Joseph Allen Pearson, M.S.Ed.

Professional Development Specialist at Moreland University
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(386) 825-5501
Location
Oceanside, California, United States, US
Languages
  • Español Native or bilingual proficiency
  • Portugués Limited working proficiency
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Kunali Sanghvi

Joseph Allen Pearson is a hardworking, dedicated, and ambitious educator with a talent for persuading teachers and educational administrators to get involved in collaborative learning experiences. His presentational skills and ability to leverage social media to inform and influence educators is exceptional. Unlike most educators, he has the unique ability to spread social messages and awareness about new educational initiatives and events through professional networks.

Kelly Mekdeci

Joey Pearson is an accomplished musician, educator, course developer, and facilitator. His work in support of teachers and high-quality learning environments is recognized both internationally and within the US.

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Credentials

  • California Single Subject Teaching Credential (Foreign Language: Spanish)
    California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
    Jun, 2017
    - Oct, 2024
  • D.C. Single Subject Teaching Credential - Spanish World Language
    DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE)
    Aug, 2015
    - Oct, 2024

Experience

  • Moreland University
    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Professional Development Specialist
      • Sep 2020 - Present

      In this role, I lead the planning, development, and implementation of our professional development at Moreland University. We create opportunities for professional learning and community building for teachers around the world through our no-cost and low-cost programming tailored to meet the current needs of teachers and school leaders.

    • Faculty
      • Jul 2018 - Present

      I teach teachers around the world to be resourceful problem solvers and tech-savvy educators through an online, collaborative, activity-based learning system designed for tomorrow’s students in a dynamic and diverse world.

    • Director of Instructional Development
      • Jul 2018 - Aug 2019

      I joined TEACH-NOW as its exponential growth dramatically increased its impact and outreach to teachers seeking professional development and training around the world. I work directly with teachers, instructing multiple cohorts of 10-15 candidates in certification and M.Ed. programs. As I have grown with the organization, I now support, develop, and empower faculty of more than 50 instructors and collaboratively coordinate matters related to instructional development. In addition, I support our curriculum development by writing and updating certification modules. Show less

  • Guajome Park Academy
    • Education Management
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Spanish Teacher
      • Aug 2016 - Jul 2018

      As a member of the World Language Department, I taught Spanish level two and three to students in 9th-12th grades who were primarily heritage-speakers of Spanish. To create an inclusive and rigorous learning environment, I worked diligently to create a student-centered classroom with cooperative grouping and guided reading, and by incorporating TPRS, Brain-Targeted Teaching, and Comprehensible Input. In addition, I served as chair of technology committee, literacy leader, and formative assessment leader. In each of these roles, I served as a teacher leader and worked to support and professionally develop my colleagues. I successfully proposed and developed a new series of courses called Spanish for Spanish Speakers to promote equity and bi-literacy for Spanish-speaking students. To achieve this, I traveled to national and statewide language conferences for curriculum selection, and I developed an assessment in order to evaluate 350 students for placement within the new program. Show less

  • TNTP
    • United States
    • Education Management
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Teacher Effectiveness Coach
      • Apr 2016 - Aug 2016

      During the spring semester and summer of 2016, I coached and evaluated new teachers in the District of Columbia Public School system. Working in collaboration with my team of managers and school staff, I prioritized instructional growth areas and developed strategic improvement plans to help fast-track teachers to highly effective instruction.

    • Teacher Development Curriculum Writer
      • Aug 2015 - Aug 2016

      Through a series of 12 three-hour modules of teacher preparation coursework on Blackboard, I introduced research-based teaching methods in second-language acquisition to first-year world language and ESL teachers. I created podcasts, collaborative assignments, and teaching method guides in addition to guiding teachers through reflections on equity and social justice.

    • Model Teacher
      • Apr 2015 - Aug 2015

      Working as a part of a team of coaches and managers, I helped train develop new teachers in D.C. public schools by modeling best practices in classroom instruction. I developed and leveraged professional relationships with new teachers in order to support their successful transition into the classroom.

  • District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS)
    • United States
    • Primary and Secondary Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • ESL Teacher
      • Aug 2015 - Aug 2016

      As an ESL teacher at Takoma Education Campus, I collaborated with content area teachers to provide ESL accommodations to PK and 5th grade students. I prioritized student needs to develop instructional plans for individual students. To support my larger school community, I organized and facilitate ESL testing for more than 200 students.

    • Curriculum Developer
      • Aug 2015 - Aug 2016

      With a team of teachers, I wrote district world language curriculum with six units, lesson plans, and assessments. As the head writer of levels one and three of the curriculum, I wrote 25 pages of lesson plans, a TPRS guide, and student evaluation materials, including a storytelling Integrated Performance Assessment (IPA) for elementary classes. Finally, I trained district elementary school teachers on assessment implementation.

    • Spanish Teacher
      • Aug 2014 - Aug 2016

      At Takoma Park Education Campus, I taught Spanish to 450 students in PK through 8th grade. Using an arts-integrated approach, I provided dynamic instruction through music, drama, and visual arts. I also integrated guided-reading instruction in Spanish to build dual-language literacy skills.

  • British Embassey
    • Indonesia
    • Government Administration
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Spanish Instructor
      • Feb 2013 - Jul 2016

      What began as a 6-month, 280-hour contract teaching an intensive Spanish course to one diplomat and his family turned into a bi-weekly Spanish class for 40 embassy staff members. I built lasting relationships with staff from various departments, building embassy-wide community. What began as a 6-month, 280-hour contract teaching an intensive Spanish course to one diplomat and his family turned into a bi-weekly Spanish class for 40 embassy staff members. I built lasting relationships with staff from various departments, building embassy-wide community.

  • The Ponds Law Firm/Global Immigration Services
    • Spanish Translator
      • Jan 2011 - Dec 2012

      Translated legal documents and interpreted for clients in Spanish and English during two academic semesters. Oversaw permanent visa and asylum petitions, and filed visa applications and legal documents. Interpreted for clients in D.C. Jail, D.C. Superior Court, Arlington Superior Court, and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Baltimore Office. Translated legal documents and interpreted for clients in Spanish and English during two academic semesters. Oversaw permanent visa and asylum petitions, and filed visa applications and legal documents. Interpreted for clients in D.C. Jail, D.C. Superior Court, Arlington Superior Court, and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Baltimore Office.

  • Colegio Americano (American High School)
    • Peru
    • Primary and Secondary Education
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • ESL Teacher Trainer
      • Aug 2011 - Jul 2012

      In a local Mexican high school, I provided teachers with weekly professional development sessions geared toward building English proficiency and introducing teachers to new ESL teaching methods. Through a yearlong series of weekly professional development sessions, I led teachers in developing highly effective teaching strategies to help students learn English. In a local Mexican high school, I provided teachers with weekly professional development sessions geared toward building English proficiency and introducing teachers to new ESL teaching methods. Through a yearlong series of weekly professional development sessions, I led teachers in developing highly effective teaching strategies to help students learn English.

  • San Dieguito Union High School District
    • United States
    • Education Administration Programs
    • 300 - 400 Employee
    • Bilingual Aide and AVID Tutor
      • Aug 2009 - Jun 2010

      Along with content instruction, taught organizational skills and advised on college preparation to 120 students in four schools. Supported 60 ELL students (Spanish/English) in science classes. • Facilitated student-led small-group instruction for students in grades 7-12. • Provided support for college preparatory and Advanced Placement coursework. • Collaborated with high school science teachers to provide inclusion support for ELL students. • Interpreted instruction simultaneously from English to Spanish. Show less

Education

  • University of California, Los Angeles
    Doctor of Education - EdD, Educational Leadership
    2022 - 2025
  • Johns Hopkins University School of Education
    Master of Science in Education, Secondary Education
    2015 - 2016
  • Georgetown University
    Bachelor's of Science in Foreign Service, Regional Studies of Latin America
    2010 - 2014

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