California Single Subject (Mathematics) Clear Credential
University of California, Los Angeles, June, 1993.

B.S. Applied Mathematics
University of California, Los Angeles, June, 1992.
GPA: 3.2

Studies included courses in multi-variable Calculus, matrices and linear algebra, analysis, complex analysis, algebra and ring theory, infinite series, applied numerical methods, mathematical modeling, differential equations, analytical geometry, non-Euclidean geometry, game theory and Pascal programming. 

Education Experience

Foothill Tech High School, Ventura
High School Math Teacher (9/00 - 12/00)
Department chair. Classes included Geometry and Algebra.

Ventura High School, Ventura
High School Math Teacher (9/96-6/00)
Taught classes ranging from Math A to Calculus AB, as well as AVID. Co-chair for math department for 1998-1999. Maintained a class web site for students and parents. Advisor for VHS Spirit Club. Founded Club Outreach in December, 1997. Inserviced VHS staff on using computers during 1997-98 schoolyear. Attended the California Technology Institute, hosted by the Ventura County Schools Office, and trained in using the Internet, PowerPoint, HyperStudio and other hardware and software technologies. Developed an Internet-based class project while attending the CTAP Institute. Applied for and received two grants for a computer, large display and software for my classroom. Jointly ran with a fellow teacher a weekly lunchtime tutorial program for Ventura High math and English students. 

Shorecliffs Middle School, San Clemente
8th Grade Math Teacher (9/93-6/96)
Incorporated all of the California Framework's recommendations. Attended the UCI Summer Math Institute in August, 1995. Helped write the CORE Objectives for CUSD's middle school math curriculum. Served on the site's Technology Committee. Attended mentor class on using technology in the classroom in August, 1995. Member of the first 8th grade interdisciplinary program linking English, social science, science and math. Implemented an after-school tutorial program for Title I students. Trained in and taught from several math replacement units. Created technology-based lessons to complement existing units. Practiced a variety of assessment techniques including portfolios and writing prompts. Used manipulatives to provide hands-on learning opportunities.

El Sereno Junior High School, Los Angeles
7th & 8th Grade Math Teacher (9/92-6/93)
Course structure included portfolios, journals, cooperative learning in groups and in pairs, a focus on application-level problem solving, and the use of manipulatives. Worked with ELD students. Teamed with 7th grade English, science, social science and art teachers.

Tutoring Experience
I have been tutoring since 1987 and have worked with students ranging from fifth grade through Calculus.

Strengths

Extremely patient; excellent analytical and organizational skills; solid communication skills; computer literate and motivated to use technology; proficient at dealing with unexpected and difficult situations; able to modify plans as needed; able to set and meet deadlines; able to include parents and the community in education; ready to accept new challenges.

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