Valérie Gesbert
San Francisco
Summary
Lower School Collaborator - French teacher PYP trained and experienced (IB program) - Dynamic, rigorous, and dedicated - Singapore Math - 25 years of experience in Independent Schools - Bilingual Schools
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
3rd Grade- PYP- Immersion French-all subjects
SVINTL (Silicon Valley International)
08.2024 - Current
French Program Coordinator, French Curriculum
FRENCH AMERICAN & INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Teacher coaching, pedagogical projects leader, support administration with all accreditation processes, pedagogical meetings facilitator, Math enrichment program
2nd &3rd Grade- PYP- Immersion French-all subjects
SVINTL (Silicon Valley International)
01.2010 - 01.2023
4th Grade teacher
TELOPEA PARK SCHOOL
01.2009 - 01.2010
Kindergarten – French Immersion,2nd Grade – all subjects in French,3rd Grade - all subjects in French
LYCÉE FRANÇAIS
01.2000 - 01.2009
- Kindergarten – French Immersion (2000-2004)
- 2nd Grade – all subjects in French (2004-2006)
- 3rd Grade - all subjects in French (2006-2009)
Middle School Teacher & Boarding School Educator
ERPD LA VERRIÈRE (Boarding school)
01.1999 - 01.2000
Office Assistant in Medical Insurance Department
GENERALI (Insurance)
01.1997 - 01.1998
Education
CBEST -
01.2024
Teaching Credentials - Primary School Teacher
French Ministry of Education
06.1998
Bachelor Degree - Linguistics
Paris University
06.1996
Associate degree - Math
Paris University
06.1995
Skills
- Inquiry: Engage students as inquirers in their learning progression
- Differentiation: Prepare high quality activities to suit individual needs in line with the curriculum
- Collaboration: Work with colleagues to ensure continuity and progression in the curriculum
- Care: Assess and monitor student progress providing constructive feedback to ensure all students improve and succeed
- Communication: Communicate effectively with families regarding the curriculum and the progress of students
- Microsoft Office
- Blackbaud
- Computer skills
- Mails and AI
- Organization skills
- Growth mindset
- Parent-teacher communication
- Collaborative learning
Hobbies and Interests
I am an avid enthusiast of vintage artifacts and posters, with a particular fascination for old photographs of cities from the Art Deco era. As a passionate sewist, I enjoy designing or refashioning clothes into sustainable pieces. I am also dedicated to an active lifestyle, regularly engaging in activities that promote physical and mental well-being. Beyond my creative and active pursuits, I value the importance of maintaining balance in both personal and professional endeavors.
Training
- Shaping the future: guiding our students toward ethical AI use French American Chamber of Commerce Nov2024
- Positive Discipline Conference by Béatrice Sabaté Sept2023
- Reading and writing in Co-teaching mode Conference by Julie Higounet Sept2018 and Feb2019
- Reading and Writing through Inquiry IB PYP Workshop: Dec2016
Timeline
3rd Grade- PYP- Immersion French-all subjects
SVINTL (Silicon Valley International)
08.2024 - Current
French Program Coordinator, French Curriculum
FRENCH AMERICAN & INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
01.2023 - 01.2024
2nd &3rd Grade- PYP- Immersion French-all subjects
SVINTL (Silicon Valley International)
01.2010 - 01.2023
4th Grade teacher
TELOPEA PARK SCHOOL
01.2009 - 01.2010
Kindergarten – French Immersion,2nd Grade – all subjects in French,3rd Grade - all subjects in French
LYCÉE FRANÇAIS
01.2000 - 01.2009
Middle School Teacher & Boarding School Educator
ERPD LA VERRIÈRE (Boarding school)
01.1999 - 01.2000
Office Assistant in Medical Insurance Department
GENERALI (Insurance)
01.1997 - 01.1998
Teaching Credentials - Primary School Teacher
French Ministry of Education
Bachelor Degree - Linguistics
Paris University
Associate degree - Math
Paris University
CBEST -
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