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
Daytona Beach
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
Daytona Beach
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
Daytona Beach
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
Remote
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
Port Orange
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
Daytona Beach
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