Lynna Phan

E-Mail: lynnaphan89@gmail.com Website: lynnaphan.weebly.com

Elementary Education Teacher
A passionate educator, enthusiastic and prepared to educate and inspire future generations to reach their full potential and
become positive agents of change. Extremely organized, resourceful, and thorough. Energetic and eager in learning new
concepts, constantly thinking of new and innovative approaches to teaching. Ability to work and build relationships with children
and families in a caring and respectful manner, creating a safe and welcoming environment. Creates meaningful and
empowering instruction; incorporating character building, conflict resolution, and skill building.
Knowledge of CA Common Core Standards Team teaching & student centers
Differentiated instruction Cognitive Guided Instruction (CGI)
Current student instruction and learning Response to Intervention (RTI)
practices Current technologies
Oral & written practices Windows- MAC- Microsoft Office- Google-
Classroom dynamics & management Google Drive/Docs
Innovative curriculum development Personal & academic student development
Time management & problem solving Fluent in Vietnamese
Education & Certifications
Master of Art- Concordia University, Irvine 2017
Curriculum & Instruction
Multiple-Subjects Teaching Credential- California State University, Long Beach 2015
Bachelor of Art- California State University, Long Beach 2013
Child Development & Family Studies
Associate of Arts- Orange Coast College 2011
CPR/First-Aid certified 2015
Child Development Site Supervisor Permit 2015
Certificate of Clearance 2013
Child Development Permit 2011

Experiences

Oxford Preparatory Academy- South Orange County Mission Viejo, CA
First Grade Teacher August 2017- Present
Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior that are conductive to student learning
Develops and implements lesson plans in accordance to state standards.
Meet and collaborates with colleagues to analyze student data and modify instruction based on student need.
Administer tests in accordance to district and state procedures.
Evaluates student academic and social growth and prepare report cards.
Participates in faculty committees and student promotion activities.
Irvine Unified School District Irvine, CA
Long-Term Substitute Teacher (Fifth Grade) October 2016- March 2017
Alternative Program for Academically Advanced Students- APAAS)- Deerfield Elementary
Established and maintained standards of student behavior that are conductive to student learning
Developed and implemented lesson plans in accordance to state standards.
Met and collaborated with colleagues to analyze student data and modify instruction based on student need.
Administered tests in accordance to district and state procedures.
Evaluated student academic and social growth and prepare report cards.
Participated in faculty committees and student promotion activities.
Irvine Unified School District Irvine, CA- May 2015- June 2017
Fountain Valley School District Fountain Valley, CA- March 2015- June 2017
Substitute Teacher
Carry out a program of study prescribed in the lesson plans left by the classroom teacher.
Creates a classroom environment that is conductive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.


Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and objectives as indicated in the lesson plans for
the lessons, units, or projects assigned.
Employs instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting lesson objectives.
Irvine Public Schools Foundation Irvine, CA
Summer Enrichment Academy Instructor June 2016- July 2016
Genius Hour Instructor
Encouraged student exploration in subjects of interest.
Facilitated research and planning for creating projects.
Serve & Learn Instructor
Created enriching activities, raising student awareness to the world around them.
Engaged students in giving back to the community in various fundraisers, drives, and activities.
Established connections between students and their community by inviting guest speakers to bridge the gap.
HOPE Summer School June 2016- August 2016
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4 /5 6 Grade Teacher
Developed and implement lessons in the area of English language arts, math, and science; preparing students for
upcoming grade level.
Established relationships with students and families.
Prepared student progress reports and communicate areas of concerns to parents.
Taught character and moral values, following site wide weekly themes.
Irvine Unified School District Irvine, CA
Long-Term Substitute Teacher (Sixth Grade)- Stonegate Elementary April 2016- June 2016
Established and maintained standards of student behavior that are conductive to student learning
Developed and implemented lesson plans in accordance to state standards.
Met and collaborated with colleagues to analyze student data and modify instruction based on student need.
Administered tests in accordance to district and state procedures.
Evaluated student academic and social growth and prepare report cards.
Participated in faculty committees and student promotion activities.
Viet My Learning Center Fountain Valley, CA
3rd, 5th/6th Grade Teacher October 2015- Present
Assisted, instructed, and reinforced daily education assignments and prepare students for upcoming exams.
Assigned extra work according to student weakness.
Communicated with parents about student progress and weaknesses.
Prepared monthly progress reports to update parents of students development.
Laguna Beach Unified School District Laguna Beach, CA- August 2015- June 2016
Substitute Teacher
Carry out a program of study prescribed in the lesson plans left by the classroom teacher.
Created a classroom environment that is conductive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the
students.
Guided the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and objectives as indicated in the lesson plans for
the lessons, units, or projects assigned.
Employed instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting lesson objectives.
Orange County Gifted Academy Fountain Valley, CA
K-2 Teacher June 2015-August 2015
Implemented lessons in the areas of language arts, mathematics, and writing.
Provided remedial assistance and facilitated advanced learning.
Led lesson instruction and created a positive learning environment.
Engaged students in learning by relating concepts and topics to students lives.
Monitored and modified instruction based on student learning needs.
Fountain Valley School District Fountain Valley, CA
Student Teacher (Fourth Grade)- James H. Cox Elementary School March 2015-May 2015
Student Teacher (Second Grade)- Isojiro Oka Elementary School January 2015-March 2015
Created and implemented lesson plans in the areas of math, language arts, health, art, physical education, science, and social
studies.


Teacher's manuals provided the guideline for teaching math and reading, but other activities were pulled in to suit the
students' needs and to make material more interesting and meaningful.
Led classroom instruction and engaged students with active participation.
Displayed good classroom management and created a positive learning environment.
Instructional Assistant (Kindergarten/K-1)- Isojiro Oka Elementary School September 2013-January 2015
Tutored individual or small groups of students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher; monitored and oversaw
student drills, practices and assignments
Performed a variety of clerical duties such as preparing, typing and duplicating instructional materials, scoring papers and
recording grades; maintained student files as assigned.
Provided one-on-one assistance to children demonstrating signs of school adjustment problems in a play setting utilizing a
non-directive approach as assigned by the position.
Observed and controlled behavior of students according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student
performance and behavior.
Assured the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and procedures.
Cal State University, Long Beach Long Beach, CA
Assistant Lead Teacher- Child & Family Center May 2013-August 2015
Developed and implemented developmentally appropriate activities and culturally appropriate programs, introducing math
activities and literacy concepts.
Planned and implemented activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs of the children in the
program.
Ensured equipment and the facility are clean, well maintained and safe at all times; familiarizing with emergency procedures.
Provided parents with weekly and monthly schedules of activities.
Diocese of Orange Huntington Beach, CA
Instructional Assistant (Fourth Grade) -Saint Bonaventure Catholic School September 2011-August 2013
Performed administrative and clerical work; correcting and grading exams.
Educated, instructed, and assisted students with lessons, studies, and exams.
Observed, identified, and assisted students in areas of weakness.
Collaborated innovative ideas and lessons.
Private Home Westminster, CA
Tutor September 2007-September 2009
Provided childcare and assisted in basic home chores.
Instructed and reinforced daily education assignments and prepared students for upcoming exams.
Volunteer
Mariners Church Irvine, CA
Vacation Bible School Teacher June 2003
Facilitated activities in the areas of: arts and crafts, physical activities, and character and team building.
Implemented biblical studies and age appropriate practices.
Small Group Shepherd December 2001-June 2009
Educated 15-20 toddlers or preschoolers weekly on biblical studies and facilitated age appropriate activities.