Middle School Science Teacher

• Jan 2023 - Present

Director

• Aug 2016 - Present

Biology and Gifted Teacher

• Aug 2020 - Jan 2023

Long Term Substitute Teacher

• Jan 2020 - May 2020

Neighbor Island Science Teacher

• Jul 2013 - Jul 2019

Provided online instruction and face-to-face instruction for marine science, astronomy, STEM, and biology classes twice a week, managed advisory students and provide support for college and career paths, customized Pearson's Connexus curriculum for students, managed students' Personalized Learning Profile, Arranged lab sessions and field trips for all neighbor island students, Created hands-on activities for students to practice their study skills and content retention, Attended weekly faculty and department meetings, collaborated with parent Learning Coaches via email and phone calls, Incorporated Google Suite for Education for all instructional activities. Organized inter-island field trips for astronomy and biology classes. Show less

Fitness Instructor

• 2008 - Jun 2019

Certified in the following Les Mills Group Fitness Programs: -Body Jam (pre-choreographed 55-minute dance class) -Body Flow (combination of yoga, pilates and tai chi fitness class) -Body Combat (mixed martial arts cardio class) -Sh'Bam (basic cardio dance class) -RPM (cycling class; certification pending) -CXWorks (30 min core conditioning class) Certified in the following Les Mills Group Fitness Programs: -Body Jam (pre-choreographed 55-minute dance class) -Body Flow (combination of yoga, pilates and tai chi fitness class) -Body Combat (mixed martial arts cardio class) -Sh'Bam (basic cardio dance class) -RPM (cycling class; certification pending) -CXWorks (30 min core conditioning class)

Instructional Designer

• Jun 2009 - Jun 2014

Redesigned four Personal Transition Plan courses for grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 to meet the instructional design needs of students and as well as for the Hawaii State standards. Reorganized and redesigned all lesson instructions, due dates, content outline, course syllabus, and all printed materials for students. Conducted meetings with curriculum designer and project coordinator on an as-needed basis. Designed an online study skills course for 9th through 12th grade students, with a concentration on college examination preparation. Show less

Big Island Coordinator, Grades 9-12

• Oct 2012 - May 2013

Collaborated with other Big Island Coordinators to support student access to online curriculum, Tutored students in grades K-12, Researched and organized clubs, Proctored science lessons and labs that correlate with the current curriculum both online or offline, Planned and developed field trips that relate to student current work, Worked with parents and students to identify and create community based learning experiences, Assisted students in online test taking strategies classes prior to HSA testing; assisted with Hawaii Standards testing, Developed activities, lessons, and field trips that fostered student socialization. Show less

Science Teacher

• Jun 2009 - Jun 2010

Designed and implemented innovative, hands-on based lessons for individual student and cooperative learning groups for 9th grade physics classes. Utilized school-wide grading and attendance program that is available to students and parents. Trained to implement Project EAST, a national education initiative focused on student-driven service projects using the latest technology. Implemented first Project EAST classroom by setting up a technology lab that included 15 desktops and 5 Macintosh laptops connected to classroom server as well as scanner, printers, vector graphic plotter, and software installation. Incorporated school and classroom service projects through Project EAST classroom Accommodate lessons to meet the needs of exceptional learners, English language learners or unmotivated/apathetic learners. Strictly adhere to Individualized Education Programs and Chapter 15-504 educational plans. Show less

Science and Yearbook Teacher

• Jul 2005 - Jun 2009

Designed and implemented hands-on curriculum for a diverse population of students for grades 9-12. Focused on developing students' laboratory skills through weekly lab lessons. Incorporated field trip-based learning opportunities. Utilized school-wide grading and attendance program that was available to students and parents. Created standards-based lesson plans in the subjects of biology, astronomy, physical science, and business math. Made accommodations for special education learners, English as a second language learners, and exceptional learners. Worked with educational assistants to help provide more support to students. Show less