Experience
Background & Expertise
Background & Expertise
August 2025 - Present
Provided Specialized Academic Instruction (SAI) to elementary students with disabilities, utilizing evidence-based practices and differentiated instruction to support access to grade-level curriculum.
Served as IEP case manager, developing, implementing, and monitoring compliant Individualized Education Programs in alignment with IDEA and California special education regulations.
Collaborated with general education teachers, related service providers, administrators, and families to support academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth.
Used assessment data and progress-monitoring tools to inform instruction, adjust interventions, and support measurable student growth.
August 2022 - June 2025
Delivered high-quality instruction in a self-contained Special Academic Instruction (SAI) classroom, specializing in Science and English Language Development (ELD), while implementing evidence-based teaching practices.
Developed, implemented, and monitored Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to support students’ academic, social, and physical growth in alignment with IDEA regulations.
Head Varsity Boys Basketball Coach – CIF Southern Section (2023–Present): Provide strategic leadership, skill development, and mentorship to student-athletes, fostering teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.
Inspired student-athletes to achieve personal and team goals by promoting a strong work ethic, consistent effort, and a growth mindset during practices and competitions.
August 2020 - April 2022
Performed as the MLMS Admin Designee-Assistant Principal (November 2021- April 2022)
Facilitated and presented staff meetings to convey and implement school plans, policy, and procedure.
Instituted and executed school guidelines for attendance, discipline, and honesty.
Developed & implemented 7th grade social studies curriculum for the social studies department.
Taught and maintained effective teaching practices within a self-contained Special Day Program classroom for grades 7th & 8th.
Co-taught and implemented effective teaching practices in a collaborative classroom as well as maintained an RSP caseload.
Eliminated learning gaps and instructed students by using teaching aids and motivational strategies.
Developed and managed individual education plans (IEP) designed to promote educational, physical, and social development.
SEL Coordinator, Advisory Coordinator, SSC member, BSEL member, School Club Coordinator, 7th Grade Social Studies Team Leader.
August 2018 - June 2020
Taught and maintained effective teaching practices within a self-contained Special Day Program classroom for grades 6th, 7th, & 8th.
Designed and implemented lesson plans using multiple modalities to reach students with various styles of learning.
Developed and managed individual education plans (IEP) designed to promote educational, physical, and social development.
June 2018 - June 2020
Selected from approximately 45,000 applicants nationwide to join national teacher corps of recent college graduates and professionals who commit two years to teach in under-resourced public schools.
Participate in intensive summer training program to develop the skills and knowledge needed to achieve significant gains in student achievement. Simultaneously teach in summer school program run by Teach For America for students in Phoenix, AZ public and charter schools under the supervision of a faculty of experienced teachers.
January 2014 - December 2017
Protected and served the City of Anaheim as a police officer, homeless liaison, and first react team officer.
Worked passionately for the community by helping those need in any way that was possible as a police officer.
April 2011 - February 2014
Served as a police officer, SWAT operator, and community outreach team member.
Conducted and participated activities and community outreach events for the community.
July 2009 - July 2010
Played professional basketball throughout Germany in the German Bundesliga Pro A division.
Competed at the highest level as a team captain and leader.
July 2008 - July 2009
Played professional basketball throughout Germany in the France Pro B division.
Competed at the highest level as a team captain and leader.