Svetlana Popov
7352 Purple Sage Ct., Sacramento
Summary
Student-centered Mathematics Instructor with 16 years of experience seeking a community college faculty position. Proven success in accelerated and spiral-based curriculum design, mastery-focused assessment, and active-learning strategies that increase confidence and readiness for college-level calculus.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Math Teacher
San Juan Unified School District
Carmichael, CA
08.2009 - Current
- Designed and implemented spiral-based and accelerated curricula for diverse secondary learners, aligning course outcomes with college readiness goals.
- Achieved a 92% AP Calculus AB pass rate by aligning rigorous formative assessments with exam standards, offering targeted exam prep, and coordinating extended-review sessions.
- Developed and taught an accelerated Integrated Math 3+ course (Algebra II + Pre-Calculus) completed in one year; over 90% of students reported confidence and readiness for Calculus AB and subsequently succeeded in the course.
- Employed active-learning strategies and weekly mastery checks to accelerate learning in compressed timelines.
- Implemented focused problem-solving workshops and targeted interventions, reducing remediation needs and improving transfer-level preparedness.
- Coordinated tutoring programs, office-hour supports, and family/colleague communication to resolve learning roadblocks.
- Maintained accurate guidebook and attendance records; designed standards-aligned assessments and course materials.
Education
M.A. - Curriculum and Instruction
University of the Pacific
05.2013
Single Subject Teaching Credential - Mathematics
Fortune School of Education
05.2012
B.A. - Mathematics
California State University, Sacramento
05.2009
Skills
- Advanced mathematics instruction: AP Calculus AB, Integrated Math 3 (former Algebra 2 and Pre-Calculus)
- Accelerated course design & spiral curriculum implementation
- Mastery-based assessment & data-driven instruction
- Student confidence building & college-readiness strategies
- Differentiated instruction for mixed-ability and multilingual cohorts
- Educational technology: Google Classroom, online homework systems, graphing tools
Certification
- Single Subject Teaching Credential — Mathematics
- Professional development in co-requisite instruction, curriculum design, assessment literacy, and equity-focused teaching
Timeline
Math Teacher
San Juan Unified School District
08.2009 - Current
Single Subject Teaching Credential - Mathematics
Fortune School of Education
B.A. - Mathematics
California State University, Sacramento
M.A. - Curriculum and Instruction
University of the Pacific
Honors
Teacher of the Year — San Juan Unified School District & Sacramento County, 2020, Teacher of the Year — Middle School, San Juan Unified School District, 2012
Selected Strengths
- Clear communicator and collaborator with experience mentoring colleagues and coordinating cross-department supports
- Culturally responsive pedagogy and inclusive classroom practices
- Track record of measurable student achievement and increased retention in mathematics pathways