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Stefania Holbrook

Burbank,CA

Summary

With a proven track record at LAUSD, I exceled in fostering student engagement and mastering classroom management. Leveraging critical thinking and a growth mindset, I've significantly enhanced learning environments through innovative lesson planning and effective communication, serving as a positive role model and mentor.

With that said, I am seeking a substitute position after being retired from LAUSD for a year.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
08.2014 - 06.2023
  • 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.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.

Teacher

LAUSD Los Angeles Unified School District
08.2011 - 06.2014
  • 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.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.

Teacher Mt. Gleason

LAUSD Los Angeles Unified School District
08.2009 - 06.2011
  • 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.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.

Instructional Math Coach

LAUSD Los Angeles Unified School District
07.2007 - 06.2009
  • Designed and utilized various formative assessments to gauge student comprehension throughout each unit of study.
  • Led professional development workshops for fellow educators, focusing on new approaches to teaching mathematics concepts.
  • Assessed student progress through regular evaluations, adapting instructional methods for optimal results.
  • Facilitated cooperative learning activities that promoted collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills among students.
  • Organized mathematics workshops for parents, empowering them to support their children''s learning at home.
  • Mentored new math teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance on effective teaching techniques.

Teacher

LAUSD Los Angeles Unified School District
09.1998 - 06.2007
  • 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.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.

Teacher

LAUSD Los Angeles Unified School District
06.1995 - 06.1998
  • 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.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.

Education

Master of Arts - Educational Administration

California State University Northridge
Northridge, CA
08-2009

Bachelor of Arts - Child Development

California State Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
09-1992

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Critical thinking
  • Motivating students
  • Relationship building
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Growth mindset
  • Lesson planning
  • Student engagement
  • Positive role model and mentor

Timeline

Teacher

Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
08.2014 - 06.2023

Teacher

LAUSD Los Angeles Unified School District
08.2011 - 06.2014

Teacher Mt. Gleason

LAUSD Los Angeles Unified School District
08.2009 - 06.2011

Instructional Math Coach

LAUSD Los Angeles Unified School District
07.2007 - 06.2009

Teacher

LAUSD Los Angeles Unified School District
09.1998 - 06.2007

Teacher

LAUSD Los Angeles Unified School District
06.1995 - 06.1998

Master of Arts - Educational Administration

California State University Northridge

Bachelor of Arts - Child Development

California State Los Angeles
Stefania Holbrook