Dave Swebilius
New Smyrna Beach,FL
Summary
Energetic College and Career Advisor enthusiastic about helping students create a bright future based on personal strengths, academic ability and career goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
College and Career Advisor
Xceed Prep/DME Academy
08.2023 - Current
- Assist more than 125 students in exploring and selecting career paths.
- Develop career and education plans based on individual needs.
- Guide students through college application process through one on one and group meetings.
- Assist students with class selection to improve profile for competitive colleges and universities.
- Oversee Common App submissions, including personal essay construction, review, and editing.
- Assist with NCAA Eligibility Center registration.
- Assist with SAT and ACT registration.
- Provide information to families regarding financial aid and scholarship opportunities.
Science Teacher and Team Leader
Xceed Prep/DME Academy
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- As Team Leader, served as liaison between faculty and administration, engaged in informational meetings with prospective families, communicated school events to stakeholders, and served as head of school when needed.
- Served as science teacher for 9th – 12th grades, covering Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Environmental Science.
Science Teacher
Xceed Prep/DME Academy
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Served as science teacher for 5th – 12th grades, covering Life Science, Physical Science, Earth-Space Science, Biology, AP Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Environmental Science.
- Also served as high school history teacher from February – May 2022.
Online ESL Teacher
VIPKid
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Bolstered Chinese ESL learners' (ages 4-13) confidence in speaking English through one-on-one coaching sessions focused on pronunciation practice and conversational fluency.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Provided instruction using textbooks, worksheets, games and visuals to help improve reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.
- Assessed work of students to evaluate progress and identify areas for improvement.
- Assisted in reducing classroom disruptions and behavioral issues by implementing clear expectations, consequences, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Developed strong rapport with parents by maintaining open lines of communication regarding their child''s academic progress, challenges, and successes.
High School Social Science Teacher
Spruce Creek High School
08.2010 - 06.2017
- Served as Standard Level Biology teacher from 2014-present, Pre-IB biology teacher from 2012-present, AP Biology teacher from 2012-2014, Marine Science Honors and Anatomy and Physiology teacher from 2011-2012 and General Biology and Environmental science teacher from 2010-2011.
- Enhanced classroom environment for effective learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world applications of scientific concepts.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
Middle School Science Teacher
David Hinson Middle School
08.2007 - 06.2010
- Served as science teacher for 6th-8th grades, covering all areas of science including life science, physical science, and earth-space science.
- Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians to facilitate open communication, address concerns, and support student success.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
Education
Certificate - Education
Educator Prep Institute
Daytona Beach, FL05.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Radio-TV Journalism
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05.2007
Skills
- Verbal Communication
- Leadership
- One-on-one counseling
- Career mentoring
- Classroom Instruction
- Instructional Best Practices
- Retention Strategies
- Problem Solving
Accomplishments
- Awarded Teacher of the Month in 2007 and 2009.
- Awarded Teaching Technique of the Month in 2010 and 2011.
Certification
- Florida Professional Educator's Certificate, with coverage in Biology (6-12), General Science (5-9), English (6-12), and Social Sciences (6-12).
- Trained in Advanced Placement Biology and Advanced Placement Chemistry.
- Trained in International Baccalaureate Biology.
- TESOL Certified.
Timeline
College and Career Advisor
Xceed Prep/DME Academy
08.2023 - Current
Science Teacher and Team Leader
Xceed Prep/DME Academy
08.2022 - 06.2023
Science Teacher
Xceed Prep/DME Academy
08.2018 - 06.2021
Online ESL Teacher
VIPKid
06.2017 - 08.2018
High School Social Science Teacher
Spruce Creek High School
08.2010 - 06.2017
Middle School Science Teacher
David Hinson Middle School
08.2007 - 06.2010
Certificate - Education
Educator Prep Institute
Bachelor of Arts - Radio-TV Journalism
University of Central Florida
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