Anthony Atwood, M.Ed.

History Website: 33acqui.weebly.com; Education Website: http://csusmedss.blogspot.com/

EDUCATION
California State University San Marcos
(2019-Present) Masters of Arts, History.
California State University San Marcos
(2015) Masters of Arts, Education.
(2015) Supplemental Authorization: Computer Concepts and Applications.
California State University San Marcos
(2013) Teaching Credential Program, SB 2042 Credential: Social Science.
California State University San Marcos
(2008) Bachelor of Arts, History.
Palomar Community College
(2007) Associate in Arts, Liberal Arts and Science.
(2007) Associate in Arts, General Studies.
Rancho Bernardo High School,
(2002) High School Diploma.
PUBLISHED WORKS
California State University San Marcos Scholar works Repository
Integration of Technology into a Teacher Preparation Program, 05-07-2015
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
San Marcos Unified School District, Substitute Teacher, San Marcos, CA
(August 2019 – Present)
 Provided day coverage for absent teacher and support staff
 Provided one-on-one and whole group instruction to students on various subject as needed
 Coordinated with front office staff for coverage based on site needs as directed.
San Diego Jewish Academy, Advanced Placement and US History Teacher, Del Mar, CA
(August 2018-May 2019)
 Teach and instruct in regular and Advanced Placement course curriculum.
 Provided individual and whole class tutoring and guidance as needed through curriculum
 Prepared daily lessons, activities, and events to support AP and regular US History
curriculum
 Maintained classroom environment and managed students as needed
 Tracked and maintained student records and data, and provided feedback to administrative
team, parents, and fellow school staff members as requested.
 Administered and recorded student’s assessment grades, progress in academic area, and
identified weaknesses and offered support to students in Advanced Placement and regular US
History courses.
 Performed other duties as assigned.
Hemet Unified School District, Social Science Teacher, West Valley High School, Hemet, CA
(August 2016 – May 2018)
 Teach and instruct in subject matter areas commonly found in a comprehensive high school
education program.
 Utilize an adopted course of study, instructional program guidelines, and other materials in
planning and developing lesson plans and teaching outlines.
 Pursue a variety of methodology in teaching and instructing pupils, including lectures,
demonstrations, discussions, and laboratory experiences.
 Conduct teaching and instructional activities, using educational equipment, materials, books,
and other learning aids.
 Plan, develop, and utilize a variety of instructional materials and aids appropriate to the
intellectual and instructional level of pupils from varied socio-economic and cultural
backgrounds, and who possess a range of mental and emotional maturity.
 Review, analyze and evaluate the history, background and assessment of pupils in designing
instructional programs to meet individual educational needs.
 Provide group and individual instruction to motivate pupils, and effectively utilize the time
available for instructional activities.
 Maintain appropriate standards of pupil behavior, using behavioral management strategies
and techniques, including positive reinforcement and behavior shaping procedures.
 Counsel, confer with and communicate with parents, school and District personnel regarding
pupil progress, and in the interpretation of the educational program.
 Perform a variety of non-instructional duties, including curriculum and instructional
development activities, student supervision, and consultation activities.
Valley Center-Pauma Unified School District, Career and Technical Education Computer
Technology and Video Production Teacher, Valley Center High School, Valley Center, CA
(July 2015 – June 2016)
 Diagnose, plan, develop, implement and evaluate learning activities for the students enrolled
in my classes
 Utilize a variety of appropriate teaching techniques and methods.
 Monitor student progress to develop student abilities and talents.
 Provide educational programs to develop student abilities and talents
 Conduct conferences with students and parents
 Establish appropriate relationships with students, both individually and in groups.
 Assist the student in establishing and achieving educational goals.
 Conference with support personnel about individual children's needs and make appropriate
referrals when necessary.
 Maintain student rapport and classroom control.
 Demonstrate knowledge of subject matter.
 Keep informed of current educational trends and development through literature, attendance
at conferences, classes, meetings, seminars, etc.
 Use own talents to meet situational needs and implement the basic course of study.
Escondido Union High School District, Substitute & Student Teacher, Valley High School,
Escondido, CA
(January 2013 – June 2013)
 Provided direct instruction to 2 sections of 12th grade United States Government courses.
 Prepared, planned, and executed lesson plans, classroom management strategies, Common
Core Social Science and English Language Learner techniques to students labeled at risk
under the supervision of a co-operating teacher.
 Observed fellow teachers during regular day instruction in order to gain perspective on
techniques for controlling the classroom, curriculum adaptation to meet students’ needs, and
general planned lesson execution in an at risk setting.
 Substitute taught for absent teachers, or teachers requesting emergency leave during the
course of the regular school day as needed.
Vista Unified School District, Student Teacher, Rancho Buena Vista High School, Vista, CA
(August 2012-December 2012)
 Provided direct instruction to 2 sections of 9th grade students in Advanced Placement World
Geography courses.
 Prepared, planned, and executed lesson plans, classroom management strategies, Common
Core Social Science, and English Language Learner techniques under the supervision of a co-
operating teacher.
 Observed fellow teachers during regular day instruction in order to gain perspective on
techniques for controlling the classroom, curriculum adaptation to meet students’ needs, and
general planned lesson execution.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
 Kappa Delta Pi International Honors Society in Education
 Phi Alpha Theta National Honors Society for Historians