Richard 'Mark' Nygaard
San Luis Obispo,CA
Summary
Dynamic educator with a strong background in STEM education at Lucia Mar Unified School District, fostering academic growth and motivating student academic interest. Proven ability to mentor student teachers and implement advanced math programs. Skilled in data analysis from environmental science roles, combining analytical expertise with a supportive teaching approach to enhance student learning.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher, 5th and 4th Grades
Lucia Mar Unified School District
08.1998 - 06.2025
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
Pharmacy Technician
French Hospital
1990 - 1997
- Medication fulfillment and distribution, including preparation of IV protocols.
Lab Scientist
JBL Scientific
1990 - 1990
- Prepared amino acids for use in pharmaceuticals.
Air Quality Monitor
Environmental Monitoring, Inc.
1988 - 1990
- Collected and analyzed Air Quality data from field sites.
Aquaculture
Abalone Unlimited
1986 - 1988
- Raised cultured abalone from embryo to market size.
Environmental Scientist
EPA
1986 - 1986
- Collected and analyzed Water Quality data from field sites.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Administration
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA06-2009
California Teaching Credential Program
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA06-1998
Bachelor of Science - Environmental And Systematic Biology
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA06-1986
Skills
- STEM Education
- Advanced Math GATE program
- Student Teacher Mentor - 7 years
Certification
- California Administrative Services Credential, 2009
- California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential with Science add-on to 9th grade, 1998
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher, 5th and 4th Grades
Lucia Mar Unified School District
08.1998 - 06.2025
Pharmacy Technician
French Hospital
1990 - 1997
Lab Scientist
JBL Scientific
1990 - 1990
Air Quality Monitor
Environmental Monitoring, Inc.
1988 - 1990
Aquaculture
Abalone Unlimited
1986 - 1988
Environmental Scientist
EPA
1986 - 1986
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Administration
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
California Teaching Credential Program
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Bachelor of Science - Environmental And Systematic Biology
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
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