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Los Angeles, Ca, Us

North Hollywood, California

• Developed engaging and interactive math lessons derived from Illustrative Math curriculum• Conducted regular assessments of student knowledge to guide instructional decisions• Promoted active student participation through differentiated instruction• Integrated technology in the classroom including online resources, interactive whiteboards, and tablet computers to enhance instruction• Spearheaded and organized the science fair program, while coordinating the school's STEM… Show more • Developed engaging and interactive math lessons derived from Illustrative Math curriculum• Conducted regular assessments of student knowledge to guide instructional decisions• Promoted active student participation through differentiated instruction• Integrated technology in the classroom including online resources, interactive whiteboards, and tablet computers to enhance instruction• Spearheaded and organized the science fair program, while coordinating the school's STEM initiatives Show less

Studio City, California

6th grade Science and Elementary Science Lab Co-Teacher (Aug 2021 - Aug 2022)• Co-taught interactive science lessons K-6 designed to meet the needs of students with diverse learning styles• Partnered in anti-bias curriculum redesign project to align lessons with social justice standards• Prepared detailed student evaluations to advise students and document their’ academic progress• Collaborated directly with fellow teachers to ensure alignment of curriculum and cross-subject… Show more 6th grade Science and Elementary Science Lab Co-Teacher (Aug 2021 - Aug 2022)• Co-taught interactive science lessons K-6 designed to meet the needs of students with diverse learning styles• Partnered in anti-bias curriculum redesign project to align lessons with social justice standards• Prepared detailed student evaluations to advise students and document their’ academic progress• Collaborated directly with fellow teachers to ensure alignment of curriculum and cross-subject integration• Administered assessments and lab practicums, recorded results, and calculated grades accordingly• Contributed regularly to faculty discussions and participated in professional development workshops • Co-facilitated weekly mindfulness sessions to provide students with a brave space to speak their truths 5th grade Math and Science Co-Teacher (Aug 2020 - Aug 2021)• Developed and taught hands-on science and math curriculum remotely and in-person6th grade Long-term Substitute Teacher (Sep 2019 - Jun 2020)• Organized and taught engaging science and math lessons in accordance with the plans left by permanent teacher• Provided academic, social-emotional, and technical support for students K-6 during remote learning (Apr - June 2020) Show less

Los Angeles, California

• Followed and taught lesson plans assigned by permanent teacher for students (K-12)• Guided students through planned activities and tend to their’ physical and social-emotional needs• Maintained effective classroom management strategies and apply advanced teaching skills in all subject areas• Administered fair consequences for inappropriate student behavior and wrote detailed reports for teachers about class events and success stories

Calabasas, California

• Organized and taught hands-on lessons (grade 7/8, life science & chemistry) in accordance with the plans left by the previous teacher• Collaborated directly with fellow teachers to ensure alignment of curriculum and cross-subject integration• Administered and graded tests, recorded results, and calculated grades accordingly• Provided detailed student evaluations to advise students and document their’ academic progress• Served as a student advisor to provide… Show more • Organized and taught hands-on lessons (grade 7/8, life science & chemistry) in accordance with the plans left by the previous teacher• Collaborated directly with fellow teachers to ensure alignment of curriculum and cross-subject integration• Administered and graded tests, recorded results, and calculated grades accordingly• Provided detailed student evaluations to advise students and document their’ academic progress• Served as a student advisor to provide guidance and support to individual students’ academic and social needs• Contributed to faculty discussions and educational workshops on a regular basis Show less

San Francisco, California

• Developed and taught project-based science curriculum (environmental science, biology, chemistry, & physics) and directed daily extracurricular activities (sports, theater, film, dance, & cooking classes) to inner-city youth (grade 6-9) via six-week summer school program*• Conducted student assessments via diverse, hands-on examinations, oral presentations, and educational games to develop a deep understanding of what students have learned and retained • Prepared detailed… Show more • Developed and taught project-based science curriculum (environmental science, biology, chemistry, & physics) and directed daily extracurricular activities (sports, theater, film, dance, & cooking classes) to inner-city youth (grade 6-9) via six-week summer school program*• Conducted student assessments via diverse, hands-on examinations, oral presentations, and educational games to develop a deep understanding of what students have learned and retained • Prepared detailed student evaluations to advise students and document their’ academic progress• Provided training and support for intern teachers and teaching assistants to enhance teaching team relationships• Ensured a sustainable relationship with students, parents, and school personnel via effective communication (in-person meetings/ phone calls/ email correspondence) in a professional, polite, and refined manner*Note: 6-week summer school teaching program (Sum 2000-2008/ Sum 2011/ Sum 2016) Show less

San Francisco, California

• Presented interactive storytelling theater, performing a range of historical characters, to entertain and guide the learning experience of diverse audiences at the San Francisco Dungeon* • Collaborated with management team to provide training and support for newly hired actors*The San Francisco Dungeon is an interactive theater company, showcasing the dark history of San Francisco (1848-1907) via live actor shows.

Ga-Rankuwa, South Africa

• Directed student enrollment, student recruitment, student assessments and advising, school policies, and the recruitment and hiring of new faculty and staff• Organized and taught project-based life science curriculum (environmental science, biology, & health education) to disadvantaged youth (grade 8-10)• Administered student assessments via interactive lab practicals, oral presentations, and written examinations • Performed community outreach and home visits to ensure… Show more • Directed student enrollment, student recruitment, student assessments and advising, school policies, and the recruitment and hiring of new faculty and staff• Organized and taught project-based life science curriculum (environmental science, biology, & health education) to disadvantaged youth (grade 8-10)• Administered student assessments via interactive lab practicals, oral presentations, and written examinations • Performed community outreach and home visits to ensure students’ health, safety, and academic success • Spearheaded the development of school garden, annual science fair, recycling program, and tablet computer program to provide students with unique learning experiences • Prepared detailed quarterly reports to document school’s progress and goals for improvement• Provided professional development training and support for school staff and teachers to ensure positive team building relationships and effective learning experiences in the classroom Show less

Ga-Rankuwa, South Africa

• Facilitated teacher training workshops and professional development in a variety of concentration areas: -> Integrating technology in the classroom -> Hands-on project-based learning -> Teaching to varied learning styles -> Outdoor Education• Supported teachers and learners of LEAP Science and Maths Schools to promote educational equity in South Africa

San Francisco, California

• Designed and taught hands-on science curriculum to enrich the curious minds of young learners (PreK-2)• Performed student assessments via diverse, hands-on educational games to develop a deep understanding of what student have learned and retained • Presented lessons both in Spanish and English as part of a Spanish-infusion program• Collaborated directly with lead teachers to ensure cross-subject integration • Spearheaded school's annual science fair… Show more • Designed and taught hands-on science curriculum to enrich the curious minds of young learners (PreK-2)• Performed student assessments via diverse, hands-on educational games to develop a deep understanding of what student have learned and retained • Presented lessons both in Spanish and English as part of a Spanish-infusion program• Collaborated directly with lead teachers to ensure cross-subject integration • Spearheaded school's annual science fair program—from project consulting to event organizing Show less

El Salvador

• Co-facilitated DEI workshops and technical training workshops for volunteers and teachers to promote educational equity and leadership in Peace Corps, El Salvador• Performed community outreach and presented environmental health education to at-risk youth (K-12) and adults, both within formal and informal settings, to encourage sustainable healthy-lifestyle choices • Developed and taught a collection of interactive environmental education curriculum (A.P.A.: Actividades… Show more • Co-facilitated DEI workshops and technical training workshops for volunteers and teachers to promote educational equity and leadership in Peace Corps, El Salvador• Performed community outreach and presented environmental health education to at-risk youth (K-12) and adults, both within formal and informal settings, to encourage sustainable healthy-lifestyle choices • Developed and taught a collection of interactive environmental education curriculum (A.P.A.: Actividades Participativas Ambientales) to enhance learning opportunities for students and teachers• Conducted student assessments via hands-on educational activities and lab practicals to gain a deep understanding of what students know• Collaborated with El Salvador’s Ministry of Education to direct teacher trainings and professional development workshops for both new and veteran teachers• Spearheaded a community-based environmental club, a positive outlet for youth volunteers to express their love for the environment via projected-based activities—e.g. community fundraisers, garbage clean-up campaigns, and science-art murals/expositions• Directed educational theater group and presented environmental & health-themed plays to enrich the learning experience for students in developing schools Show less

Bacholar Of Science, Molecular Environmental Biology

Activities and Societies: Relay For Life, Theater For Charity

Animal Sciences

Education Abroad Program.