STEPHEN DICHIERA
San Diego,California
Summary
A certified middle and high school teacher with prior experience in substitute teaching, who is adept at planning lessons that both cover state requirements and engage a diverse set of students utilizing a variety of methods ranging from thinking trees to strategic planning projects.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Grossmont Union High School District
08.2017 - Current
- Taught a variety of classes depending on the needs of the district and individual schools, but specialized in History, English, Math, Science, and Drama.
- Ensured that lessons set out by the teachers were implemented and that students were able to complete their assignments while assisting those who were having difficulty.
- Covered six long term assignments, two of which were in Social Studies.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to accommodate varied student learning styles.
Student Teacher
Montgomery Middle STEAM Magnet
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Taught two courses of 8th Grade U.S. History and assisted with one to two additional courses of the same type.
- Built lessons to engage a diverse set of students utilizing both primary and secondary sources of information with a focus on growth and academic improvement throughout the semester through the use of Universal Design for Learning principles.
- Communicated with parents to help students with additional needs to ensure student success in the classroom.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and interactive activities into lessons.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Developed culturally responsive curriculum materials that acknowledged diverse perspectives and promoted inclusivity within the classroom setting.
Education
Single Subject Credential in History/Social Studies - Social Studies Education
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA03.2024
Master of Arts - History
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - History
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05.2016
Skills
- Taught two courses of 8th Grade US History and assisted with one to two additional courses of the same type
- Built lessons to engage a diverse set of students utilizing both primary and secondary sources of information with a focus on growth and academic improvement throughout the semester through the use of Universal Design for Learning principles
- Communicated with parents to help students with additional needs to ensure student success in the classroom
- Taught a variety of classes depending on the needs of the district and individual schools, but specialized in English, History, Math, Science, and Drama
- Ensured that lessons set out by the teachers were implemented and that students were able to complete their assignments while assisting those who were having difficulty
- Covered three long term assignments, one of which was a full teaching assignment in which lesson planning and grading were required
- Effective lesson planning that focuses on student engagement
- Standards-based curriculum design
- Positive classroom environment
Timeline
Student Teacher
Montgomery Middle STEAM Magnet
09.2022 - 06.2023
Substitute Teacher
Grossmont Union High School District
08.2017 - Current
Single Subject Credential in History/Social Studies - Social Studies Education
San Diego State University
Master of Arts - History
San Diego State University
Bachelor of Arts - History
San Diego State University
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