Angela V. Montez
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EDUCATION
• Single Subject Teaching Credential (Preliminary)- Dominican University of California (2004 –
2006)
• B.A. Environmental Studies - California State University East Bay (1979 – 1983)
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
9th Grade Earth Science Teacher, Buckingham Magnet Charter, Vacaville CA (August 2010 – present)
Teach Earth Science content standards by designing and delivering a rigorous curriculum. Regularly collaborate with
science department staff members to review program elements.
6th Grade Science Specialist, Making Waves Academy, Richmond CA (August 209-June 1, 2010)
Develop, implement and evaluate 6th grade science program primarily around Earth Science content standards. Design
instruction that promotes academic language development, different learning styles and recognizes child cognitive and
social development, regularly collaborate with school science team, conduct ongoing formative and summative
assessments and analyze data regularly to inform curricular decisions.
High School Geometry Teacher, Aspire 2 Achieve, Vallejo CA (September 2009 – June 2010)
Teach high school core geometry course in an independent study school program.
High School Earth Science Teacher, Lighthouse Community Charter, Oakland CA (August 2008 – June 2009)
Implement in-depth learning expeditions around Earth Science content standards, incorporate field work and experts,
expose students to career opportunities, design instruction that promotes academic language development, regularly
collaborate with grade level team, conduct ongoing formative and summative assessments, analyze data regularly to
inform curricular decisions and develop intervention programs for students in need of academic support.
Assistant Program Manager, Aspire 2 Achieve, Vallejo CA (January 2008 – August 2008)
Serve as academic adviser, attendance clerk, supervise students, maintain student records, accounting (electronic
payments of taxes, insurance, etc.), assist in curriculum development in science, substitute for all classes offered and
handle safety and emergencies as needed.
Math/Science/Technology Teacher Leader, MIT Academy, Vallejo CA (July 2007 – December 2007)
Oversee implement of intervention plan in math, science and technology, monitor placement test admissions, data
analysis, provide support for intensive and strategic support class teachers, guide implementation of standards-based
assessment and reporting, oversee professional development, monitor school progress toward subject area strategic
goals, coordinate and schedule collaboration meetings, foster communication and teamwork among various parts of the
faculty and teach on middle school intensive math intervention.
Science Teacher, MIT Academy, Vallejo CA (August 2004 – June 2007)
Taught 9th grade E.A.S.T. (Environmental and Spatial Technology), 10th grade Earth Science, 6th & 7th grade
Coordination Science, and 12th grade Chemistry. Set up the high school chemistry lab. Developed project based
curriculum (grades 6 -12). Design and implement Cesar Chavez Day of Service and Learning with EAST students. Plan
and organize the 9th grade camping and ropes/challenge course field experiences. Served as student advisor for 9th and
10th grade students.
Science Teacher, Jesse Bethel High School, Vallejo CA (September 2001 – June 2004)
Taught 12th grade Earth Science, 12th grade General Science, 9th and 10th grade Coordinated Science. Set up the school’s
community garden.
Director, Math/Science Nucleus, 4074 Eggers Drive, Fremont, CA (September 1984-August 1987)
K-12 science curriculum development, program management, in-house staff training, K-12 teacher training, grant
writing, conference presentations and other public speaking events.
OTHER
Software Proficiency: MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel and data management systems (Edusoft, Pearson and
PowerSchool)
BTSA (Year 1), Contra Costa County Office of Education, CA (September 2009-June 2010)
Fifth Year Clear Credential Program, UC San Diego, SB 2042 (August 2008 – June 2009)
Educational Leadership Program, Touro University, Vallejo CA (August 2008 – June 2009)