Experience

Gradient Learning

• United States
• Education Management
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Summit Learning Fellow - Professional Training Facilitator

  • Jun 2022 - Present

  San Francisco Bay Area Facilitate professional training sessions for large groups of seasoned educators. Onboard new teachers supporting students with various abilities; Provide instructional feedback; and Provide technical assistance for appropriate curriculum internalization and professional practices.



Pasadena Unified School District

• United States
• E-Learning Providers
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Instructional Coach/Tech Leader

  • Aug 2022 - Present

  Pasadena, California, United States As an instructional coach, I am dedicated to helping educators refine their instructional practices, develop new skills, and implement best practices in the classroom. With years of experience as a teacher and a deep understanding of effective teaching strategies and pedagogical approaches, I have a proven track record of helping teachers and students achieve success. My work as an instructional coach involves collaborating with teachers to develop individualized professional development… Show more As an instructional coach, I am dedicated to helping educators refine their instructional practices, develop new skills, and implement best practices in the classroom. With years of experience as a teacher and a deep understanding of effective teaching strategies and pedagogical approaches, I have a proven track record of helping teachers and students achieve success. My work as an instructional coach involves collaborating with teachers to develop individualized professional development plans, providing ongoing support and feedback, and facilitating professional learning communities. Whether leading a workshop, providing one-on-one coaching, or observing classroom instruction, I am committed to helping teachers grow and improve their practice. In addition to working with teachers, I also collaborate with administrators, parents, and other stakeholders to develop and implement effective school-wide initiatives. Through this work, I have developed strong communication and leadership skills, and I am able to motivate and inspire those around me to work towards a shared vision of success. I am committed to ongoing professional development and staying current with the latest research and best practices in education. I hold a Master of Education and have completed additional training in professional development facilitation. I am also an active Summit Learning Fellow with Gradient Learning.

• Middle School Teacher/Lead Summit Learning Teacher

  • Aug 2018 - Present

  Pasadena Strengthening critical thinking in students. Teaching how to think, not what you think in an unbiased space. Encouraging students to learn through curiosity and inquiry. Providing a safe space to question, doubt, and reveal their why. Constantly learning from students and nurturing my why via professional development opportunities.

• Executive Secretary (Marketing Coordinator)

  • Jul 2015 - Aug 2018

  Pasadena, California, United States Supervise district-wide receptionist; Designed warm and welcoming environment in front lobby, Streamlined room reservation process; Supervise part-time clerk-typist; Develop marketing materials for Human Resources – Customer Relations: Develop concept for logo and newsletter design; Back-up proxy for emergency notifications, Develop Human Resources Newsletter; Manage district-wide social media; Manage district-wide flyer approval database and processes; Create and maintain LinkedIn page for… Show more Supervise district-wide receptionist; Designed warm and welcoming environment in front lobby, Streamlined room reservation process; Supervise part-time clerk-typist; Develop marketing materials for Human Resources – Customer Relations: Develop concept for logo and newsletter design; Back-up proxy for emergency notifications, Develop Human Resources Newsletter; Manage district-wide social media; Manage district-wide flyer approval database and processes; Create and maintain LinkedIn page for district; Voice of PUSD: Recorded voice for all school sites across PUSD, Revised and recorded district call-in script for ease of access; Collaborate with departments on messaging and flyer designs, Developed concept for Welcome PUSD lobby banners, Front cover of 2016 Parent/Student Handbook, Create concept for various advertising flyers for district offices and school sites

• Communications Representative (Administrative Assistant)

  • Mar 2009 - Jul 2015

  Pasadena, CA I have successfully employed my administrative, fiscal and operational skills in progressively responsible positions in educational, technical and financial organizations. Key accomplishments in this position include: • Collaborate PASadena – Parent Engagement Team; Collaboration with city, district, and outside organizations; plan best practices for parent and community engagement. • Initiated the development and implementation of communications plan for internal and… Show more I have successfully employed my administrative, fiscal and operational skills in progressively responsible positions in educational, technical and financial organizations. Key accomplishments in this position include: • Collaborate PASadena – Parent Engagement Team; Collaboration with city, district, and outside organizations; plan best practices for parent and community engagement. • Initiated the development and implementation of communications plan for internal and external communication. • Manage communications’ projects – We Are PUSD Wednesday; Facebook Free Book Friday, Back to School Campaigns, Documenting High School Graduations, PUSD Guide to Schools, “Welcome Back” Campaign in Major Publication, Parent/Student Handbook • Consult upper management on layout of social media strategy (Pros and Cons). Assist with creation of photo layout and verbiage for daily messages and best practices. • Provided support to KLRN, the district’s telecommunications department, and the Office of Translations. • Liaise with parents, community organizations, staff, and other PUSD stakeholders. • Managed fiscal operations for three departments, including monitoring $1 million budget, and administering requisitions, purchase orders, invoicing, and payment processes. • Establish and execute systems to improve efficiency, productivity and customer relations. • Assist with PUSD website maintenance and training. • Manage student interns, providing instruction, projects and support to meet the needs of the district. • Write and edit news releases, media advisories, employee newsletter, and correspondence to parents and stakeholders. • Administer electronic communications: Peachjar; SchoolMessenger; Nixle • Manage District online presence through developing, and updating District website and social media content to support key initiatives, district reputation, etc., to support needs and channels • Recruited translators and managed translator/interpreter personnel.



Abode Communities

• United States
• Real Estate

• Conversion Specialist - Systems Technology Coordinator

  • Mar 2006 - Oct 2008

  I assisted company in becoming green by eliminating paper-based systems. Converted paper-based lease, and rent collection system to new computer based system. Point person to maintain contact between Abode Communities and software company. Facilitated trainings for in house management and property management team. Participated in team settings to initiate, develop and implement new methods to improve conversion efficiency at property management sites. Achieved 100% conversion… Show more I assisted company in becoming green by eliminating paper-based systems. Converted paper-based lease, and rent collection system to new computer based system. Point person to maintain contact between Abode Communities and software company. Facilitated trainings for in house management and property management team. Participated in team settings to initiate, develop and implement new methods to improve conversion efficiency at property management sites. Achieved 100% conversion, and increased rent collection efficiency by 80%. Show less