Bruce C. Toney Jr
Ecorse
Summary
Innovative educator specializing in critical thinking and student engagement. Expertise in implementing best practices to support diverse learners and foster collaborative learning environments. Proven track record of enhancing student outcomes through tailored instructional strategies.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Summer School Instructor
Detroit Academy Of Arts & Sciences
Detroit
09.2023 - Current
- Integrates technology into lessons to enhance student understanding of subject matter.
- Mentors new instructors on effective teaching techniques and classroom strategies, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
- Demonstrates knowledge of current best practices in education techniques.
- Cultivates positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff to support a thriving educational community.
Instructor for Finacial Literacy
Community Education Detroit
Detroit
09.2023 - Current
- Documents learning achievements through reporting outcomes and program adjustments that enhanced student comprehension.
- Addresses challenges of working with diverse student populations to achieve high levels of student success.
- Engages in continuous learning on diversity, inclusion and racial equity to eliminate learning barriers.
- Keep up-to-date with advancements in subject area knowledge by attending conferences or workshops.
Substitute Teacher, K-12 Long Term
Edustaff
Ecorse
09.2023 - Current
- Engages students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.
- Moderates classroom discussions to foster critical thinking and student engagement.
- Integrates real-world examples to enhance relevance and engagement in learning.
- Assesses student understanding through informal and formal methods.
- Applies conflict resolution strategies to effectively address and resolve student disputes.
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Edustaff
River Rouge
10.2016 - 06.2024
- Designed lesson plans tailored to curriculum standards and diverse student needs, enhancing student engagement.
- Collaborated with regular teachers to ensure continuity of instruction.
- Partnered with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects and activities, fostering collaborative learning experiences.
- Employed various technologies including computers, projectors, and smart boards to improve lesson delivery.
- Ensured safe, orderly learning environment by consistently enforcing school rules and regulations, promoting student well-being.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ03-2027
Associate of Arts - Social Work
Wayne County Community College
Detroit, MI05-2011
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Classroom organization
- Student engagement
- Feedback delivery
- Behavior modeling
- Critical thinking
- Growth mindset
Timeline
Summer School Instructor
Detroit Academy Of Arts & Sciences
09.2023 - Current
Instructor for Finacial Literacy
Community Education Detroit
09.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12 Long Term
Edustaff
09.2023 - Current
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Edustaff
10.2016 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Phoenix
Associate of Arts - Social Work
Wayne County Community College