.

Sophia Popovich
Tustin, California slphoffman@gmail.com 9493782840 linkedin.com/in/slphoffman https://spopovichportfolio.weebly.com

SUMMARY
An experienced and credentialed educator with a proven track record in integrating educational technology and over 7 years of experience
teaching in diverse classroom settings. Passionate about forming authentic connections with students to support their academic and
socioemotional growth. Demonstrated skills in behavior management and experience documenting student progress and work files. A
cooperative faculty member who productively collaborates with all levels of school staff, as well as with the families of students.

EXPERIENCE
Elementary School Teacher
Savanna School District July 2021 - Present
• Implements a differentiated instruction approach that caters to the individual needs of each student and improves learning outcomes
• Integrates a multitude of educational technology resources into instruction and assessment
• Establishes a positive classroom culture that promotes collaboration and respect among students
• Monitors and reports student progress continuously through formative and summative assessments, providing feedback on areas of
improvement and forming plans of action

Social Emotional Learning Task Force

Savanna School District August 2022 - Present
• Works collaboratively with teachers, faculty, and administrators from throughout the school district to create, augment, implement, and
support SEL programs for students and staff at all school sites
• Provides bi-weekly professional development to school-site staff of 20+ educators and oversees classroom program implementation for 300+
students

CyberPatriot Team Coach and Professional Expert

Cypress College September 2022 - Present
• Coach the school site CyberPatriot Team, where students compete in the Superintendent Cup Competition
• Spear-headed the inaugural school-site team and program implementation in 2022
• Facilitation and guidance in rolling the program out district-wide at all elementary schools in 2023
• Train, mentor, and develop the future generation of high-quality cybersecurity professionals with knowledge of Information Technology and
Cybersecurity

School-Site Gifted and Talented (GATE) Teacher

Savanna School District August 2021 - May 2023
• Coordinated, planned, and taught the Gifted and Talented (GATE) program at my school site for students in grades 4-6
• Fully created STEAM-based curriculum materials, activities, and project-based learning units
• Students had the opportunity to engage with various educational technology platforms and tools, hands-on experiments, and problem-
solving scenarios

Substitute Teacher and Student Teacher

Capistrano Unified School District August 2020 - June 2021
• Successfully implemented technology-based teaching techniques, such as computer-facilitated instruction, online activities, and video
lessons
• Implemented effective classroom management strategies that maintained order and discipline in the classroom
• Utilized a variety of teaching techniques to engage students and promote active learning

Coach and Teacher

Cogito Debate Youth Speech And Debate April 2018 - August 2019
• Coached and taught students in speech and debate, helping them develop strong communication skills, engaging them in critical thinking,
encouraging them to consider different perspectives, and enabling students to confidently express themselves
• Facilitated and organized classes, seminars, and tournaments for a wide ability level and age range of students

EDUCATION
Master of Arts in Teaching - Elementary Education
Western Governors University • 2020

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies

.
.

Minor in Family and Human Development • Arizona State University • 2019 • 4.0

Associate of Science - Mathematics/Associates of Arts - Physical Sciences

Saddleback College • 2018
• Graduated magna cum laude

CERTIFICATIONS
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
California Commission on Teacher Credentialing • 2020

COURSEWORK
Teacher Induction Program
California State University, Fullerton • 4.0
• 2023-Present

Professional and Continuing Education – Teacher Education

California State University, Chico
• 11 Postbaccalaureate Units from 2021-2023

SKILLS
- Educational Technology
- Organization and Record Keeping
- Student Engagement
- Program Development
- Differentiated Learning Techniques - Advanced Computer and Technology Literacy
- Conflict Resolution - Knowledge of Child Development
- Classroom Management - Curriculum and Instructional Design
- Educational Leadership - Collaboration