Theresa Palmer
Redlands,CA
Summary
High-energy educator offers knowledge and abilities to new position dedicated to helping inspire students. Skilled in activity coordination, student assessment and record keeping. Persistent in uncovering and meeting individual student needs. Energetic team player driven to continue to learn and grow professionally. Understands and implements new technologies and teaching strategies. Excellent at working with different learning styles.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Teacher
Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified School District
Yucaipa , California
1998.01 - 2021.06
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards at various site locations within district including Competitive Edge Charter Academy, Park View Middle School, and Canyon Middle School all with class sizes of 25+.
English and History Teacher
Competitive Edge Charter Academy
2011.08 - 2021.06
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans for 5 classes covering required course topics to accommodate students with varying proficiency levels.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
English Language Development Teacher
Park View Middle School
2007.08 - 2011.06
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- 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.
- Students came to class with various language backgrounds including Japanese, Russian, Spanish, etc.
English and History Teacher
Canyon Middle School
2001.08 - 2006.06
- Employed appropriate teaching methods to cater to individual educational needs of each student.
- Maintained regular verbal and written communication with school counselors and parents to update with student progress, class schedules and important test dates.
English and History Teacher
Park View Middle School
2000.08 - 2001.06
- Selected by principal after one year of employment to open a new school site within district.
- Participated in weekly department and employee team meetings to discuss student performance and academic achievement.
- Created curricula, tests and exams to reinforce student learning in English and History.
Substitute Teacher for All Subjects
Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified School District
1999.08 - 2000.06
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping in Kindergarten through 12th grades.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Substitute Teacher
San Diego City Schools
San Diego , California
1998.08 - 1999.06
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
College Student worker
Jackson Elementary School
San Diego , California
1998.08 - 1999.06
- Worked with groups and teacher to help make measurable differences for students in reading and writing for Bilingual Kindergarten and 1st Grade classes.
Private Tutor
Cynthia Chihawk
Solana Beach , California
1998.01 - 1998.06
- Collaborated with student, teachers, and parent to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Used positive reinforcement, repetition and review to help students master challenging material.
College Student Worker
Marston Middle School
San Diego , California
1997.09 - 1998.06
- Supervised students in English and History classes as well as during lunch times.
History Teacher Practicum/Intern
Torrey Pines High School
Del Mar , California
1995.09 - 1996.06
- Practicum/Intern Experience in 11th Grade History classes.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling, School Counseling
University of San Diego
01.2000
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of San Diego
San Diego, California05.1997
Skills
- Proficient in Google Classroom
- Proficient in Aeries grading program
- Standardized tests
- Child prevention services reporting awareness
- Organizational skills
- Activity Planning
- Relationship building
- Team collaboration
- Technology integration
- Special education
- Differentiated instruction
Certification
- Mental Health First Aid Training - 2021
- Pupil Personnel Services Credential - 2000
- Cross-Cultural Language and Academic Development Certification - 2000
- Professional Clear Teaching Credential - 1999
- Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - 1999
- Single Subject Social Science Teaching Credential - 1998
Timeline
English and History Teacher
Competitive Edge Charter Academy
2011.08 - 2021.06
English Language Development Teacher
Park View Middle School
2007.08 - 2011.06
English and History Teacher
Canyon Middle School
2001.08 - 2006.06
English and History Teacher
Park View Middle School
2000.08 - 2001.06
Substitute Teacher for All Subjects
Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified School District
1999.08 - 2000.06
Substitute Teacher
San Diego City Schools
1998.08 - 1999.06
College Student worker
Jackson Elementary School
1998.08 - 1999.06
Teacher
Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified School District
1998.01 - 2021.06
Private Tutor
Cynthia Chihawk
1998.01 - 1998.06
College Student Worker
Marston Middle School
1997.09 - 1998.06
History Teacher Practicum/Intern
Torrey Pines High School
1995.09 - 1996.06
Master of Arts - Counseling, School Counseling
University of San Diego
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of San Diego
- Mental Health First Aid Training - 2021
- Pupil Personnel Services Credential - 2000
- Cross-Cultural Language and Academic Development Certification - 2000
- Professional Clear Teaching Credential - 1999
- Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - 1999
- Single Subject Social Science Teaching Credential - 1998
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