Chesney Faulwell

Tustin, CA 
(714) 600 - 9396
chesneyfaulwell@gmail.com

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Personal Statement

Enthusiastic and caring educator passionate about helping all students grow as learners. Creating engaging, hands-on, and meaningful lessons that connect learning to students' everyday lives. I look forward to having my own classroom as a full-time teacher where I can foster a positive and welcoming classroom community where students are encouraged to try their best, take risks, and love learning.

Education

National University, 2025
San Diego, CA
M.A. of Education – Inspired Teaching Practices

California State University, 2021
Fullerton, CA
B.S. – Child and Adolescent Development

Teaching Experience

Tustin Unified School District,
Tustin, CA – Substitute Teacher

SEPTEMBER 2025 – PRESENT

  • Fulfilled long term sub contracts, supporting teachers with lesson plans, behavior management, and parent communication.

  • Implemented new technology and modern resources that both excited students about their daily learning and provided unique classroom management techniques. 

  • Quickly adapted to new school environments, classroom procedures and diverse student needs on short notice.

  • Maintained a structured, disciplined, and safe learning environment for each assignment.

Hicks Canyon Elementary School,
Tustin, CA – Student Teacher

JANUARY – MAY 2025

  • Designed and taught standards-based lessons in Kindergarten, integrating California Common Core Standards and ELD supports.

  • Used formative and summative assessments to monitor
    student learning and adjust instruction accordingly.

  • Differentiated instruction using manipulatives, technology tools, cooperative learning, and scaffolding to meet the needs of diverse learners.

  • Attended IEP meetings and assisted in setting goals for students.

Skills

  • Universal Design for Learning 

  • English Language Development strategies 

  • Differentiating instruction to meet the needs of all students, including multilingual learners and students with disabilities 

  • Effective classroom management strategies 

Certifications

  • Adult, Child and Baby First Aid/CPR/AED

  • 30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit

  • Multiple Subject Teaching Credential