Department Chair and Supervisory Roles
Burbank High School, Burbank, CA (2022-present)
Led a science department of 12 teachers, aligning departmental goals with school-wide instructional priorities
Facilitated department meetings and communicated initiatives, updates, and expectations.
Participated in hiring processes, including interviewing and selecting science teacher candidates.
Key role in developing the master schedule for science courses.
Oversaw instructional materials, including ordering, budgeting, and inventory management.
Served on the site Instructional Leadership Team to support school-wide decision-making.
Managed day-to-day departmental operations and problem-solving.
Facilitated department meetings and communicated initiatives, updates, and expectations.
Participated in hiring processes, including interviewing and selecting science teacher candidates.
Key role in developing the master schedule for science courses.
Oversaw instructional materials, including ordering, budgeting, and inventory management.
Served on the site Instructional Leadership Team to support school-wide decision-making.
Managed day-to-day departmental operations and problem-solving.
Palm Valley School, Rancho Mirage, CA (2018-2019)
Led a 4-member middle and high school science department in a K–12 setting
Ensured vertical and horizontal alignment of the science curriculum across grade levels
Aligned curriculum and instruction with NGSS standards
Managed science laboratory operations, including ordering, maintenance, and inventory of materials
Supported instructional coherence across courses from 6th grade through AP-level science
Ensured vertical and horizontal alignment of the science curriculum across grade levels
Aligned curriculum and instruction with NGSS standards
Managed science laboratory operations, including ordering, maintenance, and inventory of materials
Supported instructional coherence across courses from 6th grade through AP-level science
Korea International School, Seoul, South Korea (2016-2018)
Served as interim head of the high school science department, supporting instructional leadership and departmental coordination
Collaborated with faculty biweekly to maintain curriculum coherence and instructional consistency across science courses
Contributed to department operations and supported alignment of science instruction within a U.S.-based curriculum taught in English
Coordinated and communicated teacher recommendations for student placement in advanced classes
Collaborated with faculty biweekly to maintain curriculum coherence and instructional consistency across science courses
Contributed to department operations and supported alignment of science instruction within a U.S.-based curriculum taught in English
Coordinated and communicated teacher recommendations for student placement in advanced classes
Colegio Nueva Granada, Bogota, Colombia (2014-2016)
Contributed to the implementation of an integrated NGSS-aligned science curriculum across middle and high school
Supported cross-grade instructional coherence within a dual U.S. and Colombian diploma program
Served as 6th Grade Team Leader, coordinating instruction, communication, and student support across the grade-level team
Member of the School Accreditation Self-Assessment Committee, contributing to institutional evaluation and continuous improvement efforts
Robert Glenn High School, Kernersville, NC (2010-2012)
Served as Senior Class Advisor, coordinating senior activities and overseeing graduation events
Served as a teacher advisor to the student government body, ASB (Associated Student Body) .
Served as a teacher advisor to the student government body, ASB (Associated Student Body) .
Instructional and Student-Centered Roles
Burbank High School, Burbank, CA (2019-present)
Taught honors and regular courses of biology, chemistry, and physics to classes of 30–38 students in a comprehensive public high school setting
Designed and implemented rigorous, standards-aligned instruction to support diverse learners
Provided targeted support for English learners using SDAIE (Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English) strategies
Mentored new teachers and supported teacher candidates through a district partnership with Alliant University
Played a key role in the WASC accreditation process, contributing to schoolwide reflection and improvement efforts
Supervised and supported student-led Environmental Club and Social Justice Club
Designed and implemented rigorous, standards-aligned instruction to support diverse learners
Provided targeted support for English learners using SDAIE (Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English) strategies
Mentored new teachers and supported teacher candidates through a district partnership with Alliant University
Played a key role in the WASC accreditation process, contributing to schoolwide reflection and improvement efforts
Supervised and supported student-led Environmental Club and Social Justice Club
Palm Valley School, Rancho Mirage, CA (2018-2019)
Taught AP Biology, Biology, 8th-grade Physical Science, and 6th-grade Earth Science
Sponsored the school’s United Way student chapter, organizing service and fundraising initiatives
Coordinated and led fundraising activities and community engagement events
Hosted and supported events for prospective students and families
Implemented and supported student character education initiatives
Sponsored the school’s United Way student chapter, organizing service and fundraising initiatives
Coordinated and led fundraising activities and community engagement events
Hosted and supported events for prospective students and families
Implemented and supported student character education initiatives
Korea International School, Seoul, South Korea (2016-2018)
Taught Physics, Environmental Science, and Biology in a college-preparatory setting
Co-led the 9th-grade experiential education program, designing interdisciplinary, real-world learning experiences
Developed and implemented an inquiry-based, service-learning unit focused on beach microplastics sampling, promoting authentic scientific investigation and environmental stewardship.
Co-sponsored the Global Ambassadors Club, supporting student leadership and global citizenship initiatives.
Co-led the 9th-grade experiential education program, designing interdisciplinary, real-world learning experiences
Developed and implemented an inquiry-based, service-learning unit focused on beach microplastics sampling, promoting authentic scientific investigation and environmental stewardship.
Co-sponsored the Global Ambassadors Club, supporting student leadership and global citizenship initiatives.
Colegio Nueva Granada, Bogota, Colombia (2012-2016)
Taught chemistry, physics, 6th grade earth science, 7th grade life science, and 8th grade physical science.
Mentored students through the FCD (Freedom from Chemical Dependency) program, supporting student wellness and decision-making.
Served as Assistant Track and Field Coach, contributing to student development beyond the classroom
Secured a $20,000 Technology Integration Program (TIP) grant to fund laptops and iPads for high school science laboratories, expanding access to technology-enhanced learning
Mentored students through the FCD (Freedom from Chemical Dependency) program, supporting student wellness and decision-making.
Served as Assistant Track and Field Coach, contributing to student development beyond the classroom
Secured a $20,000 Technology Integration Program (TIP) grant to fund laptops and iPads for high school science laboratories, expanding access to technology-enhanced learning
Robert Glenn High School, Kernersville, NC (2007-2012)
Taught Biology and Environmental Science in a public high school setting
Designed and delivered standards-aligned instruction for diverse learners
Implemented SDAIE (Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English) strategies to support English language learners
Co-taught science classes in an inclusion model, collaborating with a special education teacher to support student access and achievement
Designed and delivered standards-aligned instruction for diverse learners
Implemented SDAIE (Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English) strategies to support English language learners
Co-taught science classes in an inclusion model, collaborating with a special education teacher to support student access and achievement
Skyline Elementary School, Solana Beach, CA (2005-2007)
Taught three 90 minute laboratories a day for 1st - 6th grades.
Oversaw the school’s science fair, and community garden maintenance.
Wrote grants for projects, ordered supplies, and assisted homeroom teachers.
Oversaw the school’s science fair, and community garden maintenance.
Wrote grants for projects, ordered supplies, and assisted homeroom teachers.
Biotechnology Research Roles
Laboratory Manager at NexBio, Inc. (now Ansun Biopharma), San Diego, CA (2004-2005)
Managed laboratory and office for start-up company including a BSL-2 Lab.
Performed independent research on blocking influenza virus receptors on human lung tissue.
Provided targeted support for English learners using SDAIE (Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English) strategies
Mentored new teachers and supported teacher candidates through a district partnership with Alliant University
Played a key role in the WASC accreditation process, contributing to schoolwide reflection and improvement efforts
Supervised and supported student-led Environmental Club and Social Justice Club
Performed independent research on blocking influenza virus receptors on human lung tissue.
Provided targeted support for English learners using SDAIE (Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English) strategies
Mentored new teachers and supported teacher candidates through a district partnership with Alliant University
Played a key role in the WASC accreditation process, contributing to schoolwide reflection and improvement efforts
Supervised and supported student-led Environmental Club and Social Justice Club
Research Associate at Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ (2002-2004)
Researcher and laboratory coordinator for the chemistry department.
Facilitated undergraduate, graduate, and post-doctoral research in bacterial photosynthetic systems.
Facilitated undergraduate, graduate, and post-doctoral research in bacterial photosynthetic systems.
Laboratory Manager at LifeFlo Health Care, Phoenix, AZ (2001-2002)
Oversaw the saliva testing using ELISA bioassays for clients on hormonal supplements.
Implemented QA, QC, and SOP protocols to obtain CLIA certification for the ELISA laboratory.
Implemented QA, QC, and SOP protocols to obtain CLIA certification for the ELISA laboratory.