Sean Rafferty
25331 De Salle St
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Cell: (949) 874-3971
E-Mail: [email protected]
Education
2017 University of San Diego, CA
M.ED. in Curriculum & Instruction
2015 Arizona State University. Tempe, AZ
Bachelor of Science, Sociology
Deans Award: New American University Scholar
2011 San Juan Hills High School. San Juan Capistrano, CA
AP Scholar
Football, Lacrosse, Soccer
Accomplishments
Save Me a Spot in College - Top 10 Winner - National High School video production contest
Patriots Pen: An exceptional Spokesperson for patriotism - VFW Youth Essay Contest
Recognized as being among the top 10% of Uber Partners.
Experience
Full Time Student Teaching
January 2017 to Current
High Tech High Elementary School - San Diego, CA
Responsible for lesson planning and delivering instruction in all subject areas in a 3rd grade class
room. Continually challenging my students by providing them with a variety of learning experiences.
Integrating technology for lesson delivery, and modifying learning activities for students with
special needs. Developed a behavior management system tailored to the needs and interests of my
class. Developed a 4 week unit around opinion writing for third grade class of 19 students. Established
positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers, administrators, and staff.
Professional Wrestler/Independent Contractor
November 2012 to Current
Performed in live professional wrestling matches throughout United States
Entertained audiences in a unique way. Responsible for training new wrestling trainees for their first
4-5 weeks of instruction; often wrote lesson plans with daily and weekly goals to be sure they were on
track for when called up to main training. As a performer, learned how to work on the fly/how to im-
provise. Learned how to effectively deal with last minute changes and meet unrealistic deadlines.
Learned to thrive under pressure. Excellent team player and collaborator.
Part Time Student Teaching (Practicum)
July 2016 to December 2016
Otay Elementary School - Chula Vista, CA
Minimum of 20 hours per week in a 4th grade classroom. Responsible for lesson planning and
delivering instruction in math, science, language arts, physical education, and character
development. Taught general education students as well as individuals with learning challenges,
special needs, and English language learners within a mainstreamed, inclusive classroom.
Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators/
staff. Frequently requested by administration for substitute teaching positions.
Student Services Leader
February 2016 to July 2016
Fairmont Private Schools Historic Anaheim Campus - Anaheim, CA
Before school, lunch time and after school student supervision. Heavily involved in student
development and growth outside of the classroom. Solved conflicts with students and parents.
Substitute teaching when needed. Assist the school: working with excel spreadsheets, organizing
teacher boxes, working the library, etc.
Uber Partner/Independent Contractor
May 2015 to March 2016
Uber - Atlanta, GA (2015); Orange County (Dec 2015-March 2016)
Pick up, drive, and drop off customers in a safe and professional manner. Fast paced environment
with little to no time between customer requests.
Independent Contractor
July 2014 to August 2015
Lyft - Orange and San Diego Counties
Picked up, drove, and dropped off customers in a safe and professional manner. Fast paced
environment with little to no time between customer requests.
Crew
June 2010 to July 2012
McDonalds - Ladera Ranch, CA
Greeted customers, took orders, handled money, and assembled orders. Emphasis on cleanliness and
hygiene. Learned to work in a fast paced environment while providing excellent customer service.
