Manager Teacher

P.O. Box ***** Dubai, United Arab Emirates Ph. +971-**-***-**** **********@*****.***

Education

May 1994, MS Social Work, Fresno State University, Fresno CA

May 1990, Multiple Subject Teaching Credential, University of California, Davis CA

May 1989, BS Child Development, University of California, Davis CA

Experience

2011-2013 Teacher/Department Leader, Dubai American Academy

As 5th Grade Teacher (2012-2013), designed and implemented lessons to meet academic, intellectual, and

social needs of international students from diverse backgrounds

As ELL Department Leader (2011-2012), collaborated with Administration to implement best ELL instructional

practices; led ELL Department in reviewing and revising the school s ELL program philosophy and handbook;

oversaw the daily management of the department

Designed and implemented ESL lessons, using explicit instruction for all four language domains: speaking,

listening, reading and writing

Implemented effective instructional strategies that allowed ELL students access to the curriculum while

learning English

2001-2011 Teacher, Turlock Unified School District, Turlock CA

Served as a first, second and fourth grade teacher

Designed and implemented lessons to meet academic, intellectual, and social needs of students

Actively engaged students in the learning process through the use of manipulatives, movies, fine arts, songs,

and projects to encourage participation and allow students to take responsibility for their learning

Enhanced student learning by using varied teaching strategies, including whole group, individual, small group

and teacher modeling to provide solid academic foundation and positive attitude toward education

2007-2009 Instructional Coach (Teacher on special assignment), Turlock Unified School District, Turlock CA

Provided professional development in the areas of instructional strategies, classroom management, and

student performance to Kindergarten through Sixth grade teachers

Observed teachers lessons and provided feedback

Modeled lessons in classrooms

Assisted teachers in lesson planning, lesson delivery, assessment and monitoring of student performance

2000-2001 Program Manager, Stanislaus County Department of Human Services, Modesto CA

Charged with distributing and overseeing funds to contracted non-profit organizations that provide services to

families for the purpose of preserving the family unit

Assessed and monitored the effectiveness of contracted non-profit organizations service delivery to families

Collaborated with community professionals to enhance service delivery to families

Provided quarter and annual program reports to the County Board of Supervisors

1995-2000 Child Protective Services Supervisor/Social Worker, Stanislaus County, Modesto CA

Supervised and evaluated the performance of social workers

Recruited, trained, and supported social workers

Collaborated with law enforcement and medical professionals to complete child abuse investigations

Investigated and processed reports of abused, exploited, or neglected children

Provided professional evaluation on the level of protection needed

Filed petitions in Family and Youth Court to initiate the protective process

Teamed with Family and Youth Court and law enforcement to develop a county-wide protocol for child abuse

investigation

1990-1992 Teacher, Fairfield-Suisun School District, Fairfield CA

Provided educational programs to first and second grade students

Developed lesson plans and instructional materials and provided individualized and small group instruction to

adapt curriculum to the needs of each student

Evaluated students academic and social growth, maintained appropriate records and progress reports, and

communicated regularly with parents regarding each student's progress.

Professional Development and Training

2012, ELL Best Practices Institute, NESA, Muscat, Oman

2009, SB466 Math Institute, Stanislaus County Office of Education, Modesto CA

2007, Cognitive Coaching, San Joaquin County Office of Education, Stockton CA

2003, Cross Cultural, Language, and Academic Development Certificate, University of California, San Diego CA

2002, SB472 Reading Institute, Stanislaus County Office of Education, Modesto CA

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