Catharina Beussen
HOLLISTER
Summary
Dedicated High School Math Teacher with expertise in curriculum development for Common Core Math 3 and AP Statistics. Enhanced student engagement and critical thinking, resulting in a 70% AP exam pass rate and strong district assessment outcomes. Committed to fostering effective learning environments that drive academic success.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Math Teacher
SUHSD
Salinas
08.2005 - 05.2026
Taught standard, remedial, and advanced math courses, including Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Math II, Math III, Math Analysis, and AP Statistics, achieving a 70% pass rate for students on the AP Statistics Exam.
Collaborated with Math 3 team to enhance curriculum and design assessments, improving overall student understanding and engagement.
Middle School Math Teacher
SUHSD
Salinas
08.2004 - 05.2005
After finishing my BS at San Jose State University I was offered a position as a mathematics teacher for 8th grade at Harden Middle School. During this time, taught the students 8th grade mathematics to prepare them for the 9th grade algebra course.
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles, fostering student participation and understanding.
- Facilitated classroom discussions that promoted critical thinking and collaboration among students.
- Designed instructional materials utilizing educational technology and resources to enhance lesson delivery and student engagement.
Education
Master of Arts - Master of Education Curriculum & Instruction
Concordia University
Portland, OR04-2015
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA12-2003
Associate of Science - Mathematics
Hartnell College
Salinas, CA06-2003
Skills
- Algebra and geometry instruction
- AP statistics preparation
- Curriculum design
- Common core standards
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Educational leadership
- Professional collaboration
- Critical thinking
Timeline
High School Math Teacher
SUHSD
08.2005 - 05.2026
Middle School Math Teacher
SUHSD
08.2004 - 05.2005
Master of Arts - Master of Education Curriculum & Instruction
Concordia University
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
San Jose State University
Associate of Science - Mathematics
Hartnell College