Brenden Mead
Muncie,IN
Summary
Energetic and positive educator with skills are student engagement and positive relationship building skills practiced through student teaching at Delta High School, Substitute Teaching, and serving as a resident assistant at Ball State University. I practice differentiation skills, UDL lesson plan designing techniques, and safe laboratory experiment practices.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher
Delta High School
08.2024 - Current
- Worked with host teacher to learn about current standards and best practices for teaching chemistry.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by exemplifying strong classroom management skills such as: establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
Substitute Teacher
DelCom Schools, YTown Schools, and Shenandoah Scho
04.2024 - 12.2025
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Teacher's Assistant
Ball State University Chemistry Dept
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Supervised general chemistry laboratory students as they completed various labs throughout the semester ensuring proper lab techniques were maintained promoting safe and meaningful experiments
- Maintained positive relationships with students .
- Hosting optional lecture exam study sessions at the students requests.
Resident Assistant
Ball State Housing and Residence Life
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Attended, participated, and contributed to weekly staff meetings addressing resident needs.
- Served as an approachable resource for residents seeking advice or assistance with personal or academic issues.
- Responded to room transfers, incident reports, and maintenance requests.
- Managed front desk operations during assigned shifts, assisting visitors with inquiries while maintaining accurate records of residence hall activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Teaching Major in Chemistry
Ball State University
Muncie, IN12-2025
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Differentiated instruction
- Lesson planning
- Lab Supervising
Certification
- Secondary Education Certificate - Indiana Department of Education.
- First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Certification – American Red Cross.
Timeline
Student Teacher
Delta High School
08.2024 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Ball State University Chemistry Dept
08.2024 - 05.2025
Substitute Teacher
DelCom Schools, YTown Schools, and Shenandoah Scho
04.2024 - 12.2025
Resident Assistant
Ball State Housing and Residence Life
08.2023 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Teaching Major in Chemistry
Ball State University
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