Elizabeth Thum

3091 Elm St., San Diego, CA 92102

elizabeththum89@gmail.com

Profile
A certified High School Teacher with entry-level experience specializing in curriculum
development, student engagement, communication, and classroom management. Adept at
building positive relationships with students to drive personal and academic growth.

Professional Experience
High School Teacher, San Diego High, San Diego, CA
August 2021 – Present

 Deliver instruction to classes of up to 30+ high school students in science courses,

including chemistry, biology, and environmental science
 Coordinate with department faculty to develop and refine curriculum and tailor lesson
plans to student needs, resulting in a 15% increase in test scores for science
 Communicate with parents, teachers, and students during conferences to discuss
academic performance, behavior, and learning strategies
 Provide tutoring services to students struggling with course material and deliver support
for SAT prep workshops

High School Teacher, Westview High School, San Diego, CA

September 2009 – 2020

 Teach high school math to classes of 25 to 35 students, including Algebra I, Algebra II,
and Calculus
 Tailor curriculum and lesson plans based on student needs and incorporate
differentiated instruction to enhance academic performance, resulting in a 25% increase
in GPAs
  Conduct student assessments, perform behavioral analysis and utilize cooperative
learning techniques to drive student success and personal growth
 Coordinate with faculty and administration to implement E-learning for students during
COVID-19, including delivering training sessions for teachers, parents, and students

Student Teaching Internship, Santa Cruz High School, Santa Cruz, CA

September 2007 – December 2008

 Taught Chemistry I and Environmental Science courses to high school students in

collaboration with a certified high school teacher
 Identified student learning needs and provided academic support to aid them in
overcoming challenges and improving grade point average

Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Secondary Education
University of San Diego, San Diego, CA, September 2003 – December 2005

Key Skills
 Classroom Management
 Curriculum Development
 Science
 Microsoft Office Suite
 Student Assessments

Certifications
Single Subject Teaching Credential, Science: Chemistry, State of California, 2007