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Kerry Pacheco

Merced

Summary

Compassionate educator with experience at Merced City School District, adept at curriculum implementation and fostering student engagement. Skilled in differentiated instruction and classroom management, I successfully supported diverse learners through tailored interventions, enhancing their academic performance and promoting a positive learning environment. Committed to building strong relationships with students and colleagues.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade

Merced City School District, AESD & McSwain
10.2024 - Current
  • Adapted quickly to various classroom settings and grade levels by demonstrating flexibility, adaptability, and a strong understanding of diverse curricula.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, promoting open communication and collaboration.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by implementing consistent classroom management techniques and clear expectations for behavior.
  • Provided extra support for struggling learners through targeted intervention strategies and additional resources where needed.

Lifeguard

UC Merced Aquatics Center
03.2023 - 08.2024
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
  • Handled incident reporting accurately and efficiently, documenting any occurrences that required intervention or assistance from lifeguard staff.

Teacher's Assistant

Cal Teach UC Merced
08.2021 - 12.2023
  • Constructed and taught 5E lesson plans that accommodate various learning styles.
  • Conducting one-on-one group tutoring to assist students with difficult instruction.
  • Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
  • Assisted with elementary, middle, and high school students.


Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of California, Merced
Merced, CA
05-2024

Skills

  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Student engagement
  • IEP implementation
  • 504 plan implementation
  • Classroom management
  • Lesson planning
  • Differentiated instruction

Certification

  • CPR/AED Certification
  • Bloodborne Pathogen Training Certification
  • Certificate of Clearance 5/23/24
  • Certificate of Completion Disability Justice in Schools


Timeline

Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade

Merced City School District, AESD & McSwain
10.2024 - Current

Lifeguard

UC Merced Aquatics Center
03.2023 - 08.2024

Teacher's Assistant

Cal Teach UC Merced
08.2021 - 12.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of California, Merced
Kerry Pacheco