Forward-thinking educator determined to propel change that benefits students and educators in a rapidly evolving world. Prepared to pioneer continual innovation in Palo Alto Unified School District by creating systems and energizing educators.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Specialist / Literacy TOSA
Palo Alto Unified School District
Palo Alto, CA
08.2021 - Current
Digital Literacy Implementation: Drove adoption of computer-based literacy programs and data tools, enhancing student outcomes.
Innovative Yearbook Creation: Strategically produced two yearbooks without a yearbook class, showcasing creativity and resourcefulness.
Ed Tech Professional Development: Designed and delivered PD on GoGuardian, Snap&Read, and others, empowering educators in tech integration.
Collaborative Engagement: Actively contributed in site and district meetings, fostering student and teacher support.
Presentation Skills: Presented literacy progress and goals to diverse stakeholders, ensuring effective communication.
New Teacher Training Leadership: Co-led tech session at district orientation, guiding new educators in tech utilization.
Resourceful Time Management: Efficiently managed multiple tasks within established timelines, ensuring project completion.
Educational Resource Creation: Produced video tutorials for staff and students, facilitating tech tool adoption.
English Teacher
Britton Middle School
Morgan Hill, CA
08.2018 - Current
Developed standards-based plans with various technology tools to meet academic and social needs of students.
Differentiated instruction according to student ability while promoting critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication.
Connect instruction to real-world experiences and students’ post-secondary goals
Additional Duties and Experience:
Awarded MHFT Teacher of the Year: 2018-2019
Contributed to rebuilding school culture and overseeing all school fundraisers, clubs, and events as the ASB director: 2018-2020
Developed original curriculum for a leadership intervention class and a leadership advanced class as the leadership teacher: 2018-2020
Wrote informative scripts, imagined fun segments, worked with rotating student anchors, and produced our daily Britton TV that served as the homeroom announcements: 2018-2020
Supported my colleagues and engaged in district-wide conversations as an English Department Lead: 2019-Present
Maintained positive and productive relationships with staff and administration as a union alternate: 2020-Present
Substitute Teacher
MHUSD & SVUSD
Morgan Hill & Sonoma, CA
12.2016 - 01.2018
Camp Morty Assistant Director
Westchester Parks Foundation
South Salem, NY
01.2001 - 2019
Served on administrative team for training, organizing, and scheduling of all camp functions and programs.
Maintained necessary records for Department of Parks, Department of Mental Health, and Department of Social Services.
Developed and implemented a college and career readiness program for counselors in training that included community outreach.
Education
Reading Specialist Authorization -
UC San Diego Extension
Virtual
07-2022
Professional And Continuing Education
University of The Pacific
Online
05.2020
Single Subject Credential - English
Sonoma State University
ZiegelmanRohnert Park, CA
05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - English
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA
05.2016
Skills
Community building
Cultural competency
Curriculum development
Effective communication
Learning assessments
Staff Training and Onboarding
Team collaboration
Technology-based curriculum
Partnership Building
Professional Development Planning
Progress Reporting
Timeline
Reading Specialist / Literacy TOSA
Palo Alto Unified School District
08.2021 - Current
English Teacher
Britton Middle School
08.2018 - Current
Substitute Teacher
MHUSD & SVUSD
12.2016 - 01.2018
Camp Morty Assistant Director
Westchester Parks Foundation
01.2001 - 2019
Reading Specialist Authorization -
UC San Diego Extension
Professional And Continuing Education
University of The Pacific
Single Subject Credential - English
Sonoma State University
Bachelor of Arts - English
Sonoma State University
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