Brian Bigelow
Omaha,Texas
Summary
Patient Math Teacher with resourceful and engaging teaching style demonstrated over 8 years of academic experience. Caring and hardworking professional with exceptional work ethic and commitment to cultivating productive learning environments to drive student progress and comprehension. Innovative math understanding bringing 8 plus-year background instructing students. Expertise in classroom oversight, course planning and behavior management. Successful at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders and support specialists to meet individual student needs. Committed to encouraging higher-order thinking to increase student performance. Experienced Middle School Math Teacher successful at building positive teacher-parent relationships to support student success. Open and clear communicator and creative problem-solver. Highly qualified with over 8 plus years in classroom environments with state test scores above 90% every year.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
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Work History
8th Grade Math Teacher
Pewitt Consolidated Independent School District
08.2021 - Current
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, collaborating with colleagues across grade levels and subject areas.
- Participated in professional development workshops and conferences, continuously improving teaching techniques and staying current with best practices.
- Mentored new teachers within the department, sharing expertise and providing guidance to support their professional growth.
- Maintained a positive classroom environment by fostering mutual respect and open communication between students and teacher.
- Mentored students on individual basis to help develop math skills.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Attended teacher conferences and workshops to stay abreast of new developments in math education.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
8th Grade Math Teacher
Gilmer ISD
08.2016 - 08.2021
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, collaborating with colleagues across grade levels and subject areas.
- Increased student understanding by incorporating real-world examples in lessons.
- Participated in professional development workshops and conferences, continuously improving teaching techniques and staying current with best practices.
- Mentored new teachers within the department, sharing expertise and providing guidance to support their professional growth.
- Maintained a positive classroom environment by fostering mutual respect and open communication between students and teacher.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, enriching the overall educational experience for students.
- Mentored students on individual basis to help develop math skills.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Attended teacher conferences and workshops to stay abreast of new developments in math education.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
Education
Bachelor of Science - International Business
Strayer University
Washington, DCAssociate of Science - Psychology
Ashworth College
Norcross, GANo Degree - Law Enforcement
Federal Law Enforcement Training Center
Glynco, GANo Degree - Teaching Certification
ITeach Texas
Denton, TX02.2015
Skills
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Collaborative learning
- Teaching techniques
- Instructional Strategies
- Student Motivation
- Classroom Management
- Organizational ability
- Assigning and Grading Work
Accomplishments
Served and serving as both the team lead and the grade level lead. Served and serving as a member of several committees both school and district levels. Served and serving as a teacher mentor. Received teacher of the year 2022-23 year, Mix 93.1 and CTCU teacher of the week 2016, and UT Tyler "The List of East Texas Top New Teachers" 2018.
Certification
- Certified Teacher, Gen 4-8 - current
Work Availability
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Work-life balance401k matchPaid time off4-day work weekPaid sick leaveHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programsCareer advancementQuote
Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, others make it happen.
Michael Jordan
Timeline
8th Grade Math Teacher
Pewitt Consolidated Independent School District
08.2021 - Current
8th Grade Math Teacher
Gilmer ISD
08.2016 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - International Business
Strayer University
Associate of Science - Psychology
Ashworth College
No Degree - Law Enforcement
Federal Law Enforcement Training Center
No Degree - Teaching Certification
ITeach Texas
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