2015
Attendance Clerk
Valley Vista High School
08.2011 - 01.2013
Master of Education in Secondary Education - Teacher
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Justice Studies
Grand Canyon University
- Missouri Out of State License (Applied For, 05/09/2023)
- Arizona Standard Professional Secondary, 6-12
Single Subject - English
Single Subject - Social Studies
Structured English Immersion, K-12
- California Preliminary Credential (Clear Credential Recommendation Received, 05/19/2023)
Single Subject - English
Single Subject - Social Studies
English Language Learner Authorization
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