Susan Seyan
San Jose
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience in ELD curriculum development and culturally responsive teaching at Hoover Middle School. Proficient in differentiated instruction and data analysis, enhancing student engagement and promoting positive behavior. Dedicated to continuous improvement initiatives that support diverse learners and foster collaborative learning environments.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Reed Elementary School
San Jose
08.2022 - Current
- Designed and implemented engaging, differentiated lessons integrating online and hands-on resources.
- Delivered targeted ELD instruction to newcomer students before school hours.
- Promoted a supportive environment using Restorative Practices and PBIS strategies.
- Volunteered as a Girls on the Run coach.
- Served as PBIS Team Lead, promoting positive behavior supports school-wide.
Middle School ELD & Intervention Teacher
Hoover Middle School
San Jose
08.2020 - 06.2022
- Provided ELD instruction to newly arrived 6th-8th grade students from diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Led the English Learner Committee, providing professional development for staff.
- Integrated district curriculum with Writing Workshop and intervention strategies.
- Celebrated students' native languages and cultures in an inclusive classroom environment.
Intervention Specialist
Carson Elementary School
San Jose
08.2015 - 06.2020
- Delivered individualized academic interventions across grade levels.
- Facilitated Student Success Team (SST) processes, collaborating with families and staff.
- Led data analysis to inform instruction and monitor student growth.
- Developed an online intervention program during summer 2020 for remote learning continuity.
Intervention Specialist
Olinder Elementary School
San Jose
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Conducted small-group reading and writing interventions.
- Supported Data Chat meetings and documentation using Google Drive templates.
- Served as CAASPP Site Coordinator and led PD on testing procedures and Blended Learning.
- Additional roles: TIES Team Member, Student Council Advisor, Talent Committee Member.
Elementary Teacher - Grades 1-2
Carson Elementary School
San Jose
08.2006 - 06.2014
- Taught first, second, and combination classes with a focus on designated ELD.
- Maintained a classroom blog to enhance home-school communication.
- Integrated universal screening data and Blended Learning tools to guide instruction.
Pre-K Teacher & Preschool Co-Coordinator
Yew Chung International School
Mountain View
06.2000 - 06.2002
- Designed a dual-language curriculum aligned with early learning standards.
- Collaborated with a Mandarin-speaking co-teacher in a dual immersion program.
- Led preschool staff in curriculum planning and instructional goal setting.
Education
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential -
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA01.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Child and Adolescent Development
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA01.2002
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- 1:1 and small group support
- Early literacy strategies
- ELD curriculum development
- Instructional best practices
- Restorative practices and PBIS
- Site-level professional development
- Leadership and team collaboration
- Data analysis and online learning integration
- Positive behavior support
- Curriculum design and development
- Student engagement strategies
- Behavior management techniques
- Family collaboration
- Culturally responsive teaching practices
- Teaching strategies for motivation
- Continuous improvement initiatives
- Lifelong learning commitment
- Social-emotional learning integration
Certification
- English Learner Authorization
- English Single Subject Credential
- San Jose Area Writing Project - Teacher Consultant
Websites
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Reed Elementary School
08.2022 - Current
Middle School ELD & Intervention Teacher
Hoover Middle School
08.2020 - 06.2022
Intervention Specialist
Carson Elementary School
08.2015 - 06.2020
Intervention Specialist
Olinder Elementary School
08.2014 - 06.2015
Elementary Teacher - Grades 1-2
Carson Elementary School
08.2006 - 06.2014
Pre-K Teacher & Preschool Co-Coordinator
Yew Chung International School
06.2000 - 06.2002
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential -
San Jose State University
Bachelor of Arts - Child and Adolescent Development
San Jose State University
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