Staycie Monsma
Yucaipa,CA
Summary
Innovative and collaborative middle school teacher and administrative designee bringing a 21-year background instructing and supporting students. Expertise in classroom oversight, course planning and behavior management. Successful at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders and support specialists to meet individual student needs. Committed to encouraging higher-order thinking to increase student performance.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Teacher- Various Grades and Subjects
Moreno Valley Unified School District
Vista Heights Middle School
04.2019 - Current
- Utilized various technology platforms to enhance virtual learning experiences during remote instruction periods, ensuring continued academic progress despite challenging circumstances.
- Mentored new teachers to help them acclimate to the school culture and implement effective teaching strategies.
- Enhanced classroom management and fostered a positive learning environment through consistent communication with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance, resulting in increased accountability among students.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Increased student participation in extracurricular programs by promoting club involvement and creating after-school tutoring opportunities.
Administrative Designee
Moreno Valley Unified School District
08.2010 - Current
- Perform administrative duties in the absence of the Site Administrator
- Preside over special education meetings such as IEPs, Manifestation Determinations and Staffings
- Interact with teachers, parents, students and other staff while administering student discipline
- Supervise and monitor students on Independent Study and collaborate with teachers to ensure all compliance procedures are followed.
Elementary School Teacher- 4th and 5th Grades
Moreno Valley Unified School District
Ridge Crest Elementary
08.2014 - 03.2019
- Site Testing Coordinator- organize testing, provide teacher training on testing security and administration
- Restructuring team member
- Implement Common Core instruction.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Utilized data-driven instruction techniques to analyze student performance trends and adjust teaching methods accordingly for optimal results.
ESY Administrative Intern
Moreno Valley Unified School District
04.2014 - 07.2017
- Oversee the ESY middle school program
- Supervise teachers and support staff
- Work collaboratively with multiple departments to ensure program success
- Monitor and direct student behavior
- Engage and build rapport with parents and students.
Middle School Teacher- Various grades and subjects
Moreno Valley Unified School District
Badger Springs Middle School
08.2002 - 06.2014
- Academic Team Lead-schedule and facilitate parent conferences, represent my colleagues during leadership meetings with the site administrator
- Department Lead for 6th grade Social Studies- create agendas, facilitate collaboration on the development of team goals, facilitate meetings, peer coaching and support, coordinate common assessments, extrapolate data for the purpose of collaboration and planning
- Designed and created an exploratory curriculum for multi-cultural studies, incorporating ELA, social studies and science standards.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance, resulting in increased accountability among students.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
Education
Administrative Services Credential -
California State University San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA2009
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
California State University - San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA2009
Multiple Subject Credential K-8, Credential Program -
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA2002
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
California Baptist University
Riverside, CA1999
Associate of Science - History
Crafton Hills College
Yucaipa, CA1997
Skills
- Speak, read, and write some Spanish
- Experienced in the analysis of student data
- Knowledgeable in educational code and student discipline procedures
- Understanding of IDEA, IEPs, and 504s
- Experienced in Independent Study policies and practices
- Knowledgeable in the restructuring process
- Collaborative Leadership
- Active participant in MVUSD Leadership Academies
- Attended Urban Issues Conference (Culture of Poverty) to gain a better understanding of issues facing students who live in poverty
- Attended Capturing Kids Hearts conference
- Attended Professional Communities at Work conference
- Attended IB training and program implementation
Timeline
Middle School Teacher- Various Grades and Subjects
Moreno Valley Unified School District
04.2019 - Current
Elementary School Teacher- 4th and 5th Grades
Moreno Valley Unified School District
08.2014 - 03.2019
ESY Administrative Intern
Moreno Valley Unified School District
04.2014 - 07.2017
Administrative Designee
Moreno Valley Unified School District
08.2010 - Current
Middle School Teacher- Various grades and subjects
Moreno Valley Unified School District
08.2002 - 06.2014
Administrative Services Credential -
California State University San Bernardino
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
California State University - San Bernardino
Multiple Subject Credential K-8, Credential Program -
Azusa Pacific University
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
California Baptist University
Associate of Science - History
Crafton Hills College