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Vasanthakumari Baker

42336 Buenos Aires Dr., Hemet,California

Summary

Dynamic educator with extensive experience in K-12 settings, notably with Beaumont Unified School District. Expert in classroom management and individualized education plans, fostering student engagement and positive learning environments. Proven ability to adapt lessons and implement behavioral intervention strategies, enhancing student success and emotional development.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher K-8

Beaumont Unified School District
Beaumont, CA
09.2022 - Current
  • Fostered positive learning environment by managing classroom activities effectively.
  • Adapted lesson plans and materials to meet diverse learning requirements.
  • Supervised student behavior and enforced school policies consistently.

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Nuview Unified School District
Nuevo, CA (moving closer to home)
09.2021 - 05.2025
  • Facilitated engaging classroom activities for diverse K-12 student populations.
  • Implemented lesson plans from full-time teachers to ensure curriculum adherence.
  • Managed classroom behavior to promote a positive learning atmosphere.

School Psychologist

Keppel Union School District
Keppel, California (retired)
08.2016 - 06.2019
  • Conducted psychological assessments for students with diverse needs.
  • Developed individualized education plans in collaboration with teachers and parents.
  • Provided counseling sessions to support students' emotional and social development.

School Psychologist

Redding School District
Redding, CA
07.2007 - 06.2016
  • Conducted psychological assessments for students with diverse needs.
  • Developed individualized education plans in collaboration with teachers and parents.
  • Provided counseling sessions to support students' emotional and social development.

General Education Teacher

Hemet Unified School District
Hemet, CA
09.1998 - 06.2007
  • Developed lesson plans that aligned with state educational standards.
  • Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects and activities.

Education

Pupil Personnel Services Credential - School Psychology

California State University, San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA
05-2005

Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - Education

California State University, San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA
10-2002

Master of Science - Education

Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Lesson adaptation
  • Student assessment
  • Individualized education plans
  • Behavioral intervention strategies
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Student engagement
  • Conflict resolution
  • Effectiveness measurement

References:

  • Ms. Theora Balsam, Special Education Case manager, Connections Academy at Springs School, CA 92590 747-999-5258, 661-350-0309
  • AJ Anderson, Director of Education Services, Redding School District, Redding, CA
  • Ms. Price, Principal, Nuview Elementary School, Nuview Unified School District, Nuevo, CA 92567 951-928-0201
  • Ms. Pillow, Substitute Teacher, Nuview Unified School District, Nuevo, CA 92567 951-519-5463

Timeline

Substitute Teacher K-8

Beaumont Unified School District
09.2022 - Current

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Nuview Unified School District
09.2021 - 05.2025

School Psychologist

Keppel Union School District
08.2016 - 06.2019

School Psychologist

Redding School District
07.2007 - 06.2016

General Education Teacher

Hemet Unified School District
09.1998 - 06.2007

Pupil Personnel Services Credential - School Psychology

California State University, San Bernardino

Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - Education

California State University, San Bernardino

Master of Science - Education

Grand Valley State University
Vasanthakumari Baker
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