6Th Grade Math And Science Teacher/ Science Coordinator/ Curriculum Developer
Greater Los Angeles Area
• Provided daily standards based instruction for Art, Mathematics, Science, and Study Skills. • Ensured the achievement of students’ performance through reporting, coaching, and retraining of students. Participated in Curriculum Advisory committees. • Developed and provided professional development to adults in the areas of curriculum, instruction and assessment, classroom management, underperforming students and groups, intervention, incorporating technology into the classroom and standardized science curriculum. • Supported and advised teachers on basic computer skills, internet, email, word processing, desktop publishing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations, Web Quest, internet research and lesson building.SCIENCE COORDINATOR – • Served as a coach, trainer, support provider, and mentor teacher to 25 teachers.• Provided professional development, model standards-based instructional strategies and differentiated lessons and build content pedagogy capacity for teachers. • Assisted with the implementation of periodic assessments in science.CURRICULUM – • Developed and implemented Fundamental Reading and Mathematics programs for 5th grade students transitioning into middle school.• Developed and implemented intervention programs (Language Arts and Mathematics) for students who are struggling in Middle School.• Developed and implemented parent workshops. COLLEGE BOUND PROGRAM – • Developed and implemented a Learning Skills class that provided students with skills to be successful students (time management & organizational skills, creating college portfolio, looking at future careers, identifying role models & mentors). DANCE TEAM DIRECTOR/COACH-• Knowledgeable and trained as a Dance Director and Coach.• Conducted practices in a lively and organized manner.• Hired professional choreographers to train dance team.• Participated in local and regional competition.