Joseph Cenizal

I would like to apply for a teaching position at St. Joseph Notre Dame. I hold a Master’s Degree in Education – Curriculum and Instruction and a Bachelor’s Degree in History and more than 25 years teaching experience. In addition, I possess an upbringing in the Catholic church and hold my faith dear to my heart.

I am a graduate of Salesian High School Class of 1984.

My education and teaching experience has provided me with necessary skills in pedagogy such as classroom management lesson planning and curriculum development, conflict management and creating new curriculum and practices. I am familiar with various modes of teaching to reach children of all learning styles. In addition, my high-energy and creative personality make me ideally suited to guide students. I possess the skills and personality to be an excellent Catholic School Teacher. I have been complimented by both college professors and teaching supervisors and colleagues on my natural rapport with students.

Lifelong learning is very important to me and I would like to collaborate with colleagues to make myself a better teacher and better person. Feedback from students and staff will be most welcome and sought after.

I know I can bring my energy, dedication and passion to the religious studies department at St. Joseph Notre Dame. I look forward to the opportunity to meet with you to demonstrate my enthusiasm for the position and to share with you my portfolio of accomplishments. Please contact me by telephone or email at a time that is most convenient for you to set up an interview. Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,

Joseph Cenizal

Joseph A. Cenizal

861 Coral Ridge Cir.

Rodeo, CA  94582

Phone: (510)283-3120   Email: chalkboy8@aol.com

Education

Master’s Degree, Education with a specialty in Curriculum and Instruction, Chapman University, 1993
Bachelor’s of Arts, History, University of California, Berkeley, 1989
2000 Walt Disney American Teacher of the Year Nominee, 2000
California Teacher Credential. 1995
Professional Experience

Driver’s Education Instructor 2002-Present

Treasure Island Job Corps Center, San Francisco, CA

Created entire Driver’s Education program working with DMV, Dept. of Labor, GSA, Government contractors and other stakeholders
Instruct At-Risk youth in safe driving skills and employability skills per  Dept.of Labor
Assist non native English speakers in attaining Driver’s Licenses and California ID cards
Prepare trainees to complete written test for California Learner’s Permit
Prepare trainees to complete behind the wheel road test
Maintain records, budgets, vehicle operation, safety and success data
Liason between California Dept. of Motor Vehicles and Job Corps, government contractors, Federal Fleet Management (GSA), etc.
Reading, Social Studies, Language Arts Instructor, Middle School 1999-2001

Mare Island Technology Academy Charter School, Vallejo, CA

Created new curriculum for a new charter school

Implemented new teaching materials into California Curriculum and hired new teachers
Part of team that created all new school, curriculum, procedures, etc. working with parents, schoolboard, students, staff and other stakeholders for success.
Instructed 6th and 7th graders in Reading, Social Studies, Language Arts and Social Studies
Evaluated potential team member as a part of a hiring team
Economics, History Instructor 1996-1998

Moreau Catholic High School, Hayward, CA

Instructed 11th and 12th graders in US History, Economics and Advanced Placement Economics