Dynamic 2nd Grade Teacher and Site Lead at Vacaville Unified School District, adept at implementing differentiated instruction and fostering team collaboration. Successfully mentored new educators while utilizing data analysis to enhance student achievement. Recognized for building strong relationships with families and leading initiatives that improved student engagement and attendance.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
2nd Grade Teacher, Mentor, and Site Lead
Vacaville Unified School District
11.2004 - Current
Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines for student learning.
Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of growth for students, implementing targeted interventions to close achievement gaps.
Differentiated instruction to meet the learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum.
Served as a Mentor Teacher for new educators entering the profession, offering guidance and support throughout their first years of teaching.
Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices.
Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
Collaborated with colleagues to develop lessons that will best support students learning.
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Saturday School Site Lead, organized and support staff, support student engagement throughout the day, work with families to regain positive attendance for their student.
Support the Principal and Vice Principal with administrative duties when they are off campus by supporting students, staff, peers, and parents as Site Lead.
Education
Induction Support Provider (BTSA) - Mentor Teacher
UC Davis
Davis, CA
04-2018
Teaching Credential - Eduacation
Chapman University
Fairfield, Ca
Bachelor of Arts - Education And Science
Sacramento State University
Sacratmento, Ca
12-2003
Induction For New Teachers - Induction (BTSA)
UC Davis
Davis, Ca
Skills
Curriculum implementation
Team collaboration
Organization
Problem solving skills
Lesson plan development
Differentiated instruction
Data analysis and progress monitoring
Classroom management
Mentor and support new teachers
Effective leadership
Accomplishments
Earned "Teacher of the Year" 2023
Completed the Aspiring Administrator Academy 2024
Collaborated with the district to Implemented after school enrichment programs for students.
Collaborated with the district to pilot instructional materials as part of the curriculum adoption process.
Partnered with the district on assessment alignment and redesigned the report cards to better reflect learning outcomes. (IMAP)
Worked as grade level leader to support the team with schedules, dates and information
Built a community garden on our school site
Worked with PTC and the community to obtain donations for our annual Fall Festival
Timeline
2nd Grade Teacher, Mentor, and Site Lead
Vacaville Unified School District
11.2004 - Current
Induction Support Provider (BTSA) - Mentor Teacher