Suzanne Park
Escondido
Summary
Professional educator with strong background in mentoring and instructional support. Skilled in creating engaging lesson plans, individualized learning strategies, and fostering academic growth. Team-focused collaborator who adapts to changing educational needs and consistently drives student success. Reliable and results-driven with excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Foundations Tutor
Classical Conversations of Escondido
08.2023 - Current
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Foundations/Essentials Director
Classical Conversations of Escondido
02.2020 - 06.2022
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors for reduced costs and improved service quality.
- Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
Foundations/Essentials Tutor
Classical Conversations of Escondido
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Adapted teaching style to accommodate diverse learning needs, resulting in improved academic performance for all students.
Foundations Tutor
Classical Conversations of Escondido
08.2014 - 06.2018
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Foundations Tutor
Classical Conversations of Escondido
08.2011 - 06.2013
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
Science Teacher
Escondido Unified School District
08.2004 - 06.2006
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Incorporated project-based learning into the curriculum, challenging students to apply scientific principles in real-world situations while developing teamwork skills.
- Enhanced classroom environment for effective learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world applications of scientific concepts.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance; consistently enforced policies while maintaining fairness and respect toward all students.
- Implemented inquiry-based learning techniques in the classroom, promoting curiosity and active engagement among students.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, helping students improve their critical thinking and problem-solving skills in science.
- Led after-school tutoring sessions for struggling learners; provided personalized support that contributed to marked improvements in overall understanding of course material.
- Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
Science Teacher
The Preuss School (UC San Diego)
09.2002 - 06.2004
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that connected science with other subjects, fostering a well-rounded education.
- Maintained consistent communication with parents regarding student performance, collaborating on strategies to support academic success at home.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
- Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
- Supported student comprehension of scientific principles through individualized instruction.
- Collaborated with other teachers to integrate science into other curricula.
- Championed a positive classroom culture where questions were encouraged and mistakes viewed as learning opportunities, boosting overall student confidence in their abilities as scientists.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay updated on current research findings and best practices in science education.
Education
Masters of Education - Education
University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, CA06-2003
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, CA06-2002
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Strategic planning
- Curriculum alignment
- Organization and preparation
- Growth mindset
- Faculty collaboration and support
Certification
- Single Subject Teaching Credential (Biological Sciences)
- Supplementary Credential (Chemistry)
Timeline
Foundations Tutor
Classical Conversations of Escondido
08.2023 - Current
Foundations/Essentials Director
Classical Conversations of Escondido
02.2020 - 06.2022
Foundations/Essentials Tutor
Classical Conversations of Escondido
08.2019 - 05.2020
Foundations Tutor
Classical Conversations of Escondido
08.2014 - 06.2018
Foundations Tutor
Classical Conversations of Escondido
08.2011 - 06.2013
Science Teacher
Escondido Unified School District
08.2004 - 06.2006
Science Teacher
The Preuss School (UC San Diego)
09.2002 - 06.2004
Masters of Education - Education
University of California, San Diego
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of California, San Diego
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