Science Teacher Behavioral Therapist

VANESSA BAGNOL

***** ******* ***** 760-***-****

Victorville, CA 92392 *******.******@*****.***

OBJECTIVE:

To obtain a position as a travel agent and create long lasting experiences for all.

EDUCATION:

Brandman University May 2018

M.A., Teaching

Single Subject Biology

GPA: 4.0

University of San Diego (USD) June 2018

Division of Professional & Continuing Education

Certification in Project Lead the Way – Principles of Biomedical Science University of California Santa Barbara (UCSB) December 2014 B.A., Sociology, minor in Applied Psychology and Education Major GPA: 3.80

Cumulative GPA: 3.24

• Research Methods, Chemistry & Physics lab, Community Affairs Board, Global Interaction Partners, Project Give, Dance Company

European Transformations (Rome & Madrid) Study Abroad Spring 2014 University of California ACCENT Center

• Relevant coursework: Dictatorship to Democracy, Globalization, and Migration in the Mediterranean.

• Spent quarter in each country of Italy and Spain, immersing in different cultures and traveling while maintaining excellency in academic performance.

EXPERIENCE:

Victor Valley Union High School District, Science Teacher Victorville, CA 2016 - Present

• Certified to teach High School Biological Sciences courses & Middle School Science

• Certified to teach Project Lead the Way – Principles of Biomedical Science Courses

• Incorporating Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) in classroom

• Implementing instructional strategies to support diverse learners of the 21st century

• Facilitate hands-on learning by incorporating labs, projects, and technology

• Interactive learning through different means of technologies and media

• Uses 5 E’s (Engagement, Explore, Explain, Elaborate and Evaluate)

• Strong collaboration skills with colleagues and open to professional development

• Ability to manage classroom of 36+ students

• Build strong rapport with students, parents, teachers, and administrators Victor Valley Union High School District, Substitute Teacher Victorville, CA 2015-2016

• Outstanding knowledge of basic teaching principles and methods from (K-12)

• Ability to properly handle misconduct.

• Profound understanding of grading and evaluation procedures

• Ability to remain assertive yet accessible to encourage learning

• Comprehensive knowledge in various subjects

• Proficient in MS Word Access and Excel

• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities

• Ability to adapt lesson plan/instruction techniques for students with special needs.

• Familiarity with theories and practices of education and child development. Institute for Behavioral Health, Behavioral Therapist Victorville, CA 2015-Present

• Incorporating Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) in direct therapy with autistic children.

• Provide Functional Behavior Assessments, 1:1 therapy in child’s home, school, parent training and social skills groups.

• Increasing functionally equivalent replacement behaviors and decreasing interfering behaviors so that each child can reach his or her full potential.

Sanctuary Psychiatric Centers, Residential Counselor Santa Barbara, CA 2014-2015

• Provide direct care and counseling to 12 adult clients with mental illness using an emphasis towards transitioning to independent living skills in society.

• Monitor client’s medication administration and maintain accurate medication records.

• Working in inter-disciplinary team utilizing a social rehabilitation approach and professional counseling decisions in potential crisis situations.

• Help plan and coordinate treatment plans and models that best suit the needs of each client’s case. Isla Vista After School Program, Intern Santa Barbara, CA 2013-2014

• Assisted in facilitating with a grade level class, committed to providing additional support to lead teacher in enhancing student learning, English speaking and social skills.

• Coordinated enrichment activities to counsel, instruct, and communicate with 50+ diverse students. LEADERSHIP POSITIONS:

ASB Club Advisor 2017- Present

• Club advisor for class of 2023. Assisted in facilitating class events, fundraisers, and planning. Dance/Singing Club Advisor 2017- Present

• Club advisor in charge of facilitating practices and performances for students. Catechist’s Teaching Assistant 2011 – 2014

• Volunteered as teacher's assistant/aid helping students in the class and engaged them by selflessly reaching out to educate and communicate with them,

High School Tutor & Mentor 2010 – 2014

• Avid Seminar Program tutor, helped college-bound students in certain areas such as Math, Science, English, Foreign Language, etc. to improve performance in order to ensure future success in prospective University students who are considered under privileged. World Youth Ministry, Pilgrim 2008 – 2012

• Group leader who spent many hours persistently hosting hospitality every week and organizing various other events in order to raise funds for the group’s endeavors and engaging others in productivity. COMPUTER SKILLS:

• PC and Macintosh Operating Systems, Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, SharePoint, Coding, PowerPoint SKILLS:

• Excellent leadership, strong communication and interpersonal skills, CPR & First Aid Certified, highly professional demeanor, good problem solving and process efficiency skills, very organized, high motivation and persistency, compassionate and strong.

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