Paul Quezon

Details

Skills

Skills
- Differentiated instruction for mixed-ability learners
- Reading interventions and literacy development
- Classroom management rooted in respect and responsibility
- Arts integration (drawing, music, storytelling)
- Event hosting and program facilitation

Leadership and Coaching
- Chess Coordinator –5st Grade to 6th Grade (School, Division and Regional winner)
- Reading Hub Facilitator – Provided one-on-one support and peer tutoring
- School Events Organizer and Host – Emceed cultural and academic programs
- Visual Arts Coach – Trained student-artists for poster-making, cartooning contests and painting
- Christian Life Program Speaker – Led spiritual formation talks for families and adults

About

PAUL M. QUEZON
Guintolan Elementary School, Philippines
24.paulquezon@gmail.com I +63 9495711028
Professional Summary
I am compassionate elementary teacher with 22 years of experience in empowering and nurturing young minds in the Philippines. I am building a strong relationship with my students, parents, colleagues and even my constituents and for making learning meaningful through creative integration of reading, art, and I promote inclusive education by incorporating values of local and indigenous community. I believe that every child has the potential to succeed when given the right guidance and support and now I’m ready to bring my experience and dedication to learners in the United States.
I believe that every child has so much potential to succeed when given right opportunity to grow, right guidance, support and most of all love. With passion for teaching and a heart for service, I am ready to bring my experience and dedication to students in the United States.
Education
Master of Arts in Education
Major in Educational Management 2013 – 2015
Southern Mindanao Colleges Zamboanga Del Sur, Philippines
Academic MA: 30 units
Bachelor of Elementary Education
Major in English 1997- 2002


Teaching Experience
1st Grade, 5th Grade and 6th Grade Teacher (English, Science, GMRC, MAPEH, and Math)
Guintolan Elementary School – Zamboanga Sibugay, Philippines
2003 – Present
- Taught multi-subject curriculum to diverse learners, integrating values formation, critical thinking, and real-world application.
- Designed engaging reading and writing lessons, and served as a reading coach recognized as one of the school’s “Reading Doctors.”
- Championed creativity in the classroom through cartooning, and mural painting.
- Coached school teams in chess women division, earning wins at district, division and regional levels.
- Organized and emceed school events including UN celebrations and academic recognition days.



Certifications
- Licensed Professional Teacher – Philippines
- Currently preparing for U.S. credentialing requirements (TOEFL, PRAXIS if needed)
Skills
- Differentiated instruction for mixed-ability learners
- Reading interventions and literacy development
- Classroom management rooted in respect and responsibility
- Arts integration (drawing, music, storytelling)
- Event hosting and program facilitation

Leadership and Coaching
- Chess Coordinator –5st Grade to 6th Grade (School, Division and Regional winner)
- Reading Hub Facilitator – Provided one-on-one support and peer tutoring
- School Events Organizer and Host – Emceed cultural and academic programs
- Visual Arts Coach – Trained student-artists for poster-making, cartooning contests and painting
- Christian Life Program Speaker – Led spiritual formation talks for families and adults
Professional Development
- Fundamentals of Coaching (Chess and Arts)
- DepEd Training on ICT Integration in Elementary Classrooms
- Values Education and Character Formation Workshops
Awards and Recognition
- Regional Winner – Cartooning (High School)
- Outstanding Reading Coordinator – District Level
- School-based “Teacher with a Heart” Recognition, 2023
References
Available upon request