BYRON’S TEACHING MISSION
BYRON’S RESUME
MY MISSION:
“It is my hope to inspire life-long curiosity about our world and the universe. We must be “the change we wish” to see and, within that, what we don’t understand about the world we must view through an anti-bias/ bias-aware lens. My practices also engage social/emotional learning to inspire growth mindset, develop confidence and more empathetic perspectives about ourselves and others. I attempt to educate to irradiate fear of what is different than ourselves. My teaching offers a way of introducing knowledge, developing perspectives through authentic experiences, engaging lessons, genuine conversations all while reminding my students that this kind of exploring doesn’t just happen in the classroom.”
BYRON’S TEACHING STYLE & MERITS
I'm M.Ed, California cleared certified K-8 General Educator working at Aveson Charter School in Altadena, CA. I have experience in instructional & curriculum design and I’m an anti-racist/inclusion-focused professional. My focus in mindfulness, social/emotional practices, hands-on learning combined with Experimental Learning Theory drives my classroom management and teaching philosophy. I hold positions as a mentor and classroom supervisor, content lead, Instructional leadership team member, yearbook advisor and photography art instructor specialist.
My writing, photography and design strengths paired with my masters focus in Curriculum Design aid in creating dynamic instructional tools and learning environments that engage diverse learners. My mindfulness program, YouAreHereMindfulness.com, engages in SEL components for all ages -- specifically focusing on gratitude.
BYRON IN THE CLASSROOM
Developing rigorous content lessons that inspire interest and engagement is my number one prioirty paired with building trusting relationships with all my students. Check out a few clips of me on the job and talking about the work I do in the classroom.
Building student relationships and connection make promise for academic success.
CURRICULUM & DESIGN PORTFOLIO
Visit examples of Byron’s curriculum design & classroom projects and more!
CERTIFICATIONS & ACCOLADES
National Geographic Certified
Credentialed through the National Geographic teaching program.
Mindful Schools K-5 Certified
Credentialed through the Mindful Schools teaching program.
Cognitive Coaching Certified
Winner of the 2017 Teacher of the Year Award that beat out Los Angeles and Pasadena district nominees.
Certified Clinical Practice Support & Supervision
Certified & cleared mentor for student teacher candidates through San Diego County Office of Education.
Vroman’s Teacher of the Year, 2017
Winner of the 2017 Teacher of the Year Award that beat out Los Angeles and Pasadena district nominees.
Google Educator Certified, Level 1
Google’s rigorous certification process and testing confirms proficiency in Google Educator software.