Barker Barker
Secondary Mathematics And Physics Teacher
Middle River,MD
Summary
Dynamic Mathematics SPARC Lead Teacher with a proven track record at Baltimore County Public School System, skilled in curricula development and fostering student engagement. Leveraged data-driven strategies to enhance student performance, achieving significant improvements in problem-solving skills through innovative instructional design and collaborative learning environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
Mathematics SPARC Lead Teacher
Baltimore County Public School System
08.2009 - Current
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
- Facilitated peer-to-peer learning opportunities within the classroom environment increasing collaboration among students and deepening understanding of material.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Teach students to solve complex math problems and use graphing technologies to verify solutions and enhance understanding of solutions to the context of the scenario
Baltimore Talent Development High School
Baltimore City Public School
08.2007 - 06.2009
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Teach students how to use graphing technology to solve complex mathematics equations.
- Foster and promote students independent learning skills
Mathematics Teacher
Baltimore City Public School System
08.2002 - 06.2007
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Improved students'' problem-solving abilities by incorporating real-life applications into mathematical concepts.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through interactive and collaborative activities, contributing to improved student outcomes.
- Mentored students on individual basis to help develop math skills.
Education
Applied Physics
North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC05-2002
Skills
Curricula development
Safety awareness
Instructional design
Student engagement
Accomplishments
- Student Mentor - Volunteered as temporary student guidance counselor to help resolve student personal issues.
- Student Motivation - Developed materials for after-school book club to motivate student to read classic novels and increase literacy among middle school students.
- Data Organization - Organized scores of over 80 students into online database for parents' immediate access.
- Student Progress Conferences - Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development.
- Curriculum Development - Tailored educational curriculum to students with range of learning styles, disabilities, strengths and weaknesses. Developed innovative semester lesson plans and practical application exercises for classroom, reversing scores on Physical Science tests from 65% average to 87% average.
- Targeted Development - Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.
Certification
APC Mathematics and Physics
Timeline
Mathematics SPARC Lead Teacher
Baltimore County Public School System
08.2009 - Current
Baltimore Talent Development High School
Baltimore City Public School
08.2007 - 06.2009
Mathematics Teacher
Baltimore City Public School System
08.2002 - 06.2007
Applied Physics
North Carolina A&T State University