David Kim

California credentialed educator with experience teaching grades 3–6 in both the United States and South Korea. Committed to creating engaging, student-centered learning environments that support academic achievement, social-emotional growth, and lifelong learning. Expertise in standards-based instruction, differentiated learning, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS).

Skilled in using assessment data to identify learning gaps, provide targeted interventions, and support students in reaching grade-level standards.

Experience collaborating with grade-level teams, specialists, administrators, and families. Proficient in educational technology platforms and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) strategies. Strong background in cultural responsiveness and adapting instruction for diverse learners, including English language learners.

Multiple Subjects Teacher(Temporary Contract): Garden Grove Unified School District, Garden Grove, CA

August 2023 - May 2026

• Design and execute differentiated, standards-based lesson plans tailored to a diverse classroom to improve reading/math proficiency.

• Analyzed assessment data within the MTSS framework to deliver targeted Tier 2 interventions, closing learning gaps by 15%.

• Implement UDL principles by offering multiple methods of instruction, engagement, and assessment to improve accessibility for all learners.

• Utilized adaptive learning software (IXL) to deliver individualized math pathways, resulting in improved proficiency.

• Collaborated with grade-level teams, specialists, and families to drive academic and social-emotional growth

General Education Teacher(Temporary Contract) Centralia Elementary School District, Buena Park, CA

February 2023 - May 2023

• Facilitated collaborative learning experiences by integrating digital workspaces (Canva), enabling real-time peer-to-peer feedback, and boosting group project completion rates.

• Leveraged interactive EdTech platforms (Nearpod & Blooket) to gamify formative assessments, increasing daily student participation by 27%.

• Successfully applied proactive PBIS strategies to reduce disruptive behavior by 23%.

Substitute Teacher Westminster School District, Westminster, CA

January 2022 - June 2023

• Adapted quickly to diverse classroom settings while maintaining continuity of instruction and classroom expectations.

• Executed lesson plans across multiple grade levels and subject areas while supporting diverse student populations.

• Built positive relationships with students and staff while maintaining safe and orderly learning environments.

English Teacher Dasa Elementary School, Daegu, South Korea

February 2014 - March 2018

• Designed engaging lessons focused on speaking, listening, reading, and writing development for English language learners.

• Delivered a scaffolded English curriculum for 100+ grades 3-6 ELLs, accelerating oral proficiency and participation through culturally responsive storytelling.

• Used culturally responsive teaching practices to support varying language proficiency levels.

• Strengthened communication, adaptability, and cross-cultural collaboration skills in an international educational setting.

California Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential: EL Authorization - California State University of Long Beach

Bachelor's of Science in Kinesiology - California State University of Fullerton