GABRIELA CEJA-GARCIA

E-mail: gabby3c@gmail.com

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

A highly dedicated educator who is professional with excellent qualifications. Excel at

instructing and motivating students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds. Continuously
seeking new ways to improve instruction and link learning with fun; and equip children with the
tools, resources, and knowledge to exceed individual goals. Expert interpersonal skills; build a
strong bond with students, parents, and colleagues to inspire a shared commitment to quality
education. Deeply committed to improving children’s lives and continuously strive to lead by
example. A strong passion for teaching, learning, and student success. Fluent in Spanish.

EXPERIENCE

Monterey Hills Elementary- South Pasadena, CA. (SPUSD) 2nd/3rd/grade Combo. Direct all
daily activities and all subjects in a classroom with 12 second graders and 12 third graders.
Effectively executed curriculum in all subjects in both grades content, standards, and included
technology. Implemented action plans based on data from newly adopted ELA and Math
curriculum to ensure students' success. Engaged students by providing lessons that are
meaningful, hands on and focused on goal learning. Collaborated with colleagues to ensure
students' success. Participate in teacher training programs. Member of the MHS
Kindness Committee and spear headed school wide shoe drive as a community service. (August
2017-Present)
Emma W. Shuey Elementary – Rosemead, CA. (RUSD) Kindergarten. Directed all daily
activities and all subjects in a classroom with 20 kindergarteners, including EL students with
first languages in Cantonese, Mandarin, and Spanish. Effectively executed elementary
curriculum content, standards, and teaching methodologies including technology. Developed and
implemented an appropriate management system suitable for Kindergarten. Determined
students’ performance using formal and informal testing and observations. Engaged students by
providing meaningful lessons that were hands-on and fun. Collaborated weekly with colleagues
to create engaging lessons. Participated in teacher training programs. Member of
the Shuey School Site Council Committee and taught an after-school enrichment program
(Theater Arts). (August 2016-June 2017)
Coolidge Elementary - San Gabriel, CA. (SGUSD) Taught 2 nd and 3rd grade. Directed all daily
activities in classrooms with up to 24 children, including EL, special needs students, and
mainstreamed special education students on daily schedule for various subjects. Incorporated
technologies into daily instruction, such as Smart Board, projectors, laptop and a set of 6
chromebooks where students learned to share and edit google docs.
Utilized assessment data to continually drive and differentiate instruction to engage students
from diverse academic and emotional levels. Built strong relationship with all students and their
families by open channels of communication. Maintained a structured positive classroom
environment. Collaborated with colleagues weekly to create lesson plans and projects that
implement Common Core standards that reached all level of students and their needs. Assisted
students with performances and other extracurricular activities. Participated in teacher training
programs. Member of the Coolidge Leadership Team, Coolidge School Site Council, Common
Core Advisory Committee, and the SGUSD English Learner Task Force. (September 2014-June
2016)
Celerity Educational Group/ Palmati Charter School, N. Hollywood, CA. (818) 753-2712.
1st Grade Teacher. One of the founding teachers to open a new
school in an undeserved area; developed new cuuricula and assessments for all subject areas.
Collaborate with colleagues on lesson plans, unit plans, assessments and projects. Utilize
STMath, Study Island, Brainpop, Pinterest, and TPT tools and technological devices to develop
out of the box lesson plans. Implement English Language Development strategies in all lessons.
Assess students, analyze academic data, and create action plans to suit student needs and
strengths. School received the California Distinguished School Award in April 2014. (August
2011-September 2014)

EDUCATION

Azusa Pacific University (currently attending: Graduating June 29, 2018) Master's in Technology in
Education
B.A. Degree/Liberal Studies –2009
California State Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
California State University Los Angeles Charter College of Education, Los Angeles, CA.

KEY STRENGHTS

• Committed to the belief that all students are capable of learning.

• Create a safe, happy, and rigorous learning environment where all students are engaged
and challenged.
• Positive interaction with students, parents, and staff to accomplish set goals.

SPECIALIZED TRAINING

Benchmark Advance- Project Based Learning- Project Lead the Way- Sheltered Instruction Protocol
Observation (SIOP)- 7 Habits- Active Board- Aeries- Gradebook- Powerschool- Schoolcity- STMath-
Dreambox- I-Ready- Cognitively Guided Instruction

REFERENCES: AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST