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Toan Tran

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Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Long Beach Unified School District, excelling in classroom management and fostering student engagement. Developed innovative lesson plans that enhanced critical thinking and differentiated instruction, resulting in improved student performance. A dedicated mentor, I prioritize relationship building and effective communication with parents to support diverse learning needs.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Long Beach Unified School District
09.1995 - 06.2025
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • 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.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • 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.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
  • Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
  • Conducted ongoing professional development in educational technology, keeping teaching approach current and effective.
  • Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
  • Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
  • Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
  • Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
  • Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
  • Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
  • Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
  • Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
  • Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
  • Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
  • Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
  • Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
  • Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
  • Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
  • Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.

Education

Education

California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
05.1992

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Motivating students
  • Student engagement
  • Behavior management
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Positive role model and mentor
  • Growth mindset
  • Classroom instruction
  • Conflict resolution
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Collaborative learning
  • Student-centered learning
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Curriculum implementation
  • Student assessment
  • Small group instruction
  • Learning strategies
  • Innovative lesson planning
  • Curriculum development
  • Technology integration
  • Social-emotional learning training
  • Group instruction
  • Classroom technology
  • Project-based learning
  • Student needs assessment
  • Performance assessments
  • Student rapport
  • Cooperative learning experience
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Data-driven instruction
  • Testing and grading
  • Elementary education
  • Student evaluations
  • Assessment strategies
  • Learning assessments
  • Student records management
  • Alternative learning methods
  • Faculty collaboration
  • Instructional methods
  • Subject matter expertise
  • Instructional best practices
  • Serving diverse communities
  • Assigning and grading work
  • Inquiry-based learning
  • ESL- english as second language
  • Learning style assessment
  • Standardized testing
  • Test grading
  • State teaching credential
  • Curriculum compliance with state
  • Empathy and patience
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Lesson delivery
  • Team building
  • Student motivation
  • Record keeping
  • Data analysis
  • Visual aids utilization
  • Excellent classroom management
  • Parent-teacher conference coordination
  • Reporting and documentation
  • Standardized testing techniques
  • Effective listening
  • Parent and teacher conferences
  • Classwork assignment
  • Flexible and adaptive
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Quizzes, tests, and exams
  • Creative lesson plan development
  • Homework assignment
  • Parental participation
  • Creative lesson planning

Timeline

Teacher

Long Beach Unified School District
09.1995 - 06.2025

Education

California State University, Long Beach
Toan Tran