Brett Gibson
Clovis,CA
Summary
Professional educator skilled in creating dynamic, inclusive classroom experiences that drive student success. Adept at implementing diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs. Focused on ensuring students have a comprehensive understanding of the material. Known for a collaborative approach and adaptability in ever-evolving educational settings. Committed to using critical thinking and tailored instruction to meet the diverse student needs of a large urban school.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Science Teacher
Buffalo Public Schools
11.2021 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse biology topics and student levels, fostering deeper understanding.
- Facilitated hands-on laboratory experiments to enhance student understanding of biological concepts.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs in the classroom.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that integrated biology with other subjects, enhancing student engagement and learning.
- Encouraged critical thinking among students by prompting discussions through targeted questions about biological concepts during lessons.
- Instructed students on laboratory safety procedures when conducting experiments.
- Conducted after and before-school tutoring sessions to support struggling students.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress and classroom activities.
- Attended parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress with families.
- Helped organize extracurricular activities such as science fairs, clubs, and competitions.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that aligned with state standards in biology.
Assistant Branch Manager
Educational Employees Credit Union
09.2013 - 06.2021
- Led and directed staff to ensure efficient branch operations.
- Facilitated staff training and development programs to improve service delivery.
- Oversaw cash handling processes to maintain security and accuracy.
- Managed daily cash flow within the branch.
- Addressed member inquiries and resolved issues promptly and professionally to maintain strong customer relationships.
- Monitored daily operations and supported Branch Manager in necessary duties.
- Supervised branch team, providing management with performance assessment suggestions.
- Ensured compliance with internal policies as well as external regulations.
- Lead branch operation in absence of branch manager.
- Conducted performance reviews, monitored employee goals, and provided feedback as well as coaching when necessary.
- Identified and implemented solutions for improvement in branch processes.
- Prepared and maintained monthly reports on branch activity metrics such as number of accounts opened, loans funded, and money saved.
Education
Master of Arts - Science Education
University At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY07-2022
Bachelor's Degree - Biological Sciences
Arizona State University
Phoenix, AZ07-2020
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Faculty collaboration and support
- Inquiry-based learning
- Technology integration
- Enforcing rules and expectations
- Multi-cultural awareness
- Student records management
- Group and individual instruction
- Lab management
- Lesson plan development
- Specimen handling
- Laboratory skills
- STEM Project-based learning (PBL)
- Differentiated science instruction
Timeline
Science Teacher
Buffalo Public Schools
11.2021 - Current
Assistant Branch Manager
Educational Employees Credit Union
09.2013 - 06.2021
Master of Arts - Science Education
University At Buffalo
Bachelor's Degree - Biological Sciences
Arizona State University