David Mejia
Fresno
Summary
Mathematics Educator and Department Lead committed to empowering learners through personalized intervention strategies and data-driven curriculum alignment. Proven track record in enhancing student promotion rates and engagement via innovative professional development and the implementation of the Building Thinking Classrooms framework.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Math Department Lead
WEST FRESNO MIDDLE SCHOOL
Fresno
08.2025 - Current
- Orchestrated mathematics department’s strategic vision, aligning curriculum with state standards and supporting school-wide achievement goals.
- Lead site-wide professional development on the Building Thinking Classrooms model, mentoring staff on collaborative, vertical-surface, and randomized-grouping strategies.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify instructional gaps and implemented targeted pivots, resulting in improved numeracy rates.
Mathematics Teacher
WEST FRESNO MIDDLE SCHOOL
Fresno
08.2018 - Current
- Math Club Advisor (Migrant Student Support): Developed and led a specialized tutoring program for migrant students, focusing on linguistic accessibility and core math proficiency to ensure equitable access.
- Implement daily lesson plans using the Building Thinking Classrooms framework, fostering a culture of active problem-solving and critical thinking.
- Facilitated daily Academic Intervention Program for 8th-grade students, providing multi-subject support to help students meet graduation requirements.
- Active member of the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) Team (August 2024 – Present), collaborating on school-wide behavioral and academic intervention strategies.
- Served on the School Site Council (August 2018 – June 2023), contributing to the development and monitoring of the School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) and site budget allocations.
Student Teacher
WEST FRESNO MIDDLE SCHOOL
Fresno
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Completed full-year clinical teaching residency in 8th-grade mathematics, implementing effective classroom management and scaffolded instruction strategies.
- Contributed to development of math intervention framework for at-risk learners, enhancing support structures for student success.
- Designed lesson plans to engage students in diverse learning activities.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to promote critical thinking and collaboration.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments and feedback sessions.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01-2023
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ06-2018
Skills
- MTSS Frameworks
- Tier 2 & 3 Interventions
- Google Classroom
- Instructional support
- PowerSchool
- Facilitation skills
- Adaptive teaching
- Classroom management
- Data analysis
- Student promotion coaching
- Curriculum development
- Professional development
Technical And Instructional Skills
- Instructional Models: Building Thinking Classrooms (BTC), MTSS Frameworks, Tier 2 & 3 Interventions.
- Educational Technology: Google Classroom, Canvas, PowerSchool, i-Ready
- Leadership: PLC facilitator , curriculum leadership, and student promotion coaching.
Credentials And Authorizations
- Cleared Single Subject Teaching Credential: Mathematics
- CLAD Authorization (Cross-cultural, Language, and Academic Development)
- Trained Practitioner: Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics
Certification
Cleared Single Subject Mathematics Credential
Timeline
Math Department Lead
WEST FRESNO MIDDLE SCHOOL
08.2025 - Current
Mathematics Teacher
WEST FRESNO MIDDLE SCHOOL
08.2018 - Current
Student Teacher
WEST FRESNO MIDDLE SCHOOL
08.2017 - 06.2018
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics Education
Grand Canyon University