Cristina da Silva is a science teaching professional seeking new employment opportunities utilizing her skills developed as a classroom teacher. She has a Bachelor's degree in Biology from UCSD and teaching credentials from Cal State East Bay. Her experience includes teaching biology, physical science, and sheltered courses at several schools in the Bay Area. She has received awards for significantly increasing science test scores at disadvantaged schools.

1. Cristina da Silva
stinakat@gmail.com
(510) 734-5614
Objective
Science teaching professional with a wealth of experience working with students from a variety of
economic backgrounds and academic abilities. Looking for other employment opportunities using the skill
set developed as a classroom teacher. Talent in developing unique, culturally relevant curriculum
differentiated to encompass the needs of GATE students, ELLs, students with IEPs, and 504 plans.
Collaborator on cross-curricular projects, NGSS (Common Core) planning, development, and
common assessments. Additionally, worked as a lead teacher and administrator.
Awards & Certifications
• Significant Increase in STAR Test Scores - Nueva Vista / Summit Continuation High School (2013)
• High STAR Test Scores - Manzanita Middle School (2010)
• Clear California Single Subject Credential – Science (Biology)
Achievements
• Significantly Increased Science STAR / AP test scores in Disadvantaged Communities
• 81% @ proficient & above (52% advanced). School Avg.: ~40% - Manzanita Middle School (2010)
• 58% @ proficient and above (previously ~18%) - Helms Middle School (2011)
• 40% @ proficient and above (previously ~0%) - Nueva Vista / Summit Continuation High School (2013)
• 38% & 43% pass rate (previously ~25%) - AP Biology Exam Scores - Mt. Diablo High School (2015 / 2016)
• Elected teacher representative for district board charter renewal presentation
Experience
Mt. Diablo High School, Concord, CA 2013 - 2016
• Freshmen Biology I / Sheltered Biology / AP Biology Teacher
• Teaching Mentor - St. Mary’s College Credential Program
Nueva Vista/Summit Necessary Small High School, Concord, CA 2012 - 2013
• Multi-Grade Level Biology I / Physical Science I Teacher
Berkeley High School, Berkeley, CA 2011 - 2012
• Multi-Grade Level Physical Science I Teacher
Helms Middle School, San Pablo, CA 2010 - 2011
• 8th Grade Physical Science Teacher
Manzanita Middle School, Richmond, CA 2005 - 2010
• 7th Grade Life Science Teacher / 8th Grade Physical Science Teacher
• Lead Teacher/ Administrator

2. Areas of Expertise
• ELD Methodologies (SDAIE / Constructing
Meaning strategies)
• Speak Spanish and Portuguese
• Advisory Teacher and Mentor
• Teacher Trainer / Mentor
• Staff Training
• Extra Curricular Coordinator and Fundraiser
• Grant Writer
• Administrative Coordinator (STAR /
CELDT / SST / Care Team)
• Revised protocols for charter school renewal
and WASC accreditation
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google
Classroom / Drive, Dropbox, and online
learning tools
• Music and Adventure Academy Teacher
Education
• University of California - San Diego (UCSD) - Bachelor of Science - Biology
• Cal State East Bay - Preliminary Teaching Credential - Single Subject - Biology
• BTSA Mentoring Program - Clear Teaching Credential - Single Subject - Biology