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California, United States

Develop Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) aligned content for general, college preparatory (CP), and Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) Biology district course. Create Canvas course for Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Biomed and Engineering pathways.• Designed and facilitated a comprehensive training program to “teach the teacher” to equip instructors for effective implementation of PLTW curriculum and courses• Presented PLTW Biomedical Curriculum and Program Enhancements at the 2017 and 2018 California PLTW State Conferences• Presented a seminar on “Engaging Students in Campus Sustainability” at the 2016 California STEM Conference

Bakersfield, California, United States

Lead instruction for courses in Biology (general, CP and GATE), PLTW Environmental Sustainability, Principles of Biomedical Science, and Medical Interventions. Serve as Professional Learning Circle (PLC) Lead for Biology and PLTW.• Increased student grades, passage rates, and retention by leveraging MakerSpace training to transform traditional STEM education into interactive modality and fully engage students through project-based learning• Designed and launched a program for elementary school students to build interest and excitement for careers in science; hosted STEAM outreach nights to facilitate hands-on, interactive science seminars at local schools• Developed leadership opportunities for high school students to host and facilitate STEAM programming• Spearheaded initiatives to drive instructional excellence throughout the district by hosting staff development trainings, and through service as PLTW Program Coordinator• Support and empower student development through service as Senior Class Advisor• Drive student academic achievement through leadership as Founder and Club Advisor for GEMS (Girls in Engineering, Math, and Science), PLTW, and Consider College• Recognized for teaching excellence through receipt of the 2017 and 2019 Kevin McCarthy 23rd Congressional District “Most Influential Teacher” award• Cultivated an inclusive and safe school environment through peer leadership as SEL (social-emotional learning) Internal Champion, facilitation of implicit bias training, and management of teach the teacher programming • Served as a member of School Site Council, and member of the PRIDE Team (PBIS Tier 1 Interventions)

Bakersfield, California, United States

Support first- and second-year teachers through mentorship and coaching in content and lesson evaluation to expand instructional skill set and elevate their ability to clear the CA state teaching credential. Conduct classroom observation. Build strong working relationships through facilitation of regular mentor meetings.• Supported 2 teachers in successful achievement of their CA clear credentials

Delano, California, United States

Facilitated instruction for courses including Chemistry, Integrated Science, Biology (general, CP, and GATE), Leadership, and AVID (Advancement via Individual Determination).• Led initiatives to elevate teaching excellence throughout the high school through service as Biology Professional Learning Community (PLC) Lead, and member of the School Site Council• Increased student engagement in co-curricular development activities by organizing all ASB sponsored school events, and serving as the UFO (United Filipino Organization) Advisor • Expanded student access to STEM education by leading engagement in the 2011 REVS-UP Poster Presentation (a Chevron sponsored college level research opportunity), where students earned 1st and 3rd place• Awarded the 2013 Paramount Education Programs “Most Influential Teacher” award

Single Subject Teaching Credential

• Apple Grant Recipient (Title 1 school experience) • Internship Credential awarded in place of student teaching

Bachelor Of Science, Biology

• Graduated with Cum Laude academic honors • Completed Honors Practicum in Teaching, Biology

Biology/Biological Sciences, General

Biology/Biological Sciences, General