Experience

Brandman University - Chapman University System

• Adjunct Faculty, Supervisor

  • Jun 2015 - Present

  University Supervisors mentor the student teachers as they strive to complete the Calif Teaching Performance Assessments. Act as a member of a support team for student teachers. Developed collaborative relationships with school administration, master teachers, student teachers, and University staff. Trained Master/Mentor Teachers on the methodology Brandman uses with Student Teachers Observed the candidates noting strengths of the lesson and areas for improvement. Allowed student teachers time to reflect on their teaching. Performed formative and summative evaluations. Show less



Johns Hopkins University, Whiting School of Engineering

• Teacher Fellow

  • Jul 2015 - Aug 2015

  Engineering Innovation is based on an introductory engineering course taught to undeclared freshmen engineering students at JHU. EI covers a range of fundamental engineering topics including materials science, civil, mechanical, electrical, robotics, and chemical engineering. The course includes lectures, but focuses on hands-on lab experiments and group projects The goal of the course is to expose students to engineering principles, allow them to apply the math and science they learn in high school to solving real world problems, and to help students develop critical thinking skills. I used an instructional style that emphasizes the process of problem-solving rather than memorizing material. I was able to engage students by getting them to think and participate rather than being lectured to. Essentially I engaged, encouraged and excited the students. Show less



LAUSD

• United States
• Medical Practices

• Mathematics Teacher

  • 2005 - 2014

  Taught Statistics, Algebra 2, Algebra 1, Geometry. Carnegie Learning materials used one year and had statistically significant better results (measured by chi squared) than the general student population.ALEKS modules used in four groupings as student-level appropriate tutoring in a single study hall.MOBILIZE program successfully instituted. This was developed at UCLA. Program introduced students to the use of Big Data and statistics in mathematics.Presented a session on student participation in active vector addition for other teachers at the Orange County Math Council Symposium . Show less

• Technology Coordinator

  • 2004 - 2005

  Facilitated the conversion of the school's remote sites from dial-up connections to DSL. Revamped the school's fax and phone usage. Ongoing yearly savings of $30,000. Increased teacher computer usage from 50% to 98%. Created a spreadsheet which allowed teachers to conveniently track student progress and attendance. Taught faculty how to use the spreadsheet.Technology maintenance at 32 sites distributed across the Los Angeles basin.Goecoded 3,600 student's locations to create a map using ArcView to show the distribution of usage of the school sites. This map greatly influenced a proposed restructuring of the school. Show less

• Mathematics Coach

  • 2002 - 2004

  Responsible for adult training of mathematics teachers at school sites using ADDIE. Created and implemented a District mandated 40 hour Algebra training. Developed three days of inservice training for the school's mathematics teachers at Lincoln High. Co-lead a three day teacher training at another school site. Created the methodology and managed the processing and scanning of over 70,000 quarterly assessments by other Mathematics Coaches given at Local District schools.Conducted a trial set of lessons using a nearby elementary school on the viability of using graphing calculators and Vernier range-finders in a 5th grade classroom. Presented a session at the Los Angeles Teachers of Mathematics meeting on the lessons learned from the use of graphing calculators and Vernier range-finders in a multi-day experimental lesson in a 5th grade classroom. Show less

• Mathematics and Computer Networking Teacher

  • 1998 - 2002

  Taught CCNA Networking Academy, Algebra 2, and Algebra 1. Brought the Cisco Networking Academy to the school. Facilitated the donation of over $10,000 of networking equipment by Cisco. The school's Networking Academy had the largest female participation in the Los Angeles District. The school-time program was the largest in the District. Consulted on the District's updating of the school's network.

• Mathematics and Physical Science Teacher

  • 1995 - 1998

  Taught Active Physics, Advanced Physical Science, Algebra 2, Algebra 1, and Basic Math.National field test of the Active Physics program which was created by Dr. Arthur Eisenkraft. As a result of demonstrations in my classroom the Active Physics program was eventually used as a part of the District's Integrated Science program. Lead teacher for the Los Angeles region ESSTEP group. The Earth and Space Science Technological Education Project was an NSF Community College workshop designed to introduce GIS into both community college and high school curriculums. Presented a GIS workshop to the teachers of White Middle School. Lead Systemic Initiative Physical Science teacher. Developed Integrated Physical Science curriculum. Show less

• Mathematics and Physical Science Teacher

  • 1985 - 1995

  Taught Physics, Advanced Physical Science, Algebra2, Algebra 1, Basic Math, and Physical Science.While teaching Physics the enrollment in the class quadrupled. Awarded many grants, including: Citibank, $1700 for teaching vectors; Toshiba Foundation, $25,000 for technology; Hewlett Packard, $8600 for thirty HP 48S calculators; LAEP, $800 small grant for collaboration between physics and music; Eisenhower MASTRR Grant, $2000 for physics materials. Participated in programs: Earth Science at UCLA; National Physics Teacher's Institute at UCLA; The California Math Project; Mathematical Modeling; Computational Sciences and Biotechnology Awareness Program at CalTech; Project Atmosphere at the National Weather Service Training Center; Southern California Area Modern Physics Institute at CSUF. Participated in Fellowship with the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power.Research Corporation Fellowship with USC astronomy professor Dr. Rhodes. Project title: 'Helioseismology Studies of the Structure of the Sun'. Students from Jordan High were involved in the manufacture of scientific equipment for the 60 foot Solar Tower on Mount Wilson, CA. Show less



US Interior Dept / Minerals Management Service

• Physical Science Technician

  • 1983 - 1985

  Created base maps of wells on off-shore drilling platforms. Assisted in creation of various geologic maps. Managed intake of well logs. Created base maps of wells on off-shore drilling platforms. Assisted in creation of various geologic maps. Managed intake of well logs.



Humboldt State University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Student

  • 1980 - 1983

  Geology Major Geology Major



California State University, Long Beach

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Student

  • 1976 - 1980

  Economics Major and Environmental Studies Certificate Economics Major and Environmental Studies Certificate



Port of Long Beach

• United States
• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Administrative Intern

  • 1976 - 1976

  Gathered data on hazardous materials and vulnerable resources inside and around the Port of Long Beach in response to the California Coastal Commission's response to the Port's Environmental Impact Statement. This information became the base year data for a data set that continues to the present. Gathered data on hazardous materials and vulnerable resources inside and around the Port of Long Beach in response to the California Coastal Commission's response to the Port's Environmental Impact Statement. This information became the base year data for a data set that continues to the present.