About Me
In my ten-year journey as an educator spanning public, private, and charter schools in Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and Orange County, I've learned the value of fostering critical thinking and building strong relationships with students. As I continue teaching, I'm committed to empowering students to think critically while forging meaningful connections with each one.
"He has an incredible ability to connect with his students and to make them feel comfortable in the classroom, which allows them to participate fully in the learning process. "- Rafael Santiago, Principal, Dale Junior High
"He does a great job of providing engaging lessons that are of interest to his students and he uses student questions and comments during the lessons to expand their understanding. "- Quoc Nguyen, Vice Principal, Dale Junior High
"His experience and credential in serving students with special needs has also made Mr. Tran an invaluable resource in delivering instruction in a co-taught environment. "- Robert Gaudette, History Department Chair and 5 C's Coach, Dale Junior High
"John’s instructional practices reflect current pedagogical research, he uses group collaboration, high level thinking and text analysis to ensure students have access to the curriculum. "- Lorena Moreno, Principal, Western High School
"He includes scaffolds in his lesson such as visuals, videos, and response frames to help students who may be struggling to connect the information to the content. His step by step approach and ability to chunk information helps those students who need the additional time to process. "- Celinna Pinelo, Principal, Hosler Middle School
"I am most impressed with Mr. Tran’s ability to make connections with his students and encourage them to perform, without hesitation, but with confidence. Mr. Tran fosters a positive classroom environment in which they still feel comfortable making mistakes and showing vulnerability. "- Jasmin Harris, Assistant Principal, Hosler Middle School
"John has an excellent rapport with people of all ages, especially students. His ability to connect with his students and his methods of teaching cooperative and inquiry based lessons, are both truly superior. "- Albert Beltran, Dean of Student Conduct and Culture, Rise Kohyang Middle School
"John is a highly effective educator who continues to amaze me with his efficiency... His ability to build relationships is a strength that can positively impact school culture"- Ruth Kim, Principal, Rise Kohyang Middle School
"John's skills in the classroom are supplemented by the relationships he built with students outside of the classroom. As the sole adviser, founder, and planner of all Builder's Club events, John went on more than twenty trips outside of the school to voluntarily facilitate community service with students and to impart within them a value of helping people in our local communities."- Eliza Kim, Head of Schools, Rise Kohyang Middle School
Work Experience
Social Science Teacher & Education Specialist
Designed and implemented curriculum structure aligned with California State Standards and Common Core Standards. Used Backwards planning to create Technology-embedded curriculum for Social Science Courses. Established a variety of teaching strategies that included inquiry-based and cooperative learning. Incorporated the usage of the 5 C's in curriculum. In charge of the Five Star Program, Founder And Advisor Builder's Club, Co-Creator/Co-Advisor of the Student Senate, and Civic Engagement Lead. Helped Dale Receive Civic Learning Award of Excellence in 2023. Focus Team Lead for Awards and Celebrations Team (23-24). Dale Website and Marquee Manager. In Charge of Lancer Time Lessons.
Special Education Teacher
Designed and implemented curriculum structure aligned with California State Standards and Common Core Standards. Used Backwards planning to create Technology-embedded curriculum for Special Day Class Math/Science for Students with Mild & Moderate Disabilities Established a variety of teaching strategies that included inquiry-based and cooperative learning.
Social Science Teacher
Taught World History, US History, Psychology, Euro, European History AP, and ELD to students 9th-12th grades in an internationally world-renown boarding school
World History Teacher
Designed and implemented curriculum structure aligned with California State Standards and Common Core Standards. Used Backwards planning to create Technology-embedded curriculum for Social Science and Technology Courses. Established a variety of teaching strategies that included inquiry-based and cooperative learning. Became the 7th grade grade level chair, Builder's Club Founder and Advisor, social media liaison, and student news director
US History Teacher
Designed and implemented curriculum structure aligned with Nevada State Standards and Common Core Standards. Established a variety of teaching strategies that included group work directed lessons, and numerous hands-on activities involving the implementation of Kagan strategies. Coached the Boys’ Soccer Season 2015.
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