Juan Garcia
Social Studies Teacher at Wonderful College Prep Academy- Claim this Profile
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Experience
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Wonderful College Prep Academy
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Social Studies Teacher
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Jul 2021 - Present
Plan lessons for twelfth-grade American Government and Economics classes based on state standards and utilizing creative and engaging strategies; collaborate with other Social Studies teachers to create and analyze assessments and share strategies for improvement. Facilitate classroom discussion, incorporating current events and encouraging participation of all students. Collaborate with guardians, school personnel, and community agencies to best support students' needs. Uphold clearly communicated expectations for a disciplined and inclusive classroom culture; monitor student development and regularly update records As the Mock Trial Coach, I am responsible for guiding and training students in preparation for mock trial competitions. This includes teaching legal concepts and trial procedures and helping students develop their argumentative and critical thinking skills Show less
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Tulare County Office of Education
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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400 - 500 Employee
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Migrant Education Teacher
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Sep 2019 - Jun 2021
Design and implement engaging and culturally responsive lesson plans to meet the specific needs of migrant education students, focusing on closing educational gaps. Collaborate with other educators and specialists to create targeted strategies and interventions to support students' academic progress. As well as monitoring student progress closely, assessing academic performance and identifying areas for improvement, providing individualized support and tutoring as needed. Foster a positive and inclusive classroom culture, encouraging a sense of belonging and respect among students of diverse backgrounds. Collaborate with parents, guardians, and community members to ensure a supportive learning environment both inside and outside the classroom. As well as attending professional development workshops and conferences to stay current with best practices and methodologies for migrant education. Utilize educational technology and resources to enhance learning experiences and cater to individual learning styles. Show less
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Ducor Union Elementary School District
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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Social Science Teacher
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Jul 2018 - Jun 2021
Taught sixth-grade Ancient World History, seventh-grade World History, eighth-grade U.S. History, and seventh-grade English Language Arts Served as lead technology teacher; taught a series of professional development courses for teachers in the district about educational technology tools Taught sixth-grade Ancient World History, seventh-grade World History, eighth-grade U.S. History, and seventh-grade English Language Arts Served as lead technology teacher; taught a series of professional development courses for teachers in the district about educational technology tools
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Visalia Unified School District
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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500 - 600 Employee
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English Language Arts Teacher
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Dec 2017 - Jun 2018
Plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Observe and evaluate 7th and 8th grade student's performance and development in English Language Arts.
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Guest Teacher
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Aug 2017 - Nov 2017
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Summit Charter Collegiate Academy
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1 - 100 Employee
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Social Science Teacher
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Sep 2016 - Jun 2017
Plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Observe and evaluate 7th and 8th grade student's performance and development in Social Science as well as in Spanish Language Arts. Plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Observe and evaluate 7th and 8th grade student's performance and development in Social Science as well as in Spanish Language Arts.
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Youth Policy Institute
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United States
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Public Policy Offices
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AmeriCorps College and Career Ambassador
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Feb 2016 - Jul 2016
•Counseled and advised 40 low income students in East Hollywood to ensure each student received access to individualized college and career planning •Organized and engaged in small group workshops and personalized sessions to improve students’ awareness and understanding of post-secondary options and requirements •Created and maintained detailed student records by tracking and logging information in a database •Counseled and advised 40 low income students in East Hollywood to ensure each student received access to individualized college and career planning •Organized and engaged in small group workshops and personalized sessions to improve students’ awareness and understanding of post-secondary options and requirements •Created and maintained detailed student records by tracking and logging information in a database
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Education
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California State University - East Bay
Master of Public Administration - MPA, Public Administration -
California State University-Dominguez Hills
Master of Education - MEd, School Leadership -
Alliant International University
Master of Education, Education and Teaching -
Azusa Pacific University
Bachelor’s Degree, Political Science